Job Ref #: GIB-414
Industry: Engineering
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1

Job Description

GIBB Mining & Power is a multi-disciplinary engineering design and project management enterprise, specialising in innovative and sustainable techno-economic holistic solutions for mining projects, from concept stage to commissioning and handover. Here you will find an environment conducive to helping you make the most of your abilities and skills. 

GIBB Mining & Power, a subsidiary of the GIBB Group, is looking for another talented professional to complement their team, in the form of an Electrical Engineer.

We welcome your application if you meet the requirements, listed below, for this position.

The below listed responsibilities and requirements is assessed during the interview stages and will further be confirmed with the relevant professional references that you currently are or have reported to in your previously two positions.

 

Core Purpose of the Role:

To lead and deliver safe, compliant, and cost-effective electrical engineering solutions for mining projects across their full lifecycle, enabling reliable, integrated power systems that support efficient operations and long-term value for clients in challenging mining environments

 

Key Performance Area's

 

Project Delivery

- Successful delivery of electrical engineering scope across the full project lifecycle
- Achievement of project milestones within agreed schedule, budget, and scope
- Effective commissioning and operational handover of electrical systems

Technical Excellence

- High-quality electrical designs aligned with mining regulations, statutory requirements, client standards, and applicable national and international codes
- Sound engineering judgement applied to mine power systems, substations, MV/LV reticulation, renewables, hybrid systems, backup generation, and power quality
- Accurate system performance calculations and lifecycle optimisation

Safety, Compliance, and Risk Management

- Compliance with all OHS and MHS Act requirements
- Proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of electrical and project risks
- Delivery of solutions suitable for surface and underground mining environments

Cost and Commercial Management

- Accurate capital and operating cost estimates
- Effective cost control and value optimisation throughout project execution
- Consideration of lifecycle costs and long-term reliability

Stakeholder and Client Management

- Effective coordination with multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Strong collaboration with operations teams, OEMs, contractors, and mine owners
- Clear, timely reporting to clients and senior management

Leadership and Coordination

- Oversight of all electrical engineering activities in line with project scale and risk
- Clear allocation of responsibilities and guidance to project team members
- Contribution to an integrated, high-performing project team

 

Responsibilities

• Deliver electrical engineering services for mining projects across surface and underground operations, mineral processing plants, bulk materials handling facilities, and supporting infrastructure
• Provide electrical engineering input across the full project lifecycle, from concept and feasibility studies through detailed design, execution, commissioning, and operational handover
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with approved scope
• Lead and manage all electrical engineering aspects of projects, appropriate to project size and risk profile
• Define electrical project scopes, set milestones, allocate responsibilities, and track progress against schedules and budgets
• Identify, manage, and mitigate technical and project risks associated with electrical systems
• Report project progress, risks, and performance to senior management and clients
• Coordinate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure integrated solutions
• Liaise with operations teams, OEMs, contractors, and mine owners to deliver practical and robust designs suited to harsh mining environments
• Lead electrical designs in compliance with mining legislation, statutory requirements, client standards, and relevant national and international electrical codes
• Design mine power supply systems, including substations and medium- and low-voltage reticulation
• Develop renewable, hybrid power systems, backup generation, and power quality solutions
• Prepare accurate project cost estimates, system performance calculations, and lifecycle assessments
• Apply sound engineering judgment and best practices to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient operation over the life of mine

Job Requirements

Job Requirements

 

Qualifications:

• BEng/BSc/BTech Electrical Engineering
• Professionally Registration with ECSA

Experience:

• Experience in various power project development phases, as well as various types of developments
• Accredited four (4)-year degree or global equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant work experience in electrical and/or instrumentation engineering within mining, heavy industrial, or process plant environments.
• Recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field (as required by location).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with management, colleagues, clients, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable local, regional, and national electrical codes, instrumentation standards, and engineering regulations.
• High attention to detail with the ability to work effectively under time pressure.

 

Person Requirements

 

Core Competencies:

• Proven experience in project management within mining or heavy industry.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations applicable to mining operations.
• Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to work across multiple disciplines and parallel project streams.
• Strong organisational, time management, leadership, and decision making skills.
• Knowledge of applicable mining codes, standards, specifications, and best practices.
• Ability to manage projects within defined budgets and schedules.
• Experience in plant electrical design, system integration, and contract interpretation.
• Strong engineering design, problem solving, analytical, and cost analysis skills.
• Technical report writing, including proposal and tender development.
• Client interface and business development capability.

 

Additional Competencies

• Demonstrated experience with high-, medium-, and low-voltage power distribution systems, MCCs, substations, grounding, and lighting systems.
• Experience with instrumentation and control systems, including PLCs, DCS, SCADA, field instrumentation, and communication networks.
• Experience in electrical load studies, power system analysis, arc-flash studies, or hazardous area (Ex) classifications (preferred).
• Experience with project setup, development of control-level schedules, progress reporting, and project close-out.