Electrical Engineer (12 Month Contract)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng / BSc) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8 years’ electrical engineering experience within the mining industry (surface and/or underground experience advantageous).
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems used in mining environments, including HV/LV reticulation, substations, MCCs, switchgear, power distribution networks, and plant electrical systems.
• Proven experience in the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical infrastructure on mining operations.
• Familiarity with protection systems, SCADA, instrumentation, and automation/control systems.
• Understanding of electrical safety standards, mining regulations, and compliance requirements (SANS, MHSA, etc.).
• Proficiency in relevant electrical engineering design software and tools.
• Professional registration (PrEng/PrTechEng) with ECSA or progress toward registration is highly advantageous.
• Strong project management, contractor oversight, and technical reporting skills.

• Design, review, and optimise electrical infrastructure for mining operations, including power distribution systems, substations, transformers, MCCs, and control systems.
• Support feasibility studies, conceptual planning, and detailed engineering design for electrical components of large-scale mining and processing projects.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical equipment to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, safety standards, and statutory requirements.
• Perform electrical load studies, network modelling, and system reliability assessments.
• Collaborate with mechanical, civil, mining, and processing teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Prepare technical reports, project schedules, cost estimates, and risk assessments related to electrical works.
• Manage contractors, suppliers, and external consultants to ensure quality and timely project execution.
• Develop and maintain electrical safety systems, procedures, and compliance documentation.
• Support operational teams with troubleshooting, optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives for electrical systems.
  
  

Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 28 November 2025. Late applications may still be considered until 21 December 2025.
 
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