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  • Posted: Mar 3, 2021
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    Implats is one of the worlds foremost producers of platinum and associated platinum group metals (PGMs). The group produces approximately a quarter of the world's supply of primary platinum. Implats produced 1.44 million ounces of platinum and 2.91 million ounces of platinum group metals (PGMs) in FY2016 Our operations are located on the Bushveld Comp...
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    Group Head Geotechnical Tailings

    The Group Head: Geotechnical Tailings will provide engineering leadership to ensure cradle to grave integrity of all tailing’s storage facilities across the Implats group. 

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

    • A relevant NQF level 7 qualification required i.e. B.Eng. Geotech.
    • Minimum of 15 years relevant work experience in tailings management.
    • Must have sound understanding of mining, operations and mine waste management, geotechnical material characterization, slope stability, deformation analyses, liquefaction potential, seismic hazard assessments, seepage and foundation characteristics of dams/tailing storage facilities.
    • Must have in-depth knowledge of performing geotechnical analyses and assessments with associated systems and models.
    • Sound project execution experience with in-depth knowledge of statistics and techniques required.
    • Knowledge of risk assessment protocols is also a requirement.
    • Sound knowledge on computer systems with highly efficient computer-, and presentation skills essential.
    • Exceptional understanding, interpreting and data analysis skills required.
    • Good communication, interpersonal and information management skills required.
    • Must have good report writing, problem solving, time management, numerical / calculation skills.
    • Candidate must be a detailed conscious, team player, strategic thinker with sound management skills.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

    • Lead to ensure the sustainable operation of all Group Tailings facilities.
    • Engage with site engineers and specialist consultants in the technical execution of planning and design of Tailings Storage Facilities (TSF) and Water Management Facilities in support of mining activity.
    • Engage with key technical practice disciplines beyond engineering, these include geology, hydrogeology, environmental practices/permitting, water management, process design and pumping/piping of tailing slurry.
    • Provide technical oversight of work performed by specialist consultants.
    • Drive compliance of Tailings management standards at all tailing’s facilities.
    • Be the custodian of the “Implats minimum standard on tailings management” for the group.
    • Drive transparency on tailings dam information, publications, declarations and engage with regulatory authorities when required.
    • Provide technical, safety and logistical leadership to project teams throughout the various stages to completion of programs.
    • Ensure governance and compliance of all Tailings storage facilities.
    • Drive technology and innovation for improved sustainability on all Tailings storage facilities.
    • Position Implats to be the global leader in Tailings management.
    • Represent Implats at Tailings conferences and associations.
    • Formulate the vision: “Implats: tailings of the future” and drive the roadmap to execution.
    • Establish an independent Tailings audit committee for the group representing relevant disciplines.
    • Regular engagement with the independent Tailings audit committee and formulate group audits, board feedback and board discussion documents.
    • Schedule regular engagements with accountable executives, accountable engineers, engineers of record on tailings matters.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Implats on www.linkedin.com to apply

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