At a Glance
- Tasks: Embed maintainability and operability principles in the design and construction of a world-class mine.
- Company: Join a leading mining company focused on safety and reliability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a chance to work in a unique environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and work in a dynamic team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on mining operations while ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Qualifications: Experience in engineering, maintenance strategies, and a passion for continuous improvement.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
To embed maintainability, operability, and reliability principles into the design, construction, and commissioning of the Woodsmith underground polyhalite mine (including shafts, 37km Mineral Transport System, processing facilities, and surface operations) so that the asset achieves world‑class safety, reliability, and whole‑life cost performance from day one.
- Key Tasks
- Participate in design, HAZOP, constructability, operability, and maintainability (COM) reviews, providing practical input on equipment access, lifting points, isolation, modularisation, standardisation, and ergonomics.
- Develop and influence maintenance philosophies, strategies, spares holding, tooling, and CMMS setups tailored to deep underground mining operations.
- Support or lead RAMS analyses, failure mode reviews, and design optimisation to improve MTBF, reduce MTTR, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness.
- Contribute to Operational Readiness by embedding maintainability requirements into procurement, installation, commissioning, procedures, and training materials.
- Advise on equipment standardisation, vendor selection, condition monitoring technologies, and whole‑life cost evaluations.
- Identify maintainability and operability risks, support mitigation plans, and drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis during early operations.
- Mentor junior engineers and maintenance teams, acting as the bridge between trade-level realities and multi‑disciplinary project teams.
- Ensure full compliance with UK mining regulations (Mines Regulations 2014), Anglo American standards, and environmental requirements in the North York Moors National Park.
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Brink's is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, empowering employees to drive global commercial strategies in the ATM lifecycle solutions sector. With a strong focus on professional development and growth opportunities, employees are encouraged to expand their skills while contributing to sustainable growth and operational excellence. Located in a dynamic environment, Brink's offers unique advantages such as a diverse team and the chance to build long-term partnerships with global customers, making it a rewarding place to advance your career.
