Available Roles at Tharisa

Role Context

• Grade Control Model and Reconciliation.
• Geological test-holes and RC planned & drilled 100% as per the strategy.
• Weekly update of the test holes and RC grade control model.
• Weekly reconciliation of actual feed grade against mining block grade.
• Establish and on-going update of all geological grade control procedures and work-instruction, minimum 2 per month.
• Contractor management = Zero contractor complain.
• Geological Database and Management:
• 100% RC Drilling and Test holes database management and control (Zero backlog);
• All 100% update of Drill logs lithology; - Assays; - QA/QC etc. all as planned.
• All Geological Maps as planned (example, Structure plan):
• 100% Pit bench face geological mapping;
• Ore-type pit contact marking;
• Geological drill-hole test holes implementation/enforcement and interpretation;
• All pit geological data are collected, recorded, interpreted and communicated to mining team to form part of the technical mining decision;
• Understanding the geometry of the orebody.
• Mining Grade Control Activities Coordination & Management:
• 100% Ore mining blocks pit visit/inspection before and after blasting then waste and ore physical block demarcation. Mine Planning blocks access implementation; 
• 20% Overseer audit of drilled mining block;
• 100% mining geology data interpretation;
• Physical measurement of mining dilution and mining ore-loss, and reporting;
• Implementation and management control of systems.
• 100% Mining geological Digging plan;
• 100% Trenches digging done to mark geological contacts; Waste Mining-cut marking (using spray paint); Reefing shovel operating running board/area planning;
• Ore digging procedure/work instruction established and implemented.
• 100% mining geological Digging plan. 100% Trenches digging done to mark geological contacts; Ore Mining-cut marking (using spray paint) per mining block; Reefing shovel operating running board/area planning and execution.
• Ore digging procedure/work instruction established and implemented.
• Collaborate with Mining Engineers/ Planners to agree on how best to extract/utilisation of the ore reserve.
• 100% application of the Ore mining block signoff control procedure.
• RoM/ Expit material destination assignment (sole mandate) to either RoM Ore stockpile and/or waste-dump.
• Geology Assistants daily supervision (management control and direct):
• Per shift give responsibilities/ line-up to geology assistant and Intern.
• Ensure individual geological work ownership controls. Measure outputs/actual against plan responsibilities.
• Stockpiles Management Control:
• Ore Stockpiles management and identification:
• 100% Ore stockpiles management;
• 100% Stockpiles Identity boards exist;
• RoMpad management and control;
• RoMpad infrastructure management;
• Ore stockpiles inventory levels management-control (demand and supply principle);
• RoM stockpiles requirements communication;
• Daily sampling / stockpiles grade evaluation and feed grade modelling, Algorithm and simulation.
• Weekly Crusher Plant Feed report.
• Weekly feed grade simulation - report and planned.
• Feed plan report approval and communication all mining team;
• Daily crusher feed ore grade variation control and management;
• Low Grade stockpile reduction of 10 000 tonnes per month.
• Continuous feed grade monitoring and control management.
• Reconciliation of grade control models and ore-types;
• Immediately corrective actions taken to achieve planned grade;
• Reconcile plants feed plan grade with the actual mining feed grade;
• Implement continuous improvement actions plan to achieve budget.
• Signed off and implementation of own IDP;
• Signed off and implementation of IDP for subordinate;
• 100% Geology Interns development plan implementation.
• Ensure good geology inputs onto mining practices and optimize/implement ore quality and grade control from the pit; onto ex-pit/run-of-mine (RoM); ore stockpiles management and the execution of the estimated crusher plants feed grade stability;
• Ensure reliable and timely pit delineation of ore and waste pit mining and be given authority to lead, control, schedule the ore digging operation of blast blocks and ore mining excavation for tonnage and grade control; and overall reconciliation;
• Writing of mining geology reports daily, weekly and monthly as required.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade 12/ NQF Level 4
• Bachelor of Science with Honours Degree in Geology
• Registered with SACNASP

Job specific experience:

• 7 years of mining experience of which 4 years as pit grade control production geologist
• Driver’s license code 8
• Bushveld Complex Geology experience advantageous)

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Job Responsibilities and Duties:

The Managing Director is responsible for giving strategic guidance and direction to the board to ensure that the Company achieves its financial vision, mission and long-term goals, direct and control all business operations.

Job Role

Technical work responsibilities:

• Give strategic advice and report results and findings to chairman and board members.
• Keep all relevant stakeholders informed of developments online with company’s objectives.
• Manage resources, including the attracting, hiring and retention of personnel.
• Ensure employees move in the same strategic direction to achieve its mission.
• Create and report on business plans, monitoring its efficacy and progress.
• Remain close to all stakeholders including the chairman and board members, staff, clients, key-decision makers and external service suppliers.
• Research and implement new initiatives to drive revenue, lower operating costs while maintain quality products that are competitive, all while delivery excellent customer support.
• Continuous monitoring of the annual budget and ensure that revenue/sales targets are met.

Core work outputs:

• Primary focus is on effective operation of the fabrication units to optimize efficiencies and recoveries and maintain quality of products
• Manage and report on the effective implementation of a marketing strategy to maintain market relevance and promote products and services to increase sales.
• Manage key personnel, clients and service providers.
• Maintain the quality of products, services, customer support and level of service in line with service level agreements and other retention strategies.
• Promote the wellness of staff and implementing policies in line with labour legislation and health and safety guidelines to create a diverse and positive working environment.
• Preparation of annual reports and attending/presenting at board meetings.

Requirements

• Degree in a Business / Finance related field
• Masters or MBA degree would definitely count in your favour
• An Honours Degree / Postgraduate Diploma
• 10 years’ experience in Manufacturing company
• Computer Literate
• Valid driver’s license

Closing date: 22 June 2023

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Purpose of Role

The role is responsible to installation and maintenance of the physical network infrastructure, such as installation of network points for computer and phone devices.

Role Context

• Prompt response to request from supervisors,
• Neat and tidy installation work on cables,
• Adherence to IT policies and Procedures,
• Adherence to Safety, Health and Environment policies and Procedures,
• User satisfaction.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade 12

Job specific experience:

• 0 – 1 year’s relevant experience
• Basic Knowledge on usage of Hand tools and Electrical hand power tools.
• Basic Knowledge and usage of PVC pipes and cable basket wire ways for housing network cables.

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Purpose of Role

The role is responsible to installation and maintenance of the physical network infrastructure, such as installation of network points for computer and phone devices and installation of office and domestic electrical equipment. 

Role Context

• Supervision of Junior Network Artisan;
• Prompt response to requests from supervisors and reporting on tasks to supervisors;
• Neat and tidy installation work on cabling and civils;
• Neat and tidy installation work on industrial and domestic electrical installations.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade 12/ NQF Level 4;
• Microsoft Certified Associate (MTA);
• COMPTI A+;
• COMPTIA N+.

Job specific experience:

• Basic Knowledge on usage of Hand tools and Electrical hand power tools;
• Basic Knowledge and usage of PVC pipes and cable basket wire ways for housing network cables;
• Electrical Trade Knowledge: installation of industrial and domestic electrical technologies.

Closing Date: 26 June 2023

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Purpose of Role

The Rigid Dump Truck operator is responsible to operate the truck as per the manufacturer’s specifications. The operator will be required to reach his/her shift target safely and cost-effectively.

Role Context

• Reports to the Load and Haul Supervisor
• Responsible to fill and follow the pre – use Checklist.
• Take full care of the truck in terms of its cleanliness and tyre protection.
• Responsible for filling diesel
• Do the break test ramp at the start of shift or any time when the truck comes from the workshop.
• Reporting of faults to engineering and shift control.
• Follow the Standard Operating Procedures as per MHSA guidelines.
• Achieve the daily planned target of loads transported.
• Report hourly tons/BCM hauled to Shift Controller
• Look after the tyres by driving carefully and not driving on top of rocks on the haul road, tipping and loading areas. If such areas are experienced, the operator must call the Supervisor and the Controller to remove or fix such areas before hauling can continue. 
• Adhere to the Standard Operating Procedure at all times.
• Adhere to all company rules and regulations and MHSA.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade 12/ NQF Level 4

Job specific experience:

• Must pass both medical and dover tests
• Must be able to work shifts and also on all holidays
• 1-year mining experience in open cast mining will be an advantage
• Rigid Dump Truck Operator experience
• Competent in relevant unit standards
• Valid driving license code 08/14
• Should have excellent communication in English both verbally and written

Closing date: 3 July 2023

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Purpose of Role

The Safety Officer is responsible to ensure that all legal compliance requirements are met, as required by the Mine Health and Safety Act. Ensure and assure legal and other compliances to minimize risk, litigation exposure and adverse publicity. The day-to-day management and operation of activities within the designated area of responsibility

Role Context

• Ensure compliance with the provision of the MHSA
• Observe and enforce any codes of practices, any instructions, procedures, directives, permissions, exemptions by the mine
• Provide and maintain a working environment that is safe and without risk to the health of the employees within your area of responsibility
• Identify hazards and assess the related risks
• Report any contraventions
• In charge of the control and of the daily management of documents
• Responsible to ensure signed off documents, procedures & standards are scanned & kept in accordance with the mine’s document control SOP
• Inspect working places and machinery at intervals prescribed by the Regulations
• To report any threat or potential threat to the safety or health of any employee to the person in immediate charge of the working place or machinery in question
• Facilitate the investigation on any incident or accident
• Verify the implementation of corrective measures
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of the SHE Management System
• Ensure appropriate information is made available for management reviews
• Keep records safe and available for inspections
• Assist in conducting internal and external audits
• Assist in co-ordinating revisions, updating, approval, consultation and distribution of standard instructions, task procedures, Codes of Practice, rules, managerial instructions, risk assessments, exemptions, approvals, and permissions

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• National Diploma in Safety Management
• COMSOC 1 & 2
• Samtrac/SHEMTRAC or equivalent certificate
• Incident/Accident Investigation Training
• Legal Liability Training

Job specific experience:

• 3 years’ experience in Mining environment
• Basic Computer Literacy
• Medically Fit
• Valid Driver’s License (code 08)
• COMSOC
• NEBOSH or SAMTRAC
• Good knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act
• 2-5 years as a risk officer in the mining industry