Company Description
We have an exciting position for a
Mine Care Analyst to transform complex data sets into intuitive and actionable insights by creating interactive and informative dashboards applied across Kumba Iron Ore mining operations.
Be part of the team.
The team that makes it happen.
Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.
Kumba Iron Ore
We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.
Job Description
As
Mine Care Analyst you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Safety and Health
- Consistently apply Safety and Health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for the safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
- Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.
- Performance Delivery
- Collaborate closely with mining operations, equipment maintenance and condition monitoring teams to understand data requirements and objectives related to mining operations, including sensors on equipment, maintenance records, production reports, and more.
- Collect, clean, and pre-process large volumes of data from various sources to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Conduct a thorough analysis of operational data to identify performance trends, operational efficiencies, and opportunities for optimisation.
- Design and create interactive dashboards tailored to mining professionals, enabling them to monitor real-time equipment health, performance, and maintenance needs.
- Utilize data visualisation tools (Power BI) to develop visually compelling and user-friendly dashboards (incorporating human factors engineering) that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
- Implement advanced analytics techniques to forecast equipment maintenance needs and recommend preventive measures to mitigate downtime.
- Collaborate with data engineers and IT teams to ensure seamless data integration, data quality, and data governance for asset-related datasets.
- Incorporate drill-down features, filters, and other interactive components within dashboards to allow users to explore equipment performance metrics and historical trends.
- Perform rigorous testing of dashboards to validate accuracy, responsiveness, and functionality; iterate based on user feedback and operational requirements.
- Stay abreast of mining industry best practices and emerging trends in equipment analytics to improve the quality and relevance of dashboards continuously.
- Provide training sessions and technical support to operations and maintenance teams to facilitate the effective use of the dashboards that have been developed.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and data-driven decision-making across mining operations.
This role is in the Engineering & Maintenance HME/Plant (ENG) at a Band 7 level reporting to the Condition Monitoring Coordinator Online Tech.
Qualifications
- Grade 12/ N3 Technical
- Higher National Vocational qualifications (Certificate) in an Engineering field on NQF5
- N6 National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field (Preferred)
- Certifications in condition monitoring, reliability engineering, or predictive maintenance (e.g. Vibration Analysis, Thermography) (Preferred)
- SA Driver’s License Code B
Experience
- Demonstrated experience in remote health monitoring systems, condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, or reliability engineering, coupled with 3-5 years of relevant experience in data analysis and dashboard development, preferably in mining operations.
- Knowledgeable in data visualisation tools such as Power BI, possessing a strong understanding of how to derive actionable insights from complex operational data.
- Familiarity with mining equipment and maintenance practices is highly advantageous.
- Solid understanding of data preprocessing, cleaning, and transformation techniques.
Additional Information
What we offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.
Who we are?
Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.
As a responsible miner – of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.
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 this process.
