Mineral Resources Superintendent Survey (North West) at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To lead the Surveying team in providing a totally safe and integrated surveying service in accordance with company standards and the Mine Health and safety Act (Act 29 of 1996)

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Section through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status
• Ensure compliance to all regulatory (MHSA) requirements.
• Create an accurate, transparent and proactive environment for monitoring and reporting of mineral assets.

PEOPLE 

Manage the Section:

• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• Manage labour stability by minimising labour turnover
• Labour complement in line with budget
• Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Section
• Manage performance against set targets and competencies
• Ensure IDP’s are linked to performance results and implemented as per plan
• Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly)
• Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Conduct recruitment interviews

CUSTOMERS 

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction
• Liaise and coordinate with Sites regarding the clarification and understanding of operational performance

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

Mineral Resources Management:

Assist in establishing extent of ore reserves:

• Short term Mining Plan (1-5 years)
• Long term Mining Plan (5-20 years)
• LOM Plans
• Support overall management of MRM discipline

Surveying Data:

• Manage the Surveying Database
• Mining face (stopping and development) data
• Plant stockpile’s and reconciliation to determine production / stock 
• Updating of DMR Mine Plans

Reports:

Compile Surveying Reports

• Weekly and monthly stock reconciliation
• Annual DMPR submissions

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Manage the Section costs

 BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Leadership
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Aligning Performance for Success
• Communication
• Change Leadership
• Building Strong Teams
• Business Acumen

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Systems:

• Microsoft programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, SAP, COUPA, MES)
• MRM software (Deswik, Pix4D, Modelmaker)

Job Skills:

• Required training as per training matrix
• Soft Skills as identified per department / level

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate an understanding of Survey principles in the mining industry.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Degree or National Diploma (Mine Surveying)
• Mine Surveyor’s Certificate of Competency.
• 6 years’ relevant experience, preferably 2 years’ managerial experience

Closing date: 06 March 2026