Careers

Estimator

We are looking for an Estimator who will be responsible for the preparation of cost estimates and quotations.

POSITION KEY TASKS AND DUTIES:

• Prepare estimations by gathering information, i.e. drawing, specifications and related documents and analysing proposals and requirements.
• Identify labour, material, and time requirements for analyses to compute costs.
• Resolve discrepancies.
• Present prepared estimate for quotation purposes by assembling and displaying descriptive information.
• Prepare special reports through collection, analyses and summary of information and trends.
• Maintain cost data base by entering and backing up data.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as and when required.
• Maintain professional standards at the highest level to enhance the quality and service of the organisation.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

5 Years’ experience in the Engineering, Mining/Bulk Material Handling, Mechanical Estimations and/or Draughting fields.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12, N3 or equivalent
• Multi-disciplinary Drawing Office Course and Auto CAD or N5
• A tertiary degree or diploma in Engineering or Mining activities would be advantageous.

Please send your CV to cv@webachutes.com or complete the contact form below

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Junior Projects Engineer

We are looking for a Junior Project Engineer who will be responsible for ensuring all projects are planned, managed, controlled, and delivered within the allowed time frame and budget. This includes projects delivered on time, on schedule and in scope, ensuring customer satisfaction.

KEY TASKS AND DUTIES:

• Project Initiation
• Project Planning and Control
• Project Baseline and Schedule management
• Project status and reporting
• Risks, Actions, Issues and Decision Management
• Project Administration
• Pro-active liaison with client and internal representatives
• Project Improvement management (Lessons Learnt)
• Production Support planning and control
• Communicate with team and stakeholders throughout the project

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• N 3 to N 6
• Four to six years of experience in the mining sector
• Mechanical Engineering diploma

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• 10 Years working experience.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office & MS Projects.
• Must be fluent in English & Afrikaans.
• Must have good people skills to communicate and work well in a team.
• Able to work under pressure and deadline driven.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exposure to dealing with top management representatives
• Good time management skills.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

BENEFICIAL

• Previous Application Support experience.
• Previous Project Management in a mining environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of technical drawings.
• Knowledge of mining operations.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Must be able to work overtime.
• Must be able to plan the department’s movements so as to suit the needs of the clients.
• Must be able to maintain productivity and discipline levels in his/her department.
• Management skills.
• Must be able to prepare Management Reports

Should you feel that you qualify and wish to apply for the above position, please forward your CV to dawn@webachutes.com for consideration.

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Trainee Draughtsman

We are looking for a Trainee Draughtsman who will report to the Drawing Office Manager.

POSITION KEY TASKS AND DUTIES:

Complete replacement parts drawings and nestings

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Approximately 3 years experience in draughting practice.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Technical Matric, with Pure Mathematics, Science and Technical Drawings
• N3 (Engineering discipline with relevant mechanical draughting subjects)
• Multi-Disciplinary Drawing Office Practice N4-N5

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Solid Works would be an advantage
• CAD software knowledge
• MS Office
• Must have own transport
• Must be willing to travel and work overtime
• Must be able to work unsupervised

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Drawing Office Manager

We are looking for a Drawing Office Manager who will be responsible for the supervision of drawing office staff, planning and allocating work, and assist with monthly drawing office and progress reports.

KEY TASKS AND DUTIES:

• Customer Service.
• Planning.
• Drawings.
• Supervise drawing office staff.
• Bought out components.
• Bought out components.
• Staff development.
• Report on FOC’s.
• Electronic file handling.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Relevant Drawing Office experience.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12.
• Completed relevant draughting studies.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• 10 Years working experience.
• Site surveying.
• Solid Works or equivalent – 5 years’ experience.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office & Projects.
• Must be fluent in English & Afrikaans.
• Must have good people skills in order to communicate and work well in a team.
• Able to work under pressure and deadline driven.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management skills.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Must be able to work overtime.
• Must be able to plan department’s movements so as to suit the needs of the clients.
• Must be able to maintain productivity and discipline levels in his/her department.
• Management skills.
• Must be able to do Management reports.

Should you feel that you qualify and wish to apply for the above position, please forward your CV to

Please send your CV to dawn@webachutes.com or complete the contact form below for consideration before 13h00 on 27 January 2021.

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Trainee Advert

We are looking for a Trainee Draughtsman who will report to the section leader.

POSITION KEY TASKS AND DUTIES:

Complete Replacement Lip packages Solid Works Tutorials Cimetron Tutorials

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Approximately three years’ experience in draughting practices.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric
• N3 (Engineering discipline, with relevant design/draughting subjects)

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• SolidWorks (advantage)
• Inventor
• AutoCAD
• Excel
• Work
• Outlook

BENEFICIAL

• Previous Application Support experience.
• Previous Project Management in a mining environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of technical drawings.
• Knowledge of mining operations.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Must have own transport
• Must be willing to work overtime if required
• Must be willing to travel
• Must be able to work unsupervised
• Good timekeeping and project management skills

Should you feel that you qualify and wish to apply for the above position, please forward your CV to dawn@webachutes.com for consideration before 13h00 on 11 June 2021

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Technical Advisor Africa

We are looking for a Technical Advisor who will be responsible for sales of retrofit chutes and projects, new projects and after sales. Develop and retain clientele. Achieve revenue goals. Provide Support for the regional agents in Africa.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Sales experience in the mining industry is a prerequisite
• SDry plant experience of minimum 5-10 years. Preferably, chutes and other bulk handling equipment such as conveyors, etc

AREA: Africa

Relationships on the mines in the areas mentioned above essential

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12, N3 or equivalent o A relevant degree or diploma in Engineering or Mining activities would be advantageous

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office
• Need to be honest, reliable and team player
• Need to speak and write Afrikaans and English fluently
• Self-discipline, motivated, outgoing
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Time management skills
• Good communication skills

COMMENTS AND SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Must be in possession of a valid driver's license
• Recognize and respond to opportunities
• Need to pass a fitness and medical test

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Administrative Assistant

We are looking for a confident and ambitious individual to join our team as an Administrative Assistant. The right person will be determined to learn and grow in the position, being confident in their ability to handle any task assigned to them and add value to the organisation wherever possible. Well-presented candidates will need to demonstrate an excellent level of attention to detail, pride in their work and an ability to produce results working under pressure. The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as a ‘can-do’ attitude.

The role will be varied with the successful candidate working across divisions within the business to offer support to teams and individuals on a number of levels. The successful candidate will support the Systems Manager and Marketing team by performing a number of tasks.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric
• Microsoft office experience (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
• 2 – 3 years administrative work experience
• Own transport

Please send your CV to cv@webachutes.com

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