Practitioner Process Engineering SR at Sibanye-Stillwater

Job Purpose:

• To be accountable for participation in projects as well as the coordination, overseeing and monitoring of process activities in order to recommend the necessary changes to the relevant process.

Minimum Required Qualification:

• NQF level 6 qualification in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering.

The Appointee should:

• Medically fit to work in the specific business area.
• Clear security screening record
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• At least 2 years experience in a processing environment.

Additional Requirements:

• None

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations & Service Delivery  Compile and present process KPI reports.  Monitor all processing operations for deviations.  Participate in the development and agreement of Service Level Agreement’s (SLAs) with stakeholders.  Ensure service delivery according to SLAs.  Review processes and correct or optimise accordingly.  Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Data & Information Analysis & Interpretation  Review of processing data and information.  Interpretation of data and information.  Compile reports and recommendations from interpretations.  Communication and presentation of reports and recommendations.  Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Process Optimisation  Participation in optimisation projects.  Influence and advise on process changes according to the management of change protocol.  Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Liaising  Monitor and ensure that all technical deliverables are adhered to.  Resolve or escalate queries and or concerns.  Information gathering and sharing.  Work closely with partners conducting technical process development activities.  Identify and escalate project risks.
• Stakeholder Relations  Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders across the organisation and externally at all levels and cross-functionally.  Ensuring open communication channels with all relevant stakeholders.  Sourcing, contracting and negotiating with service providers.  Liaising with the necessary entities on any environmental management related requirements and alignment where applicable.  Collaborating with external service providers regarding the design and implementation of tools to enhance processes.
• Financial Management  Managing the finances of the Division to achieve Organisational objectives. Working Cost Budgets:  Adhere to budgeting parameters for the Division in line with business requirements and financial objectives.  Approving operational expenditure.  Assist in formulating monthly and annual budgets. Cost Savings:  Leading and driving cost saving and cash conservation initiatives.  Remaining competitive on the global cost curve for surface operations.
• Building a values-based organisational culture  Actively support and meaningfully participate in the execution of the segment specific organisational development plan. This support will manifest in the targeted shift in culture as described by a valid culture assessment.
• ESG Compliance  Align to international responsible mining principles.  SA Gold Operations: Align to World Gold Council (WGC)  Responsible Gold Mining Principles (RGMPs).  SA PGM Operations: Enhance Together for Sustainability (eTfS)  initiative.
• SHE Compliance  Maintain and comply with SHE standards within the work environment.  Participate in risk assessments and investigate and take appropriate action as per identified risks.  Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures. SHE Management:  Instil a culture of SHE leadership within the department.  Participate in regional/local bodies and decision-making forums in the process developing a business relevant external environment, that will result in the longer-term sustainability of the Division. Quality Management System (QMS):  Approve department’s documents.  Comply with requirements of the Quality Management System.
• Focus on safe production & operational excellence  Focus on safety and health as well as operational excellence  Improve our position on global industry cost curve
• People Management  Provide coaching and on-the-job training to reporting staff.  Manage performance and development of reporting staff.  Ensure fair work allocation for team members.  Inspire team members towards high performance.

Deadline:9th July,2026