Manager Operational Readiness at Anglo American

Company Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager Operational Readinesswho will be responsible to develop an integrated Operational Readiness Plan (ORP), which is aligned to the relevant Project Execution Plan (PEP) that considers all technical functions, key stakeholder requirements and operational standards to support the set up and running of a future operation. 

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Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Job Description:

Develop and Implement the Operational Readiness Plan (ORP) by:

• Ensuring a detailed, workable, comprehensive and feasible ORP is timeously delivered.

• Developing the Operations Breakdown Structure classifying required business processes, people / skills requirements, and technological support, ensuring that operational readiness activities are completed on time.

• Providing a detailed schedule and estimate for the ORP with specific focus on lead times, ensuring all resources i.e. people, equipment and machinery are in place to meet operational readiness requirements.

• Capturing and sharing best operational practices and carry out internal and external benchmarking to enhance business optimisation processes.

• Ensuring operational readiness by reviewing current projects that are aligned with a standard process improvement framework and methodology.

• Facilitate alignment of roles and responsibilities within the Operational Readiness team and other stakeholders to ensure effective operational ramp-up.

• Define and agree on KPI’s and ensure alignment with the stated production and S&SD goals in the Business Case.

• Provide a baseline detailed estimate of all materials and work to be performed directly and a detailed schedule of all activities directly related to ramp-up of production to ensure operational readiness.

• Ensure implementation of the Anglo Operating (AO) Framework and apply appropriate detailed diagnostic tools and systems.

• Conduct gap analyses by using appropriate benchmarks and progress South Africa Anglo Operating (SAO) capability maturity and road map.

• Conduct an analysis and interpret the root cause of any variances and distribute a consolidated report to the key role players to ensure corrective action is taken.

• Establish and develop an effective communication plan between key stakeholders to ensure efficient change management as and when required.

• Distribute and communicate the detailed Operational Breakdown Structure to ensure that agreement is reached prior to commencement of production.

• Optimize human resources to ensure maximum output is delivered by the section.

• High level of work ethics is maintained, ensuring that workers continuously strive towards improving their own performance.

• Manage a safe and healthy work environment where workers and contractors can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.

• Ensure environmental impact falls within and complies with statutory requirements.

This role is within the Operational Readiness Department at Band 5, reporting to the General Manager.

Qualifications:

Qualifications Required: 

• B Tech or a Bachelor Degree in the following Engineering fields: Mining / Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

• Postgraduate qualification in Business Management (advantageous)

• Mine Manager’s Ticket (MMCC) (advantageous)

• Driver’s Licence: Code B (Light Vehicle)

Experience Required:

• 10 years’ experience as an Operational Readiness Manager within the Mining  and Processing environment.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Business Process Mapping Systems

• Project Management methodologies and / or practices

• Specialist knowledge in technical areas such as Mining, Finance etc.

• Operations Management Systems

• Interpersonal skills

• Statistical Analysis

• Theory of Constraints (TOC)

• Project Management skills

• Leadership skills

• Report writing skills

• Communication skills

• Organisational skills

• Computer Literacy: MS Office: (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) MS Projects, SAP