Senior Superintendent at Fraser Alexander (Pty) Ltd.

Description

• Senior Superintendent role exists to execute multiple large- and small-scale projects against established project management standards which include time, cost & scope.
• The role oversees safety, risks, technical and commercial management of projects and ensures successful and profitable execution.
• Overall system, process, people management & development responsibility.
• The role interacts vertically with operations teams, clients and senior operations and accounts management and horizontally with broad business operations in the division.
• The role assists to plan for successful execution on all projects within its scope of responsibility and influence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Business/Functional Management
• Execute project responsibilities in line with organizational strategy, in order to achieve set goals.
• Execute efficient production processes & ensure profitable project outcomes.
• Lead various teams of leaders to deliver business objectives
• Financial, Commercial & Contracts Management
• Manage contract commercial terms including terminations, dispute resolution, force majeure, and escalations. 
• Manage costs and production within project budget, cost and time targets, providing inputs to Cost and
• Site Accountant on cash flow charts and systems, monitoring compliance in their area.

Risk Management & Compliance, incl. ESG responsibility

• Ensure the company's policy on social responsibility is adhered to.
• Be fully aware of the content and impact of new contracts i.e. General Conditions of Contract,
• Special Conditions, Specifications, and Drawings; be aware of relevant legislation relating to the contract
• - as related to project operational execution and governance.

Stakeholder Management (Internal/External)

• Promote ongoing open communication with Client Resident Engineer, Mining Manager and other client managers
• to foster good relations between FAT and the Client, through appropriate forums and interfaces.
• Manage interface with other client contractors and operations on site.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BSc Degree / B Tech / qualification (mining / metallurgy / industrial / civil or similar)
• Project Management & a general management qualification would be advantageous.

EXPERIENCE

• At least five years relevant experience in respect of managing Tailings and/or Remining sites
• Proven production management exposure as Mine Overseer / Snr Superintendent
• General Mining Production experience would be an advantage
• Proven practical and hands-on experience in the management of leaders, labour and plant resources.
• Experience in planning and commissioning projects, preferably on Tailings operation or Re-mining.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a management role, preferably in a Tailings / mining environment.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Solid knowledge of Mining, Production and Tailings Industries with specific emphasis on Tailings  business.
• Knowledge and understanding of the national legislation, standards and bylaws applicable to the Tailings business.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of technical and operational aspects core to the tailings and mining industry.
• Excellent Commercial astuteness.