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Mechanic (Hoisting Systems)

Employer
Redpath
Location
Ulaanbaatar, Ömnögovi
Salary
Comprehensive wage and benefit package
Closing date
Nov 5, 2020

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Redpath Mongolia LLC has an immediate opening for a Mechanic (Hoisting Systems) to join their dynamic team at the Oyu Tolgoi Project in Mongolia.  The site is situated in Southern Mongolia in the heart of the Gobi Desert flatlands.
 
Closing: November 5, 2020

Location: Oyu Tolgoi

Rotation: 4 weeks on, 2 weeks off

*Due to the current Covid-19 travel restrictions, we are on a modified rotation.  The rotation is 140 days:  3 weeks quarantine on entry.  11 weeks of work (14 days on, 3 days off).  2 weeks of quarantine at home and 4 weeks time-off.

Shift Length: 12 hours

Compensation: Redpath offers a comprehensive wage and benefit package

Travel: Flights provided from point of hire to job site

Conditions of Employment: Successful completion of pre-employment medical and substance abuse test

Accommodations: Camp setting
 
Job Description
Mechanic is responsible to ensure that all mechanical related equipment and maintenance is performed in a safe manner. To assist and mentor the national mechanics, those are dedicated to the shaft sinking and equipping operations. Assist in the maintenance of the hoists on a scheduled maintenance regimen along with systems checks as needed to ensure sufficient operational time of equipment.

Roles and Responsibilities

General:

  • Effectively manage and coach performance by directing and coordinating all activities of the underground construction department to achieve full potential:
    • Ensure Maintenance operations are carried out safely;
    • Ensure training of the national hoist mechanics;
    • Ensure parts required are passed onto supervision so they can be ordered on time;
    • Ensure that all workers fully understand the hazards of working in the shaft during the work cycle;
    • To communicate effectively between the supervisors, both expat and national;
    • Track and follow maintenance schedules as per requirements of onsite operations;
    • Troubleshooting issues with shaft operating equipment;
    • Ensuring that supervision is aware of parts requirements, shortfalls in warehouse.
    • The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
  • Effectively communicate and listen within all levels of the shaft to:
    • Ensure a concentrated effort from the underground team members;
    • Build strong working teams, both with the client and contractors;
    • Enhance employee ownership and value differences;
    • Clearly and consistently communicate corporate directive and expectations.
  • Manage and participate in monthly environmental, health and safety audit of safety process and standard operating procedures:
    • Regularly review safety and standard working procedures with mechanical personnel;
    • Provide advice and guidance to personnel on compliance issues;
    • Report non-compliance and ensure communications throughout the work area to not repeat event;
    • Ensure employees understand and follow policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance of Company local and corporate policies and procedures and regulatory requirements. 
    • Provide support training within the maintenance department;
    • Hold accountability for non-compliance;

Health, Safety & Environment:

  • Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
  • Follow Company and Oyu Tolgoi’s site health and safety standards and report any unsafe acts or conditions.
  • Responsible to ensure the proper use and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Comply with Oyu Tolgoi’s Critical Risk Management (CRM) requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Must have 10+ years of vertical development, specific maintenance and mining experience;
  • Experience in and leading Lean programs is an asset;
  • Maintenance on Koepe, Blair, single and double drum hoists is seen as an asset;
  • A professional accreditation as a certified mechanic is seen as an asset.

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