Appointed Mechanical Engineer – Woodsmith

Anglo American is a leading global mining company, and our products are the essential ingredients in almost every aspect of modern life. Our portfolio of world-class competitive mining operations and undeveloped resources provides the metals and minerals that enable a cleaner, greener, more sustainable world and that meet the fast-growing consumer-driven demands of the world’s developed and maturing economies. We are constructing a state-of-the-art underground mine to enable the extraction of Polyhalite – a unique multi-nutrient fertiliser – along with the necessary infrastructure both above and below ground that will be required for transport, processing, and distribution.

Appointed in accordance with the mines Regulations 2014, Regulation 10 (1)(a) Management structure, the Mechanical Engineer is responsible for ensuring high standards of engineering design, installation, and maintenance by undertaking over inspections of all surface and underground mechanical installations. Ensuring that all mechanical engineering specifications are updated as necessary and in accordance with all current legislation and company policies and procedures.

Your duties will include:

• Lead the Mechanical engineering input, design and execution at all stages of the project including construction, tunnelling and shaft sinking, supporting ongoing design through to full mine operation.
• Advise the Mine Manager regarding the safety of mechanical designs and installation of all plant and equipment by actively taking part in reviews of design criteria and functional specification in respect of safety critical mechanical systems.
• Develop and communicate the mechanical standards and associated operational policies for constructing and operating the mine and appoint such suitably qualified and competent persons at Woodsmith, to ensure mechanical standards are maintained.
• Work with the training department to ensure that any training linked to regulatory Health and Safety compliance in respect of mechanical safety is conducted at the earliest opportunity.
• Have agreed specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and timebound KPIs with regular appraisals with their respective line manager.
• Immediately rectify or stop any operation or work that in their opinion needs to be rectified or stopped on grounds of safety.
• Ensure that mechanical competent supervision is present during shaft sinking and site activities on a 24/7 basis ensuring statutory compliance across the whole site on their shift.
• Carry out and record statutory inspections, testing and maintenance in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all dangerous occurrences involving mechanical equipment systems and installations across the project are investigated.
• Understand and implement the Company’s safety policy, standards, and systems.
• Conduct health and safety inspections, and record and follow up any actions that are identified.
• Ensure accident and near-miss reporting procedures are understood and complied with, and assist with accident investigations as required.
• Schedule and conduct routine site safety tours, including those which include members of the safety team and contractor personnel.
• Actively contribute to site safety review meetings.

Qualifications:

• Significant and proven experience in engineering, and/or shaft sinking operations.
• Appropriate academic qualifications as updated from time to time in the Anglo American minimum qualifications document.
• Have undergone or be prepared to undergo recognised supervisory or management training in accordance with the National Occupational Standards relating to your role.

Technical Knowledge & Skills:

• You will have a working understanding of the 2014 Mining Regulations and how they impact your role.
• You know how to engage with supervisors and workers to create alignment rather than conflict.
• You know that Anglo American can only succeed if our contractors are successful, and you know how to build trust.
• You understand the possible approaches to managing conflict.
• You understand problem solving and decision-making techniques.
• You are able to conduct statutory inspections and identify hazards and are able to record the results in a clear and structured manner.
• You are able to solve problems in your daily work.
• You are able to develop effective working relationships with construction teams and contractors.
• You can communicate effectively, listen actively and provide constructive feedback.
• You have the ability to organise and prioritise effectively.
• You are able to influence people to keep themselves and those around them safe.
• You will demonstrate a logical, systematic approach to your work, show initiative, demonstrate resilience and accept accountability.
• You are positive and adaptable, responding proactively to feedback and need for change and open to new ways of working.
• You behave in a positive way that is fair, consistent and impartial.
• You will exhibit high standards of ethical behaviour and model the Anglo American values.
• You are an integral part of a ‘one team’ approach across the site and the project.

Who we are: We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.

How we are committed to your safety: Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity: Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply: To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of the process.