Career Opportunities at CA Mining

Job Description:

Our client, a mining group, is seeking an Engineering Superintendent (Planning) who will supervise all Engineering staff and related activities within allocated Earthmoving Equipment Department. Ensure that maintenance and repairs of Earthmoving Equipment is timeously executed in accordance to set standards and within approved budget. To ensure that all Engineering and other related SOP’s are adhered to and maximize equipment availability to ultimately ensure that site production targets are met.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all Earthmoving Equipment within allocated section maintains at least 85% availability.
• Monitor availability, MTTR and MTBF statistics to ensure acceptable equipment performance against set targets.
• Develop, present and implement remedial action plans where required, to address underperformance.
• Ensure that all Engineering activities are pre-planned, scheduled, properly & timeously executed and conducted as per OEM guidelines and intervals for each machine type and model.
• Assist Artisans to perform diagnostics and troubleshooting to identify problems and resolve engineering malfunctions on equipment.
• Ensure that Artisans attend to all breakdowns or equipment malfunctions/failures reported with urgency and continuously update the Maintenance and Production Managers on repair progress and expected work completion timelines.
• Conduct frequent over-inspections of work done by artisans and assistants to ensure that work is executed to high standards.
• Ensure that no equipment leaves the workshop or repair area in a poor state and that lubricants are re-filled to appropriate levels before re-starting of equipment.  
• Ensure compliance with all client/company SOP’s, Policies, procedures, provisions and stipulations of the MHSA.
• Ensure that allocated section budget is adhered to and behave in a cost- conscious manner at all times.
• Investigate premature component failures in conjunction with the Section Engineering and Snr. Maintenance Manager to perform root cause analysis.
• Develop, propose and implement cost saving initiatives.
• Act as mentor for allocated section. Identify and propose training interventions and programs to Snr. Maintenance Manager to ensure that Artisans and Assistants are developed in terms of set IDP’s.
• Develop and implement a succession plan for Dept.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Qualified Mechanical Engineer (N. Dip or Degree) with at least 3-5 years related post-graduation experience or alternatively Qualified Artisan (Section 13 “Red Seal” or Section 26 D) with at least 8-10 years’ post qualification experience as Artisan of which 3-5 years must be in a supervisory level role.
• Valid driver’s license and clean criminal record.
• Excellent knowledge of heavy earthmoving equipment fleet maintenance, repairs and diagnostics within an open cast mining environment
• Excellent people (supervisory) and administration skills (including computer skills; MS Office, Pragma/Asset management system).
• Good knowledge of MHSA & applicable Labour legislation (BCEA, LRA)
• Financial/numerical acumen & presentation skills
• High level of energy and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a General Manager who will lead the Business Unit Teams in the safe and cost-effective execution of all production and maintenance processes ensuring high quality finished products (coal) for export market.

Responsibilities:

• Implement operational strategy.
• Drive alignment in support of business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement in support of service delivery.
• Maintain a high-performance culture at the mining / wash plant operations through regular coaching, mentoring and performance improvement initiatives.
• Encourage and build individual and team “commitment and competence” levels.
• Drive sustainable growth in revenue and profitability as a key operational output.
• Ensure improved business efficiencies across the mining value chain.
• Ensure alignment to company policies and procedures.
• Evaluate performance by analysing and interpreting data and metrics.
• Provide accurate statistics and trend analysis of the CPP operations.
• Provide service delivery, escalations metrics and reporting to the lead team.
• Ensure an enabling climate/culture.
• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• 10 years’ relevant experience, preferably 5 years’ managerial experience.
• Degree or National Diploma in Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering / Mineral Processing
• Working knowledge and experience of the Metallurgy / Coal Preparation Plant (CPP)
• South African citizens are encouraged to apply.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client, a mining group, is seeking an Engineering Superintendent (Auxiliary) who will supervise all Engineering staff and related activities within allocated Earthmoving Equipment Department. Ensure that maintenance and repairs of Earthmoving Equipment is timeously executed in accordance to set standards and within approved budget. To ensure that all Engineering and other related SOP’s are adhered to and maximize equipment availability to ultimately ensure that site production targets are met.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all Earthmoving Equipment within allocated section maintains at least 85% availability.
• Monitor availability, MTTR and MTBF statistics to ensure acceptable equipment performance against set targets.
• Develop, present and implement remedial action plans where required, to address underperformance.
• Ensure that all Engineering activities are pre-planned, scheduled, properly & timeously executed and conducted as per OEM guidelines and intervals for each machine type and model.
• Assist Artisans to perform diagnostics and troubleshooting to identify problems and resolve engineering malfunctions on equipment.
• Ensure that Artisans attend to all breakdowns or equipment malfunctions/failures reported with urgency and continuously update the Maintenance and Production Managers on repair progress and expected work completion timelines.
• Conduct frequent over-inspections of work done by artisans and assistants to ensure that work is executed to high standards.
• Ensure that no equipment leaves the workshop or repair area in a poor state and that lubricants are re-filled to appropriate levels before re-starting of equipment.  
• Ensure compliance with all client/company SOP’s, Policies, procedures, provisions and stipulations of the MHSA.
• Ensure that allocated section budget is adhered to and behave in a cost- conscious manner at all times.
• Investigate premature component failures in conjunction with the Section Engineering and Snr. Maintenance Manager to perform root cause analysis.
• Develop, propose and implement cost saving initiatives.
• Act as mentor for allocated section. Identify and propose training interventions and programs to Snr. Maintenance Manager to ensure that Artisans and Assistants are developed in terms of set IDP’s.
• Develop and implement a succession plan for Dept.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Qualified Mechanical Engineer (N. Dip or Degree) with at least 3-5 years related post-graduation experience or alternatively Qualified Artisan (Section 13 “Red Seal” or Section 26 D) with at least 8-10 years’ post qualification experience as Artisan of which 3-5 years must be in a supervisory level role.
• Valid driver’s license and clean criminal record.
• Excellent knowledge of heavy earthmoving equipment fleet maintenance, repairs and diagnostics within an open cast mining environment
• Excellent people (supervisory) and administration skills (including computer skills; MS Office, Pragma/Asset management system).
• Good knowledge of MHSA & applicable Labour legislation (BCEA, LRA)
• Financial/numerical acumen & presentation skills
• High level of energy and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a SHE Manager who will generate, implement and manage systems, processes and procedures related to applicable Safety, Health and Environmental legislation and to ensure that all activities conducted on site are executed in compliance with set SOP’s, policies and legislation. The incumbent will Lead SHE team and act as SHE Custodian and Advisor on site. Compile and present SHE reports and monitor trends and statistics.

Responsibilities:

• Manage SHE Function and designated Team on site and ensure that subordinates are aligned with Department goals, action plans and deliverables.
• Communicate SHE values, raise awareness and establish a safe work culture on site.
• Manage, develop and implement strategies, processes and systems to address hazards, risks and promote Safety, Health and Environmental controls on site in line with provisions & regulations of Client and Company S.O.P’s, policies and the Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Develop/revise and implement SHE policies and procedures, as required.
• Act as Advisor on all SHE related matters and SHE representative on behalf of the Company during meetings, investigations, or visits from external shareholders (including Client and DMR).
• Conduct frequent audits and inspections to ensure that all activities conducted are compliant to SHE Legislation and applicable policies and procedures.
• Investigate and address all SHE related matters (non-compliance, risks, incidents) reported.
• Compile professional reports and communicate findings and remedial actions to line managers and relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct follow up inspections to ensure that audit findings and prescribed remedial actions or measures have been implemented.
• Ensure that Risk assessments, P.T.O’s, Safe declarations and other related procedural documents are implemented, properly completed and filed as per SHE System protocol.
• Generate, propose and implement (once approved) a site based Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) policy and matrix.
• Monitor P.P.E stock levels in conjunction with the Supply Chain Team and ensure that adequate levels are maintained as per approved budget and policy.
• Ensure that task appropriate P.P.E is issued and that P.P.E is properly used as per prescribed S.O.P’s.
• Review all SHE systems and procedures frequently to assess effectiveness and efficiency.
• Generate accurate information and statistics to monitor SHE trends.
• Monitor Root Cause risks continuously and ensure that interventions implemented are effective in adequately limiting or cancelling the risk of future re-occurrences of incidents.
• Ensure that site LTIFR and AIFR remains above target.
• Ensure that all legally required Structures and Committees are established on site and properly functioning.
• Ensure to obtain and maintain all applicable SHE certification and accreditation as per requirements. Conduct frequent inspection to ensure that certificates are renewed before expiry.
• Monitor time spent by subordinates on the mine and ensure compliance with legal attendance parameters.
• Manage discipline and initiate disciplinary action in line with applicable disciplinary procedures, where required.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• At least 8 years’ SHE Management experience in an opencast mining environment of which at least 3-5 years must be as SHE Manager carrying a 2.17.1 Legal appointment and overseeing SHE Officers.
• Grade 12 completed.
• National Diploma in Safety Management with B. Tech (preferred).
• COMSOC 1 & 2 or alternatively SAMTRAC completed (compulsory).
• MHSA/OHASA Legal Liability training certification (compulsory).
• ISO certification in System Auditing or integrated internal auditing will be advantageous.
• Fire awareness training completed.
• HIRA Training completed.
• High level of computer competency (MS Office) and numerically orientated.
• Valid code EB Drivers’ license.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is in search of a Senior Explosives Engineer from an underground blasting background in the mining industry to join their team on site in Limpopo.

Responsibilities:

• Driving the implementation and development of new blasting technology and methodology on site.
• Ensuring safe and effective product and service implementation.
• Risk management and mitigation.
• Stakeholder engagement and ensuring effective communication at all levels.
• Forecasting and inventory control.
• Blasting design, data management and supervising blasting activity.
• Providing technical expertise in troubleshooting and equipment maintenance.
• Reporting and KPI management.
• Managing and developing customer relationship.
• Continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring site safety requirements are adhered to and actively promoted.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Mining Engineering Degree or similar technical qualification.
• Blasting certificate.
• Explosives Engineering diploma.
• 5 years previous experience in an Explosives Engineer role within underground mining environments.
• 3 years’ experience in Site Supervisor or more senior level positions.
• Competent with general drill & blast designs and able to undertake complex blast designs and troubleshoot customer queries.
• Competent in pre and post blast measurement and assessment techniques.
• Previous experience providing mentoring and training across various levels.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Plant Manager to report directly to the MD and who will be responsible for the production of the plant and to oversee all daily operations of the plant, ensuring policies and procedures are followed and developing processes that will maximize safety, quality and productivity.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, manage, and run day-to-day operations of metallurgic processes. 
• Production output, product quality and on-time deliveries.
• Manage budget and forecasts including stock levels of raw materials, final products, and consumables to ensure optimal plant productivity.
• Lead production, maintenance, HSE, laboratory, QC and HR managers to achieve monthly targets, while mentoring and leading the team to ensure smooth operations and cost-effective performances.
• Ensure that Health Safety and Environmental requirements and all Acts and Regulations are followed.
• Implement technical best practices, standard policies, and procedures in alignment with company’s directives.
• Develop a trusting relationship with workgroup. Coach individuals and teams to meet targets.
• Ensure that routine maintenance plans and services requirements are in place.
• Elaborate and conduct an agenda of technical and instruction meetings.
• Collect and analyze data to improve places of waste or overtime.
• Systematically run PDCA or RCA methods.
• Optimize systems and processes to improve productivity, metrics, and performance targets.
• Address employees’ issues or grievances.
• Ensure an effective interface between departments and with clients in terms of set IDP’s.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Proven experience as a Plant Manager
• Minimum 10 years of experience, desirably in mining or smelting industries.
• Adequate knowledge of management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Valid Driver’s License
• Familiarity with materials handling standard equipment and technical expertise.
• Be knowledgeable of financials, costing, safety, quality, productivity, and inventory analysis.
• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example.
• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Pit Superintendent who will manage all Load & Haul related activities on site and per shift in conjunction with the Production Manager. The incumbent will work to achieve production and safety targets with the best levels of efficiency and effectiveness, abiding by all the procedures and standards set within the company and/ or applicable to the project. Furthermore, the incumbent will ensure that all Production, Load & Haul and other related SOP’s are adhered to and maximize equipment utilization to ultimately ensure that site production targets are consistently met.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Load & Haul activities and allocated personnel (Production Foremen and Equipment Operators) on Shift to ensure that all Production and other related SOP’s are adhered to.
• Manage allocated subordinates/teams on shift to maximize equipment utilization and ensure that hourly, daily, weekly and monthly production and utilization targets are consistently achieved or exceeded.
• Coordinate mining equipment and personnel activities (Take general charge of the overall Load & Haul Operation in collaboration with the Pit Superintendent Drill & Blast and Production Manager).
• Ensure that all required Risk Assessments are available and discussed with Shifts before commencement of work.
• Monitor pit stability and declare areas safe prior to operations.
• Ensure that floor levels are maintained and that equipment is not exposed to risk of damage.
• Inspect and ensure that physical conditions are conducive to effective production rates.
• Manage mining procedures according to standard operating procedures and legal requirements.
• Provide solutions to ensure effective drilling and production process flow.
• Optimize equipment utilization to maximize output and minimize expenditure.
• Manage and optimize secondary equipment to ensure achievement of production targets.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with SHE standards.
• Ensure effective Communication on Site.
• Proactively report progress of production targets to line manager.
• Manage discipline and initiate disciplinary action in line with applicable disciplinary procedures, where required.
• Ensure that Operators are well trained and declared competent in terms of the Standard Operating Procedures.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• At least 8 years’ Load & Haul experience in an opencast mining environment
• 3-5 years must be in a similar role carrying a 2.9.2 legal appointment and overseeing Production Foremen/ Supervisors.
• Mining Degree or National Diploma in Mining Engineering (Advantageous)
• Grade 12 / Matric mandatory
• Surface / Opencast blasting certificate.
• Competency A training
• Code EB Driver’s license
• Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Control Training (HIRAC)
• Must have successfully completed Strata Control 2 course.
• Good computer competency (MS Office) and numerically orientated.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Pit Superintendent who will manage all drilling and blasting related activities on site to achieve production and safety targets with the best levels of efficiency and effectiveness, abiding by all the procedures and standards set within the company. The incumbent will ensure that all Production, Drilling and other related SOP’s are adhered to and maximize allocated equipment utilization to ultimately ensure that site production targets are met.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Drill & Blast activities and allocated personnel (Foremen and Drill Rig Operators) on Shift to ensure that all Production, Drilling and other related SOP’s are adhered to.
• Manage allocated subordinates/teams and sub-contractor on shift to maximize equipment utilization and ensure that hourly, daily, weekly and monthly set Drilling meter and Drill Rig utilization targets are consistently achieved or exceeded.
• Coordinate mining equipment and personnel activities (Take general charge of the overall drilling operation in collaboration with the Pit Superintendent: Load & Haul).
• Ensure that Drilling plans are available and communicated to the Drilling Team at the commencement of each shift.
• Ensure that all required Risk Assessments are available and discussed with Shifts before commencement of work.
• Monitor pit stability and declare areas safe prior to operations.
• Ensure that floor levels are maintained and ensure that Equipment is not exposed to damage.
• Inspect and ensure that physical conditions are conducive to effective production rates.
• Manage mining procedures according to standard operating procedures and legal requirements.
• Provide solutions to ensure effective drilling and production process flow.
• Optimize equipment utilization to maximize output and minimize expenditure.
• Manage and optimize secondary equipment to ensure achievement of production targets.
• Liaise with Blasting Service Provider and the Client in terms of all blasting activities and Blasting Plan.
• Assess powder factors and investigate/monitor blasting fragmentation; implement plans and techniques to improve blasting results.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with SHE standards.
• Ensure effective Communication on Site.
• Manage discipline and initiate disciplinary action in line with applicable disciplinary procedures, where required.
• Ensure that Operators are well trained and declared competent in terms of the Standard Operating Procedures.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• At least 8 years’ Drilling experience in an opencast mining environment of which at least 3-5 years must be in a similar role carrying a 2.9.2 legal appointment and overseeing Drilling Foremen/ Supervisors.
• Mining Degree or National Diploma in Mining Engineering (Advantageous).
• Grade 12.
• Surface / Opencast blasting certificate.
• Competency A training.
• Code EB Driver’s license.
• Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Control Training (HIRAC).
• Must have successfully completed Strata Control 2 course.
• Good computer competency (MS Office) and numerically orientated.
• South African Citizens are encouraged to apply

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Customer Support Technician who will be responsible for proactively working individually and as part of a team to assemble and commission the complete range of the company’s Projects and Products as directed by the Service Superintendent.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Service Superintendent to build a strong competency in, and ability to adapt to, a range of breakdown situations that will be encountered when servicing or maintaining the company’s range of supplied equipment.
• The commissioning, repair, maintenance and monitoring of the company suite of technologies at mine sites.
• Training of mine site personnel in the effective utilization of company suite of technologies.
• Fault finding skills coupled with the ability to efficiently resolve problems in a manner appropriate to the particular situation, is a large part of this role.
• Ensure all issued Technical Bulletins have been implemented, or, coordinate information to site ensure the necessary follow up is conducted.
• Complete service module information update and check (hours of operation, hammer fires, scheduling of next service).
• Ensure spare parts required on site for upcoming trips are in progress and on time.
• Work with warehouse dispatch personnel to expedite if required.
• While on site, proactively ensure the customer’s needs are met.
• Provide assistance to the customer warehouse function to audit/identify spares stock at the site warehouse if requested by the customer.
• Working as an integral part of company’s Services & Site Maintenance team in a professional, proactive manner so as to ensure feedback and follow up to the customer occurs in a timely manner.
• Ensure the timely completion of timesheets, expenses and other administrative paperwork.
• In conjunction with the Service Superintendent, respond to existing customer requests for the sale of spare parts.
• In conjunction with the Service Superintendent, co-ordinate with company the supply and delivery of these spare parts.
• At the direction of the Service Superintendent provide some sales support to company’s customer base.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Journeyman Mechanic, Journeyman Crane Technician, Journeyman Diesel Technician or similar trade qualification.
• Tertiary qualification in engineering or a mining industry related discipline would be well regarded however.
• Knowledge of and a wide range of contacts within the hard rock mining industry.
• Knowledge of and experience with the maintenance programs of grinding mills, and in particular relining.
• Effective time management to ensure sufficient and effective customer contact, particularly in regard to the company’s global market.
• The ability to undergo and satisfy all site requirements with respect to health/medical requirements and the provision of personal records as required by individual customer sites.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Sales Engineer – Crushing to be a part of their team in Mpumalanga.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all company Machine sales in the specific territory.
• Develops and executes plans for their territory to achieve market share objectives and growth plans.
• Manage and develop new customers, while maintaining existing sales within assigned customers and a given sales territory.
• Works with the customer to fully understand the need and recommends specific standard or modified machine best suited for customer's use.
• Review daily sales reports.
• Review monthly the best monitoring sales report with management to determine if goals and objectives are being met.
• Be knowledgeable about the company product, crushing & screening industry, and competition products.
• Existing customer base in the crushing & screening industry.
• Monitors competition by gathering current marketplace information on pricing & product offering.
• Resolves customer complaints by investigating problems, developing solutions, preparing reports, and making recommendations to management.
• Knowledgeable in Agflow or similar program.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Minimum 5-10 years sales experience in the Crushing and Screening industry.
• Highly motivated and target driven with a proven track record in sales.
• Excellent selling, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to the audience needs.
• Relationship management skills and openness to feedback.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite.
• South African Citizens are encouraged to apply

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a HR Superintendent who will identify and provide the company with relevant Human Resource interventions which will assist the organisation to attain its objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the recruitment process in line with the Recruitment Procedure.
• Provide company with benchmarked recruitment processes and procedure documentation.
• Manage and represent the company on all IR issues.
• Manage the Industrial Relations Climate.
• Manage the Disciplinary/Grievance Process.
• Provide the company with benchmarked IR policies, processes and procedure documentation.
• Ensure efficient application of all company IR policies Standards.
• Co-ordinate development of IR Learning Materials and present training courses.
• Liaise with External Arbitrators during disputes.
• Implement the HR Resource Library.
• Manage subordinates, including training and development of the HR team.
• Compile and control the budget.
• Drive achievement of HR Key Performance Indicators and implementation of HR Strategies
• Report on KPI’s and strategy implementation.
• Design, implement and maintain talent management initiatives.
• Implement the system to assist line in managing attendance and absenteeism in line with KPI’s.
• Ensure that all positions are graded and have a valid job profile.
• Provide the company with benchmarked remuneration processes and procedure documentation.
• Manage maintenance of departmental and company organograms
• Implement Succession Planning initiatives.
• Manage & Implement initiatives to reduce Labour turnover.
• Demonstrate and apply an understanding of all applicable HR and HRD Legislations eg: Basic Conditions of Employment Act (Act 75 of 1997) and  Skills Development Act.
• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• 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.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• 6 years relevant experience in a mining/metal recovery environment.
• 2 years managerial experience.
• Relevant Degree or National Diploma in Human Resources / Industrial Psychology / Industrial Relations etc.
• Excellent knowledge and experience regarding productivity improvement, succession planning, talent management and training and development.
• Hands-on experience regarding basic human resource functions such as recruiting, labour planning and costing, remuneration and employee benefits.
• Knowledge of SAP Systems & MS Office will be advantageous.
• South African Citizens are encouraged to apply

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client, a mining service provider, is seeking an Export Part Sales Administrator who will play a vital role in the receiving and placing / expediting of Client / Dealer orders for the full range of company products.

Responsibilities:

• Promote total customer / Dealer satisfaction internally and externally through providing professional services and prompt query resolution.
• Develop positive relationships with Customers / Dealers and provide professional service and support to these customers / Dealers.
• Ensure all enquiries and sales orders from customers / Dealers are received and processed within agreed timescales and logging these correctly onto the relevant electronic systems.
• Responsible for maintaining Region customer / Dealer data and matters dealing with the relationship on CRM for current and new clients.
• Undertakes competitor analysis, monitor market trends and recommend actions to be taken.
• Analyse customer / Dealer spend versus number of machines in operation for each Region.
• Establish reasons for lost quotations.
• Arranging for dispatch of orders along with correct documentation in liaison with Stores & Logistics.
• Preparing Sales and Backorder reports.
• Analysing GPs in order to obtain an understanding of OFI initiatives that can be implemented to achieve the required Price Group margin targets.
• Raising OFIs in response to customer concerns and ensuring that the matter is followed through.
• Providing input in exports contracts in terms of incoterms, payment approach and other relevant clauses.
• Understanding customer needs and identifying sales opportunities.
• Upselling and qualifying new leads.
• Closing sales and achieving sales targets.
• Export Parts Administrator with at least 3 years' experience in an Export environment.
• Grade 12 certification.
• Knowledge of INCOTERMS / Exports sales environment & relevant documentation.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office & CRM.
• Microsoft Dynamics AX.
• Fluency in both English and Afrikaans.
• A sound working knowledge of mechanical drawings pertaining to part numbers and bills of material.

go to method of application »

Our client is seeking an Electrical Foreman who will be responsible for ensuring that legal compliance is enforced, provide direction in terms of all engineering aspects, and enforce implemented engineering strategies and policies whilst ensuring effective asset management for the department.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure critical daily maintenance tasks are allocated to artisans and safely executed.
• Ensure that shutdown activities are, planned, scheduled and executed as per plan.
• Continuous improvement of asset care management.
• To give direction to artisans and contractors in ensuring that the necessary resources are allocated to meet Departmental requirements.
• To ensure that cost effective and value-added solutions are in place to meet customer needs.
• To deliver all the requirements of Company policies in particular those designed to improve People Performance and Engagement.
• Assisting Manager to ensure health and safety of employees it is taken care of.
• Risk rank all tasks issued to employees, and ensuring that their training is adequate for task to be done.
• Demonstrate good ability to institute systems to do PTO which will display level of competency of their team.
• Have skill matrix generated for each artisan and put controls in place to bridge the gap were there are shortfalls.
• Solve technical related problems.
• To ensure Health Safety and Environment compliance as per OHSA.
• Implement and enforce all relevant Engineering SHE policies, procedure, and practices.
• Implement recommendation and remedial measures from internal and external SHE related incidents to prevent any repeat.
• Best practices in line with ISO 14001 and OHSAS, 18001 standards.
• Enforce and lead the overall planned maintenance strategy compliance.
• Identify and implement engineering best practice.
• Compile and directly control the working cost budget for engineering activities.
• Ensure that capital projects are facilitated within the area of responsibility.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• N6 National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• S4 Diploma in Electrical Engineering (advantageous).
• Relevant Technical Qualifications (i.e. Engineering Trade certificate electrical or millwright).
• Must have gone through an apprenticeship or graduate in training program.
• Legal Liability certificate (advantageous).

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Project Coordinator who will administrate and coordinate renewable projects (solar, wind, biomass and hydro) according to the requirements of the applicable Company quality procedures and stipulations of project agreements.

Responsibilities:

• Use reasonable endeavours to remain abreast with market and technological developments and to identify new technologies that may contribute towards the development of the Business and improvements in the Company.
• Demonstrate ethics and professionalism at all times.
• Ensuring overall compliance to all the internal policy and procedures of the Company, including compliance with Corporate ESMS (Environmental, Social, Management System), IFC Standards and Equator Principles.
• Immediately disclose to the Employer any information which comes to their knowledge and which does, or may, lead to them not being lawfully able to perform their duties or responsibilities.
• Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and information in support of the Project Manager and Head of PPCM.
• Liaise with relevant teams to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives.
• Help prepare budgets.
• Support the Project Manager or Head of PPCM in overseeing project procurement management.
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all the team.
• Work with the Project Manager or Head of PPCM to eliminate blockers.
• Use tools to monitor working hours, plans and expenditures.
• Issue all appropriate legal paperwork (e.g. contracts and terms of agreement).
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports within the applicable document management system and Company procedures.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• BSc in Business Administration or similar is preferred.
• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Proven work experience as a Project Coordinator or similar role.
• Experience in project management, from conception to delivery advantageous.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an IMS Specialist who will support the IMS Manager and the Sustainable Investments (SI) Team in the development, implementation and maintenance of management systems, including the Integrated Management System (IMS), and project-specific Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMSs).

Responsibilities:

• Project site due diligence and assurance, including site visits across South Africa, and Africa more broadly, to ensure bankability, and compliance to the company management system.
• Development and maintenance of project specific risk registers and ESMSs.
• Reviewing project and contractor documentation to ensure compliance to project ESMS requirements.
• Identify opportunities for improvement to enhance efficiency and continually improve on the management system.
• Assist in the drafting of new procedures and revising existing procedures.
• Internal audits of projects sites on the project ESMS and ESMP (including health, safety, social and environment)
• Coordinating external audits of project sites on the project ESMS, ESMP (including environmental, health, safety, and social compliance).
• Training and coaching of colleagues on system requirements and benefits.
• Internal audits of the company management system in terms of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 55001, in consultation with the IMS Manager.
• All of the above shall be in consultation with, and at the discretion of the IMS Manager.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• At least five (5) to eight (8) years in management system and process development and implementation (ISO and/or IFC standards).
• Post-graduate qualification in the fields of risk management, environmental management, health and safety management, or similar.
• Consulting in the fields of environmental, health and safety, and/or social management.
• Environmental legal compliance (advantageous).
• Experience in construction and renewable energy projects (advantageous).

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an IMS Controller who will support the IMS Manager and the Sustainable Investments (SI) Team in the administration, development, implementation and maintenance of management systems, including the company Integrated Management System (IMS), and project-specific Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMSs).

Responsibilities:

• Administration of the company management system.
• Internal audits of the company Management System in terms of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 55001, in consultation with the IMS Manager.
• Identify opportunities for improvement to enhance efficiency and continually improve on the IMS.
• Assist in the drafting of new procedures and revising existing procedures.
• Assisting with project site due diligence and assurance, including site visits across South Africa, and Africa more broadly, to ensure bankability, and compliance to the company management system.
• Development and maintenance of project specific risk registers and ESMSs.
• Reviewing project and contractor documentation to ensure compliance to project ESMS requirements.
• Internal Audits of projects sites on the project ESMS and ESMP (including health, safety, social and environment).
• Training and coaching of colleagues on system requirements and benefits.
• All of the above shall be in consultation with, and at the discretion of the IMS Manager.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• At least two (2) to five (5) years in management system and process development and implementation (ISO and/or IFC standards).
• Qualification in the fields of risk management, environmental management, health and safety management, or similar.
• Experience in construction and renewable energy projects (advantageous).
• Environmental legal compliance (advantageous).

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our mining services client is seeking an HR Manager who will develop and execute a People and Leadership strategy and action plan in the region/entity to maximize business performance and results.

Responsibilities:

• Drive a clear People and Leadership agenda that is in the forefront of the organization.
• Drive a performance culture and continuous improvement.
• Attract, select and develop the best talent in the region to build high performing teams.
• Ensure that we have a strong pipeline of internal talent performing in their current roles and capable and motivated to develop into new roles in the company.
• Strengthen leadership to make sure we have leaders who actively work with People Management in order to create lasting results.
• Ensure a lean and agile organizational design with the skills needed now and in the future.
• Promote a learning culture with continuous development and growth.
• Actively promote OneHR through collaborate in a team of HR resources from both the region and from CoE with the aim to deliver a great employee and manager experience.
• Drive Change management approach when needed.
• Set and drive a compensation and benefits strategy including driving the regional pay adjustments and yearly performance calibrations.
• Safeguard labor relations.
• Alignment of policies, processes etc. with Regional HR Managers/HR Managers colleagues.
• Be a role-model for the digital and data-driven way of working.
• Lead in diversity and inclusion across the region/entity.
• Responsibility for SHE within the organization.
• Drive internal communications with a focus on employee engagement.
• Reports to GM and take an active part of the management team and responsible for a team of HR BP where applicable.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in broad HR roles, minimum 5 of those years in a comparable HR management role. HR management experience on senior level, knowledge of local HR standards, procedures and legal related topics.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, Business Administration or Behavioral Science.
• Fluency in English, both in speech and writing is a key requirement.
• Experience of working with SuccessFactors or other cloud-based HR systems is highly desirable.
• Experience aligning global HR strategies and goals with local HR plans and standards.
• Experience working with councils and legal matters.
• Experience of HR transformation initiatives including digitalization and automation.
• Knowledge in agile methods and tools like Teams.
• Outstanding leadership and change management skills to significantly strengthen the HR teams
• Superior communication and presentation skills
• Ability to build relationships and trust and inspire different stakeholders
• Self- starter and innovator

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client is a leading mining services provider in Africa, looking for a Production Manager with open pit mining experience to lead the production teams (Drill and Blast, Load and Haul) of an operation located in the Northern Cape.

Responsibilities:

• Report into the Contracts Manager
• Responsible for effective Stakeholder engagement
• Provide leadership towards achieving challenging production and safety targets.
• Oversee and manage operation SHEQ.
• Production, haul road maintenance & management
• Responsible for efficient Drilling & Blasting, and Load & Haul practices
• Responsible for Engineering & Maintenance (in conjunction with the Engineer)
• Responsible for mine planning and scheduling, always adhere to mine plan.
• Responsible for achieving production targets within set budgets.
• Labor coordination and management
• Regular production and technical reporting

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Recognized Mining or Civil Engineering Degree/ Diploma
• Proven record in carrying legal appointment 2.6.1
• More than 10 years open pit production management experience.
• 5 years’ experience within a management capacity
• South African Citizens are encouraged to apply.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client, a well-established global consulting firm with 100 years of industry experience, specializing in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower, and Water Resources is looking for a seasoned Tailings Engineer to join their company. In this position, you will be part of a dynamic geotechnical engineering team with responsibility for directing and reviewing technical activities and products related to geotechnical work. You will plan and participate in geotechnical site investigations, interpret data, conduct geotechnical analysis, prepare detailed designs, provide technical support during construction and produce comprehensive reports. The main project focus will be on tailings dams with occasional inclusions of water dams, heap leach pads, mine waste rock dumps, loaded structural foundations and earthworks in the mining and renewable energy sectors.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and review the integration of technical activities and products related to geotechnical work
• Plan and participate in geotechnical site investigation/laboratory testing programs
• Interpret in-situ data and analyze laboratory test results to determine soil characteristics
• Perform geotechnical analysis and designs or make recommendations for project components
• Develop clear and concise reports for clients
• Provide technical review of study reports, drawings, and specifications
• Review project information to determine the approach and work required
• Mentor and develop less experienced staff
• Act as a client liaison and develop relationships with client representatives
• Investigate, assess, and secure assignments in the mining, water resources, and hydropower sectors
• Provide contributions to the company's overall marketing strategy

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in geotechnical engineering
• 10 to 15 years of experience in design and construction of tailings facilities
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE)
• Proficiency in MS Office and slope stability programs (e.g., GeoStudio and/or RocScience) required
• Familiarity with gINT, FLAC or PLAXIS, and other latest geotechnical design software strongly preferred
• Knowledge of Civil 3D is an asset

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Employment Opportunity
• Competitive Package and Benefits
• Hybrid Working Model (working 2 days in office 3 at home)
• Cell & Data allowances
• Annual Performance Incentives
• International Exposure (Travel and Projects)
• Career growth and development opportunities

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client, an EPCM, is seeking a Process Manager to strategically drive leadership of the companies’ Process team. This Cape Town based leadership role will lead and continue to develop the Process group to world class standard in all areas of Minerals Processing.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the management of process design for feasibility studies and EPCM briefs.
• Coordinate Process Group resources to allocate the most suitable resources for the delivery of studies and projects.
• Manage the work allocation in conjunction with the respective Group Managers
• Oversee Process Group technical and quality excellence.
• Assist with Business Development where required.
• Development of company knowhow and expertise.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Tertiary Qualification as a Metallurgist, Chemical Engineer or Process Engineer.
• Demonstrated success in business leadership as an EPCM leader of a Process function.
• Minimum 20 years of combined operations/commissioning and engineering design experience.
• Able and Willing to travel on assignments of up to 6-week cycles when commissioning process plants.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client, an EPCM, is seeking an Engineer Manager, to report to the MD, who is accountable to manage and direct the Engineering Group to produce outputs that are fit for purpose, in alignment with customer requirements and organisation objectives, and produced in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the consistent quality of output of the Engineering Group, including alignment with the needs of the Company, client regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Develop and maintain the technical competence and reputation of the Engineering Group to consistently meet the technical requirements of projects, studies and the Company Strategic development plans.
• Develop engineering work opportunities for the Engineering Group in accordance with the Company’s strategic plans.
• Develop and maintain the various design standards, specifications and procedures necessary to enable all design teams to work efficiently and maintain a reasonably consistent approach and a high standard of work across all projects and studies.
• Assess the suitability of staff and identify the key resources for specific projects / studies and to allocate such resources accordingly and in consideration of scheduling requirements for overlapping projects and studies.
• Monitor the progress and performance of project design teams and give input, feedback and support where necessary.
• Implement, audit and update procedures and work instructions applicable to the Engineering Group activities to improve the quality of Engineering deliverables and the efficiency of their production.
• Manage the professional development of core engineering personnel through establishing appropriate internal training / development programmes and identifying / recommending relevant external programmes.
• Manage the application and continuous improvement of systems used to support the outputs of the Engineering Group.
• Develop and maintain up-to-date records of relevant engineering reference material to assist in the continuous improvement of engineering performance and efficiency.
• Provide technical support and input to proposals, customer presentations, and other marketing / business development activities.
• Prepare design scope, budget and schedule for written proposals.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• University Degree in Engineering
• Member, in good standing, of ECSA
• At least 15 years’ experience in various aspects of mineral processing and related industries
• Knowledge & Understanding of Financial Controls and Requirements.
• Knowledge & Understanding of HSE
• Demonstrate business acumen with the ability to adapt to different business environments.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client, an EPCM, is seeking a buyer, to report to the Procurement & Logistics Manager, who will be responsible for purchasing, expediting, transport logistics, freight schedules, maintaining procedures and information reporting for allocated purchasing.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all dealings with clients, suppliers, manufacturers and freight company personnel professionally, ethically and efficiently, to ensure the highest possible service levels.
• Communicate openly, professionally, ethically and efficiently at all times with all internal customers to ensure that the highest customer service level is achieved.
• Adhere to the various project specific and company procedures, work practices, plans, systems and protocols required to work efficiently, and maintain a consistent approach and high standard of work.
• Responsible and accountable for all expediting and logistics functions as directed by the Procurement & Logistics Manager or Senior Buyer/Procurement Officer.
• Ensure all assigned purchasing processes are followed strictly in accordance with documented and authorised company procedures.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Qualification in a purchasing discipline preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in purchasing, expediting, transport and logistics disciplines, in mining, minerals, engineering, or construction industries.
• Projects experience with demonstrable procurement, purchasing, expediting, cost control, and transport and logistics knowledge.
• A sound knowledge of international and local purchasing practices; local tendering and contract laws regulations and practices; freight laws, regulations and practices together with domestic transporting practices and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability and experience with Microsoft Office.
• Strong negotiating skills.
• Solid technical aptitude, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to own and prioritise.

go to method of application »

Job Description:

Our client, an EPCM, is seeking a Contracts Administrator, to report to the Contracts Manager / Project Services Manager, who will be responsible for providing support in the maintenance of contracts and consultancy service agreements for individual projects being implemented.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the administration of contracts and service agreements.
• Expediting of contract deliverables.
• Assist in maintaining the contracts register.
• Assist in maintaining a register of site instructions.
• Assist in maintaining a register and working file of variations from contractors, vendors and sub consultants or as required.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Undergraduate qualification in commerce, business or related areas desirable.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in the contracts area.
• Previous experience working on a remote site / location.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision with a consistently high degree of accuracy and producing a high quality of deliverables.