Senior Foreman Logistics at De Beers Group

Job Description:

You will be responsible for coordinating the shaft hoisting of men and material, shaft inspections and operational maintenance activities. You will coordinate effective and safe transportation of personnel and material to the underground work sites via the decline.

Your role will:

• Ensure effective logistics operation and supervision of the shaft hoisting and decline activities.
• Conduct shaft inspections and operational maintenance of shaft and decline infrastructure.
• Pursue and drive a culture of zero harm and ensure all aspects of the work are completed in adherence to the De Beers’ Safety, Health, Security, Quality and Environmental standards and systems.
• Compile reports and keep statistics as may be required.
• Inspect subordinates in their daily activities to ensure effective activities in logistics and batch plant.
• Communicate equipment information and changes to relevant stakeholder to minimize production delays.

Qualifications:

Formal qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF Level qualification
• Underground Blasting Certificate / Onsetter ticket is essential

Additional requirements:

• Computer literate MS Office Suite
• Completion of a Supervisory Development Programme – an advantage
• Valid EB/Code 8 Drivers License
• Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric assessments, and a clear security clearance

Role-specific knowledge:

• 5 years’ experience in the shaft mining environment
• 3 years’ logistics supervisory experience required

Closing Date: 19th, June 2022