SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
A leading mining and resource group is seeking a Winder Engineer to ensure the safety, compliance, and peak performance of shaft winder systems. This pivotal role combines technical expertise, leadership, and project management to optimize critical infrastructure and lead a team of winder specialists.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
- BSc/BTech in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
- OR S/N6 Diploma + P1 & P2
Experience:
- 10+ years in winder systems (mechanical/electrical/hydraulic)
- 3+ years in a leadership role (supervising teams or projects)
- OEM collaboration and capital project management (preferred)
Technical Skills:
- Mastery of winders, headgears, ropes, and HV/LV systems
- Proficiency in PLCs, VSDs (analogue/digital), and SAP
- Strong grasp of Mine Health & Safety Act and technical audits
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership for winder operations and troubleshooting
- Lead commissioning, repairs, and upgrades of shaft winder systems
- Define winder specifications with OEMs and ensure compliance
- Manage capital/renewals projects and budget oversight
- Conduct safety audits, revise Codes of Practice (CoPs), and mitigate risks
- Oversee the UTS Winder Department, including after-hours support
