ATW Officer at South32

POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• The purpose of this role is to ensure alignment and compliance to the Authority to Work process for the mine.  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have Grade 12 with Mathematics and/or Science or N3 Technical Certificate together with a valid Trade Test certificate or mining/processing qualification;
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Artisan, a Miner or a Specialist in a mining/processing environment is essential;
• Valid Driver’s License is essential;
• Previous supervisory experience and 1SAP knowledge is advantageous;
• Knowledge and experience of Wessels Mine, surface and underground mining operation, will be advantageous.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• To accept plant/equipment handover from plant owners and to ensure that the risk management processes have been followed before approving work to commence;
• This includes verification that permit conditions have been met, personnel are adequately trained and equipped, and the plant conditions allow for work to proceed safely in line with our well designed work principles;
• Accept the plant after work is completed and to hand back to production;
• Manage interaction (clashes) between work groups and issues Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) permits;
• Update the area hazard boards to reflect worksite risks;
• Audit the Authority to Work process to verify compliance;
• Perform physical audits during work execution to identify potential hazards and substandard practices.