Mine Mechanical Engineer Science & Engineering Professionals
SaveWhat Does a Mine Mechanical Engineer Do?
Mine mechanical engineers supervise the procurement, installation, removal and maintenance of mining mechanical equipment, using their knowledge of mechanical specifications. They organise the replacement and repair of mechanical equipment and components.
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Where Do I Start?
Electricity
Understand the principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
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Skills You Need to Become a Mine Mechanical Engineer
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialElectricity knowledge
Understand the principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
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3 booksPractical ElectricityElectricity for Beginners: From Zero to Master -
EssentialMine Safety Legislation knowledge
The laws, regulations and codes of practice relevant to safety in mining operations.
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EssentialGeology knowledge
Solid earth, rock types, structures and the processes by which they are altered.
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EssentialDesign Drawings knowledge
Understand design drawings detailing the design of products, tools, and engineering systems.
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EssentialImpact Of Geological Factors On Mining Operations knowledge
Be aware of the impact of geological factors, such as faults and rock movements, on mining operations.
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EssentialMechanical Engineering knowledge
Discipline that applies principles of physics, engineering and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems.
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EssentialMechanics knowledge
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
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EssentialMechanical Mine Machinery Manuals knowledge
Comprehend manufacturers' manuals for the installation and operation of mining machinery. Understand schematic drawings.
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4 booksCoal Mine Operations ManualA Descriptive Treatise On Mining Machinery, Tools, And Other Appliances Used In MiningMachinery for Metalliferous Mines -
EssentialEnsure Compliance With Safety Legislation skill
Implement safety programmes to comply with national laws and legislation. Ensure that equipment and processes are compliant with safety regulations.
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EssentialMaintain Records Of Mining Operations skill
Maintain records of mine production and development performance, including performance of machinery.
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EssentialManage Emergency Procedures skill
React quickly in case of emergency and set planned emergency procedures in motion.
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EssentialPrepare Technical Reports skill
Prepare technical reports that describe results and processes of scientific or technical research, or assess its progress. These reports help researchers to keep up to date with recent findings.
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EssentialProcure Mechanical Machinery skill
Procure adequate machinery. Research the market to find the best machinery, staying within budget limits, and negotiate the purchase. Maintain records.
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EssentialSupervise Staff skill
Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.
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EssentialTroubleshoot skill
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
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EssentialUse A Computer skill
Utilise computer equipment or digital devices to facilitate quality control, data management, and communication. Follow instructions given by a computer programme, create computer files or documents.
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EssentialUse Technical Drawing Software skill
Create technical designs and technical drawings using specialised software.
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EssentialAdvise On Mine Equipment skill
Provide advice on mining and equipment for mineral treatment; communicate and collaborate with engineering experts.
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EssentialInstall Mining Machinery skill
Assemble, install and disassemble mining equipment. Outstanding eye-hand coordination and spatial awareness are required.
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EssentialMaintain Mine Machinery skill
Inspect and conduct planned maintenance of mining equipment. Execute routine repairs and replace damaged components. Analyse test results and interpret machine error messages. Undertake maintenance activities such as cleaning and …
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Optional Skills (5 of 8 displayed)
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OptionalMining Engineering knowledge
Fields of engineering relevant to mining operations. Principles, techniques, procedures and equipment used in the extraction of minerals.
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OptionalHealth And Safety Hazards Underground knowledge
The rules and risks affecting health and safety when working underground.
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OptionalMathematics knowledge
Mathematics is the study of topics such as quantity, structure, space, and change. It involves the identification of patterns and formulating new conjectures based on them. Mathematicians strive to prove …
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OptionalAddress Problems Critically skill
Identify the strengths and weaknesses of various abstract, rational concepts, such as issues, opinions, and approaches related to a specific problematic situation in order to formulate solutions and alternative methods …
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OptionalAssess Operating Cost skill
Estimate the operating cost in terms of manpower, consumables and maintenance.
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OptionalMonitor Mine Costs skill
Monitor total costs of mining activities, projects and required equipment; pursue maximum operational cost efficiency.
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OptionalMonitor Mine Production skill
Oversee mining production rates in order to estimate operational effectiveness.
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OptionalPresent Reports skill
Display results, statistics and conclusions to an audience in a transparent and straightforward way.
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