Poly Welder/Pumpman at Newmont Corporation

About The Job

About This Role

• To support the welding and joining of poly (HDPE) pipes, using a variety of techniques, and connecting in-pit sumps to designated ponds, in a safe and controlled manner.

In This Role You Will:

• Pump Operations Planning and Execution
• Communicate with and receive instruction from the Dewatering Supervisor prior to the execution of activities, to determine where water will be pumped to and to ensure that the system remains open.
• Conduct inspections on the following aspects, before carrying out work:
• Pipelines and valves for leakages.
• Fuel level of the pump.
• Sumps.
• Boreholes around the pit.
• Install pumps in a stage/phase approach and connect pipelines to pumps.
• Complete PSI of pumps and the poly welding machine.
• Report any identified defects to the Maintenance Supervisor / Maintenance Dispatch.
• Take flow readings from boreholes and report any detected issues to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Request for fuel level feedback from the process plant/water treatment plans.
• Disconnect all pumps for blasting activities.
• Check pressure gauges, RPM’s, vacuum gauges and load factors and record these on the KPI sheet.
• Obtain and take flow meter readings at the start and the end of the shift.
• Make arrangements to organise water trucks for dust conservation purposes.
• Conduct the installation of standpipes.
• Work to assure that pipeline failures are prevented to maintain efficient pit dewatering.
• Monitor the operation of the pumps to ensure that the water in the sump(s) are pumped, from the pit to the designated pond.
• Poly welding Operations Planning and Execution
• Understand the type, size and fitting required for the welding of poly pipes.
• Adhere to the parameters of the job.
• Clean and prepare plastic surfaces for welding, cutting, gouging, beveling or filing.
• Shape and bend plastic piping by using hand tools, machines or techniques such as heating.
• Measure and align pipes for joining, using hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Fuse HDPE sections using various welding, precision and bolting techniques.
• Clean, file and polish finished welding product.
• Conduct the construction, installation and laying of pipelines in the pit and the flipping of pipelines over high walls.
• Maintain QA / QC standards during pipe welding/fusion activities.
• Fit attachments, and connect hoses between the pit and the pond.
• Carry out welding activities in pipemoves, replacements and repairs.

General Execution:

• Plan and prioritise own activities on a daily basis.
• Read, interpret and follow drawings and blueprints for direction on every pump and poly welding activity.
• Obtain the necessary equipment and consumables required to execute tasks from the Supervisor.
• Assure that all works-in-progress and activities meet specifications, codes and regulations.
• Contribute to the achievement of mine water treatment and dewatering production targets.

Stakeholder Management and Engagement:

• Liaise with the Load and Haul Supervisor to obtain the necessary equipment required for pump installations.
• Liaise with the Hydrotechnical team and submit completed KPI sheets to them.
• Liaise with the blast crew in understanding blast times to make safety pre-preparations with regards to pumps and piping.
• Ensure own dewatering and water treatment shift work meets established statutory standards.

Working Conditions:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those that an employee must meet to perform essential functions of this job successfully.

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Physical Demands: While performing the job duties, the employee is required to sit at a desk for extended periods, climb stairs, walk and stand.

Work Environment:

• The noise level in the field environment is high.
• The incumbent is frequently exposed to noise, fumes, high-temperature, sharp edges, dust, pinch-points, vibration, slippery surfaces, and extreme weather conditions.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Work requires mandatory PPE such as a helmet, goggles, highly visible clothing, safety harness, ear plugs and dust mask according to working conditions.
• The Incumbent occasionally has to work overtime.

Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist:

• Senior High School Certificate.
• Welding trade test.

Additional Knowledge:

• MINCOM Equipment Competency.
• License E.
• General knowledge in mid-to-heavy equipment operation.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a poly welding / pump environment within a large open pit mine.

Technical Skills:

• Strong listening skills.
• Strong concentration skills.
• Sound planning, organising and prioritising skills.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound technical communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Sound information monitoring skills.
• Ability to understand pumping specifications, pumping curves, flow rates and water pressure.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, graphs, charts and plans.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with peers and supervisors.

Behavioural Attributes:

• Accuracy.
• Continuous Learning.
• Detail Oriented.
• Flexibility.
• Goal Oriented.
• Initiative.
• Judgment.
• Manual Dexterity.
• Pro-active.
• Reliable and independent.
• Safety Conscious.
• Self-Motivated.
• Team Player.
• Technically Inclined.
• Tenacity.
• Ability to work well under pressure.