Construction Supervisor
Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd Dundee
Pump Installation & Relocation
Qualifications
- Supervise the installation, commissioning, and testing of dewatering, slurry, process, and water transfer pumps.
- Coordinate pump relocations as mining operations progress.
- Ensure pumps are installed according to engineering specifications and manufacturer requirements.
- Monitor pump performance and identify operational issues.
- Supervise construction, installation, modification, and maintenance of HDPE, steel, PVC, and other piping systems.
- Oversee pipe laying, welding, fabrication, flanging, pressure testing, and commissioning activities.
- Ensure piping routes are installed according to approved drawings and mine requirements.
- Coordinate tie-ins and shutdown activities.Site Supervision
- Manage daily site activities across multiple mining locations.
- Allocate resources, equipment, tools, and labour effectively.
- Lead and supervise construction teams, artisans, operators, contractors, and general workers.
- Conduct daily toolbox talks and safety briefings.
- Monitor productivity and project progress.
- Ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act and site-specific safety procedures.
- Conduct risk assessments and enforce safe work practices.
- Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure all permits, inspections, and documentation are completed.
- Review project plans, drawings, and schedules.
- Track project milestones and report progress to management.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly site reports.
- Manage material requirements and equipment availability.
- Liaise with mine management, engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
- Attend project meetings and provide technical input.
- Maintain strong working relationships with all stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting, Pipe Fitting, Boilermaking, or related field preferred.
- Construction Management qualification advantageous.
- Valid driver's licence.
- Mine Health and Safety training certificates advantageous.
- Minimum 4 years experience in mining construction environments.
- Proven experience installing, relocating, and managing mining pump systems.
- Extensive experience in piping construction projects.
- Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams on active mining operations.
- Experience working on dewatering, water reticulation, slurry, or process water systems.
- Knowledge of pumps, pipelines, valves, fittings, and associated infrastructure.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and layouts.
- Understanding of pressure testing and commissioning processes.
- Familiarity with mining construction standards and safety regulations.
- Strong people management and supervisory skills.
- Ability to manage multicultural workforces.
- Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.
- Strong planning, organizing, and problem-solving ability.
- Results-driven with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
- Ideal Candidate: A hands-on mining construction professional with extensive pump and piping experience who can lead teams effectively, manage multiple sites, and deliver projects safely and efficiently.
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