Standards Officer

An exciting opportunity exists with our global mining client for an experienced Standards Officer based in Limpopo. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing rotables, repair process and item standards / coding on day-to-day activities and equipment.Minimum Requirements:Grade 12Trade Test Certificate or Equivalent experience3 -5 years’ experience in quality control in a mining environment3 - 5 years supervisory experience in a mining (Engineering) environmentKey Performance Areas:Safety, Health and Environment:Compliance and application of Sect 22 and 23 of the Mine Health and Safety ActOperations and Technical Input:Reporting, Monitoring & Evaluation, Audit: Ensure that the operation's Repairs Registers and reporting is aligned with standards and guidelines.Responsible for technical evaluations on suppliers and products to be delivered as and when required.Monitor the repairs process and ensure adherence to the repairs procedure.Ensure that the repairs are done as per OEM standardsMonitor and investigate warranty claims within the repairs process and new goods delivered..Responsible for the optimized utilization of material codes by minimizing free text expenditure.Identify free text items for codification.Continuously identify alternative or generic parts to improve on the working performance and cost saving initiatives according to standardization and product testing procedures.Identify and improve the utilization of common spares between equipment.Manage the movement and placing of rotable materials in a safe and controlled manner.Manage the utilization of materials handling equipment.Manage reclaiming of usable items and arranges for rotable stock keepingMust be willing to keep the rotable yard clean and organizedA strong ability to observe and enforce all safety and environmental precautions for protection against accidents with emphasis on the assessment and abatement of hazardous materialsCommunication:Direct communication with MO's and F/man Engineers on items for rotable repairsEngagement & Communication: Establish and maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication system with the Supply Chain function, the operation and other business unitsCost Control:Perform repair operations with due care, making best efforts to minimize costsDay to day cost managementReporting & Compliance:Complete, maintain and control compliance documentation for rotable repairsHuman Capital:Seek own development and learning opportunitiesPreference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding the mine. Applications are only open to South African Citizens and Permanent RSA Residents.Should you not hear from the us within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful.