Engineering Training Officer - Venetia Diamond Mine - Musina, Limpopo
(2022-03)
- Contributed positively to the planning of learner artisan intakes for a period of 5 years from 2022 to date with intakes taking place each year.
- Successfully ensured learners registered on Artisan Development Learnership are monitored during times at the External Training Provider during off-the-job training / Knowledge Modules (KMs)
- Successfully ensured Artisan Development learners are placed in various sections of the mine for on-the-job-training / Workplace Modules (WMs) with logbook completion monitored, evaluated and recorded accordingly.
- Ensured learners placed on-the-job for purposes of workplace modules are visited and provided with the necessary learner support as required by the QCTO.
- Contributed to the design, development and review of job specific learning materials for the engineering department of Venetia Diamond Mine Skills Development Centre with a focus on standard procedure training inclusive of content adapted from OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and where possible borrowing content from national Unit Standards and modules as per SETA and QCTO content.
- Successfully Conducted Quality Assurance of Learner PoEs through an indirect moderation
- Successfully and continuously facilitate training for various on-mine engineering courses, i.e. hot work permits, DITLms including DMPR Section 54 instructions related training
- Conducted out-comes-based assessment for all competency based related training and moderate POE's.
- Mentor learners and provide support and guidance where needed.
- Successfully and continuously provided on-the-job training for learners to ensure application of learned skills.
- Prepares and conducts panel interviews in preparation for trade testing for learners in last phase
- Actively pursue the exchange and protection of training information and data to ensure effective data and information system according to Legislative and Organizational requirements.
- Compile and submit reports as required.
- Update time and attendance for learners in own discipline.
- Executed training according to COP'S policies, procedures and group technical standards.
- Training materials alignment to QCTO Curriculum and requirements.
- Deliver on the day-to-day Engineering Training functions and maintain a high and professional training standard.
- Regular inspections to ensure quality training and assisting with audits.
- Ensure regulatory compliance to skills development and employee training as per the MHSA Chapter 2 Section 10 and other relevant section of the Act including the Skills Development Act 97 of 1998 as amended.
- Conduct first-line maintenance on training simulators.
Process and Instrumentation Mechanician - Venetia Diamond Mine - Musina, Limpopo
(2018-08 - 2022-02)
- Contributed positively to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, health, safety, environmental, and security policies and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion
- Successfully planned for all activities in accordance with schedules and allocated resources accordingly as required
- Ensured that critical spares, tools and equipment are available as required
- Supervised and implemented on-the-job coaching of Artisan Development Learners in Learnerships and ensuring sign-off of logbooks supporting that with relevant supporting records.
- Critically analysed the performance of equipment and maintenance in area of responsibility
- Ensured calibration and configuration of equipment is carried out according to work specifications
- Ensured electrical reticulation maintenance is in accordance to set standards
- Successfully perform fault finding and diagnose problems and malfunctions
- Successfully maintained effective communication with Line Supervision and Management as well as other relevant stakeholders
- Proactively assessed underground flow to ensure that production disruptions are minimized and implement appropriate corrective action in the event of underground flow disruptions/breakdowns
- Proactively exercised sound expert judgment with regards to repair versus replacement versus upgrade of components
- Ensured maintenance checklists, inspections and associated logbooks are up to date and accurate
- Successfully conducted efficient housekeeping of equipment and work area in accordance with departmental requirements
- Ensured reporting and recording of relevant operational data as required by department procedures to compile reports
- Successfully performed all activities according to instructions, procedures production needs
- Proactively participated in cost saving initiatives and adhere to financial procedures
- Proactively participated in risk-identification and management activities
- Proactively participated in accident and incident investigations
- Ensured proper and adequate on-the-job training and coaching is provided to subordinates.
Learner Artisan: Instrumentation Mechanician - Venetia Diamond Mine - Musina, Limpopo
(2015-12 - 2018-08)
Learning towards an Engineering Trade in Instrumentation Mechanician under Section 13 of the Manpower Training Act administered in accordance with the prescripts of the Skills Development Act 97 of 1998 with the Learnership Agreement registered through the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA).
Process and Instrumentation Mechanician Operative (Artisan Assistant) - Venetia Diamond Mine - Musina, Limpopo
(2009-10 - 2015-12)
- Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation and health, safety, environmental and security policies and procedures.
- Assist Artisan and other operatives in carrying out major engineering tasks.
- Report defects and communicate problems to the Foreman and / or Artisan.
- Apply recognized work and safety standards and ensure that tasks are completed to required quality standards.
- Conduct efficient housekeeping of engineering workshops in accordance with departmental requirements.
- Perform all activities according to instructions, procedures and mining needs.
- Participate in cost saving initiatives and adhere to financial procedures
Plant Monitor - Venetia Diamond Mine - Musina, Limpopo
(2007-10 - 2009-09)
- Contributed to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation and health, safety, environmental and security policies and procedures.
- Assisted the Artisan and other operatives (Artisan Assistant) in carrying out major engineering tasks.
- Reported defects and communicated problems to the Foreman and / or Artisan.
- Applied recognized work and safety standards and ensure that tasks are completed to required quality standards.
- Conducted efficient housekeeping of engineering workshops in accordance with departmental requirements.
- Performed all activities according to instructions, procedures and mining needs.
- Participated in cost saving initiatives and adhere to financial procedures
