Minopex was established in 1996 in response to a growing need in the mining industry for contract operations. Today, Minopex is seen as a leader in contract operation and maintenance, operating facilities at major mines in several countries. Contract operation and maintenance is the new paradigm for mineral processing through the world as companies look f...
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Qualification Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4
- Valid Section 13 / Section 26 (D) Trade Test Certificate required.
- Valid driver’s license code B, EB or C1
- Own transport to attend to call outs
Experience and Skills Requirements
- A minimum of 4-5 years’ experience as a qualified Fitter in a mineral processing plant or similar environment is required.
- English language proficiency
- Time management skills
Duties and Responsibilities
- Investigate, diagnose and perform trade related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to maintenance requirements, standards and specifications
- Perform daily inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, operational and Company standards and report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the Supervisor
- Develop, modify, construct and install all types of trade related equipment required for the safe operation of all engineering equipment
- Ensure that all installations and equipment are safe and in good working order after task completion
- Continuously monitor equipment failure and efficiency to improve trade specific equipment and systems
- Consult with production teams on maintenance activities that affect production
- Support the achievement of engineering availability and production performance levels
- Ensure that maintenance related information is recorded and reported timeously to the planning office to support the maintenance planning / asset maintenance system
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Duties and Responsibilities
- Investigate and diagnose problems and breakdowns to determine resource requirements and order spares according to Company procedures.
- Analyse breakdowns through root cause analysis and implement preventative measures on findings.
- Over-inspect subordinates in their daily activities to ensure maintenance according to organisational standards and maintenance requirements.
- Co-ordinate and monitor equipment availability to ensure adherence to production parameters.
- Continuously analyse equipment efficiencies to recommend or implement improvements and changes to maximise operations.
- Communicate equipment information and changes to relevant stakeholders to minimise production delays.
- Ensure that all installations and equipment are safe and in good working order after task completion.
- Attend to breakdowns immediately to minimise down time.
- Conduct and manage the PTO scheduled and VFL interactions on a regular basis with employees
- Determine work schedules in conjunction with other Engineering / Process teams to ensure availability and optimise utilisation of equipment to the relevant sections.
- Consult with production teams on maintenance activities that affect production.
- Support the achievement of production and maintenance performance levels.
- Perform administrative duties to ensure record accuracy and availability, budget compliance and spares availability.
Qualification Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4, including relevant NATED courses (e.g., N3 Certificate) where applicable.
- Valid Section 13 / Section 26 (D) Fitting and Machining Trade Test Certificate
- Valid driver’s license code B, EB or C1
- Own transport to attend to call outs
Experience and Skills Requirements
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in Coal Processing Plant Mechanical maintenance with at least 3 - 4 years’ supervisory experience
- English language proficiency
- Time management skills
- Employee Relations training
- Supervisory training
- Finance for non-financial managers training
- Computer literate in MS Office
- Relevant planned maintenance system training
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Qualification Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4
- Degree or National Diploma in HR or similar
Experience and Skills Requirements
- Minimum 5-8 years’ experience as an HR Officer in the mining industry
- Sound knowledge and experience in labour legislation in an industrial environment
- Sound knowledge of Labour Case Law in South Africa
- Computer Literate in MS Office (Intermediate)
Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborate with line managers to align HR strategies with business objectives.
- Provide expert advice on labour relations, disciplinary procedures, and compliance with the Labour Relations Act, BCEA, EE Act, and Mining Charter.
- Lead talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention initiatives for WCPO
- Monitor and manage employee performance, ensuring adherence to performance management processes.
- In collaboration with the L &D officer to facilitate skills development and succession planning in line with SETA requirements and company goals.
- Partner with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) teams to embed a safe, compliant work culture.
- Support transformation and Employment Equity (EE) initiatives.
- Manage HR reporting and workforce analytics for the site.
- Promote positive employee engagement and wellbeing practices.
- Assist in wage negotiations and union engagements where applicable.
- Ensure HR policies and procedures are applied consistently across departments.
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Qualification Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4
- A three-year Degree or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry is required
Experience and Skills Requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in an analytical laboratory together with experience in chemical analysis
- Knowledge of Laboratory Equipment (ICP-OES, XRF, Leco, potentiometric titrators etc.) and other mineral assays as required
- Knowledge of Wet Chemistry Techniques, Chromium and Base Metal Analysis.
- Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods
- Time management
- English language proficiency
- Computer literate in MS Office
- Valid driver’s license code B, EB or C1
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Quality Laboratory Services Health and Safety responsibilities, legal and operational requirements
- Identify hazards and risk while performing daily tasks and take preventative measures
- Comply with provided systems, practices, methods, standards, and procedures of the job
- Conduct visual inspections of the work area to ensure workplace safety and good housekeeping
- Ensure that the correct chemical control measures are followed at all times
- Monitor lab equipment functionality in the section to ensure adherence to production parameters
- Ensure the adherence to handling of sample procedures from the point where the sample comes into the lab up to the point where it leaves the lab
- Registration of samples on the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and reporting of results on LIMS
- Analyse all routine plant samples and special samples received from Clients
- Ensure that any special test work requested by the Client or Line Management is conducted according to the specifications
- Ensure that all test reports are distributed to the relevant sections as required
- Ensure that all test work is conducted according to the quality requirements to ensure accurate results to Clients
- Ensure that all non-conforming work is reported to the Laboratory/Quality Supervisor
- Ensure adherence to ISO and legislative standards / requirements
- Effectively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently within the given deadlines
- On-the-job training of new personnel on new and existing lab procedures and monitor and ensure the continuous adherence thereto
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Qualification Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) (with Maths and Science) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4
- Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1 would be advantageous.
Experience and Skills Requirements
- Experience in sample preparation in a laboratory will be advantageous
- Knowledge of the basic concepts of sample preparation, e.g. contamination, representative sample and integrity of a sample
- Experience in a Robotic Laboratory will be advantageous.
- Attention to detail, planning and organising and being a team player.
- Computer literate
- English language proficiency
- Time management
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Quality Laboratory Services Health and Safety responsibilities, legal and operational requirements
- Identify hazards and risk while performing daily tasks and take preventative measures
- Comply with provided systems, practices, methods, standards, and procedures of the job
- Conduct visual inspections of the work area to ensure workplace safety and good housekeeping of the general work area, sample preparation, robotic area and equipment.
- Perform routine sampling or collection of samples in operational areas and ensure that samples are logged. (registered)
- Perform routine sample preparation. (crushing, pulverizing, filtering, rolling, splitting and drying)
- Perform sieve sizing analyses on samples as part of sample preparation
- Controls the equipment in the Robot circle
- Inspection and first line fault finding of sampling equipment
- Daily inspection, cleaning and unblocking of sampling equipment and spillages caused by sampling equipment
- Completing sample checklists and logging of samples on the system
- Marking and labelling of sample tags and sample containers
- Storing of samples according to specifications and colour codes
- Perform all sample preparation as per Safe Work instructions to ensure accurate results to the Client and stakeholders
- Ensures all checks are done, i.e. balance verifications, crusher verifications, test sieve verifications and daily equipment checklists
- Adhere to quality requirements, verifications, calibrations and certifications of equipment
- Ensure that all non-conforming work is reported to the Laboratory/Quality Supervisor
- Ensure adherence to ISO and legislative standards / requirements
- Ensures all data are sent trough to LIMS and captured correctly (if applicable)
- Required to interpret the results and make decisions accordingly. Specific skills are needed to interpret the functioning of the instruments and the analyses of samples in terms of accuracy
- Responsible to log incidents regarding re-works and verification samples
- Working 12 hours Shifts.
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Qualification Requirements
- A three-year Degree or Diploma in Analytical/Industrial Chemistry or Relevant qualification.
- Management related qualification would be advantageous
Experience and Skills Requirements
- Between 8-10 years’ supervisory experience in an analytical laboratory is required, together with experience in chemical analysis and operation of a manual and robotic automated laboratory.
- Knowledge and experience in sample preparation/techniques and Laboratory systems
- Knowledge and experience in laboratory Instrumentation (ICP-OES, XRF, Leco, potentiometric titrators etc.) and other mineral assays as required
- Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods
- Experience in LIMS
- Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1
- Knowledge and experience in ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation and implementation.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Quality Laboratory Services Health and Safety responsibilities, legal and operational requirements.
- Identify hazards and risk while performing daily tasks and take preventative measures.
- Ensure that all laboratory expenditure is in line with the approved budget.
- Comply with provided systems, practices, methods, standards, and procedures of the job.
- Ensure that adequate Policies are in place in terms of SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality)
- Ensure that all personnel are medically fit and receives regular induction
- Ensure that all employees abide by procedures, rules and regulation through proper monitoring processes
- Set goals and objectives to meet the policy standards
- Ensure that policies are communicated and understood by all employees
- Ensure that the Vision and the Mission of the Laboratory is set up to embrace the policy and goals and objectives of the plant
- Conduct visual inspections of the work area to ensure workplace safety and good housekeeping.
- Prioritise and plan the work to be conducted in relation to the resources available.
- Setup a Quality Management System (QMS)
- Manage the Laboratory to ensure compliance to international ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
- Ensure that the Laboratory is accredited for the methods as specified by the customer (when applicable)
- Maintain the accreditation status by implementing effective management systems as prescribed in the relevant standards, company policies, laboratory policies and Quality manual (when applicable)
- Perform a yearly Management review on the QMS and report to the Business Unit Manager.
- Evaluate the Quality systems on a daily basis
- Produce monthly reports on QMS system and report to the Business Unit Manager.
- Perform investigations on all irregularities as communicated by the Client or internal audits and findings
- Follow the correct analytical procedures when preparing and reporting on samples: drying, screening, splitting, crushing, pulverising, weighing, moisture determination, fluxing, analysing of samples, and reporting of results.
- Ensure that balances that are used in the lab are verified using certified mass pieces.
- Ensure equipment is inspected and records are available on the checklist prior to the use of any piece of equipment.
- Report all equipment and electrical faults to the Business Unit Manager and act to always have all equipment fully operational.
- Apply and use Quality Control Standards accurately as specified and work closely with the QC Manager to ensure the correctness of the analysis.
- Identify and report irregularities in the overall results, suggest corrective actions to be taken and implement corrective actions upon approval by the Business Unit Manager
- Ensure all Records for samples received is on the sample receiving docket and ensure that the ID on the sample and the docket corresponds and acceptance thereof is signed
- Report receipt of samples to the Business Unit Manager with daily reports.
- Ensure weekly stock taking on critical consumables in the lab is done.
- Conduct ad hoc activities or duties as requested by the Business Unit Manager.
- Constant communication with the Business Unit Manger in his absence to assist with monitoring of laboratory activities / production status.
- Assist with instrument analysis to aid in own development.
- Oversee that the necessary test work is conducted in the lab and communicate results to the client and stakeholders.
- Ensure adherence to client quality requirements by monitoring laboratory feedback and ensuring the implementation of corrective measures.
- Effectively managing time and resources of self / others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
- Assist with training of new employees in the Laboratory, i.e. on-the-job training.
- Perform and ensure planned task observations for competency certification.
- Ensure that all contractors conform to the QLS standard
- SANAS Nominated representative
- Work towards a Technical Signature
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Qualification Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4
- A three-year Degree or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry would be advantageous.
- Computer Literate in MS Office
- Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1
Experience and Skills Requirements
- Between 3-5 years’ experience as a Laboratory Supervisor
- Knowledge and good understanding of sampling techniques (ISO) e.g. contamination, representative sample and integrity of a sample
- Knowledge of Laboratory Equipment and Laboratory systems (ICP-OES, XRF, Leco, potentiometric titrators etc.) and other mineral assays as required
- Knowledge and understanding of Quality Management system (ISO/IEC 17025)
- Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods
- Knowledge and experience of relevant software applications - spreadsheets, word processing, Lims and database management
- Time management
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Quality Laboratory Services Health and Safety responsibilities, legal and operational requirements.
- Identify hazards and risk while performing daily tasks and take preventative measures
- Follow the correct chemical control measures at all times and ensure accurate reagent stock counting
- Works closely with the Laboratory Manager to plan, schedule and implement QA related activities
- Prepare and manage reports and documents
- Organize and coordinate Quality meetings
- Maintain schedules
- Organize internal and external audits
- Coordinates or develops standard operating procedures for the laboratory personnel
- Collate information – Quality assurance (validations)
- Ensure routine preparation of samples (crushing, pulverizing, filtering, rolling, splitting and drying)
- Ensure Logging and receiving of samples on the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Ensure correct Marking and labelling of sample tags and sample containers
- Ensure Storing of samples is done according to specifications
- Ensure Effective determination of sieve sizing on samples
- Ensure Effective determination of moisture content
- Perform analyses on geological samples when required
- Ensure detailed traceable records of all test work done
- Ensure daily pre-use checklists is done before operating moving machinery and report sub-standard equipment immediately to ensure optimized functionality of all lab equipment at all times
- Perform administrative duties to ensure record accuracy and availability at all times
- Compile neat and accurate dispatch sheets, checklists and registers and ensure distribution according to organizational requirements
- Responsible for ensuring optimized functionality of all lab equipment at all times
- Compile various production reports and ensure distribution according to organizational requirements.
- Adhere to quality requirements, verifications, calibrations, certifications of equipment
- Participation in Proficiency tests
- Regular Internal audits as per ISO/IEC 17025 guidelines
- Responsible for the maintenance and training in the use of QA documents
- Responsible for the regular review of QA documents
- Responsible for all validations on the Laboratory instruments
- Preparation of calibration standards
- Constant monitoring of calibration curves
- Addition of new elements when required
- Monitoring Quality related issues by means of LIMS
- SANAS Nominated Representative
- Work towards a Technical Signature (when applicable)
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Qualification Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) (with Maths and Science) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4
- Preferably an engineering qualification (N3 with trade test) or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry.
- Minimum of 3 years on the job experience in the relevant field.
- Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1 would be advantageous.
Experience and Skills Requirements
- Experience in a multifunctional laboratory and/or production environment
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
- Knowledge of electrical / mechanical drawings and parts
- Knowledge of production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective operation of the laboratory.
- Attention to detail, planning and organizing, self-motivated and being a team player.
- Operating a Robotic Laboratory to perform analyses.
- Computer literate
- English language proficiency
- Time management
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Quality Laboratory Services Health and Safety responsibilities, legal and operational requirements
- Identify hazards and risk while performing daily tasks and take preventative measures
- Comply with provided systems, practices, methods, standards, and procedures of the job
- Conduct visual inspections of the work area to ensure workplace safety and good housekeeping
- Provide technical assistance and resolution when electrical or mechanical problems are encountered during shifts.
- Set up, Operate and test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions, after installation, servicing or breakdown and record results.
- Install, repair and maintain plant equipment to ensure equipment availability
- Collaborate with Laboratory Manager and electrical experts to identify, define, and solve developmental and critical problems.
- Assist with commissioning procedures for electrical and/or mechanical installations
- Assist with engineering proposals, shop drawings and design comments for sound electrical engineering practice and conformance with established safety and design criteria and recommend approval or disapproval.
- Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical instruments or testing equipment
- Analyse and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems
- Conduct inspections for quality control and assurance programs, reporting findings and recommendations to the Laboratory Manager or Laboratory Supervisor
- Responsible to log incidents regarding failure of equipment
- Perform analysis in the robotic laboratory.
- Working 12 hours Shifts.
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Duties & Responsibilities:
SHEQMS Implementation and Maintenance:
- Implement and maintain the Minopex SHEQ Management system on-site in line with corporate and statutory requirements.
- Monitor and enforce compliance with the SHEQMS and ensure site-wide awareness of the system.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date SHEQ documentation and submit required reports to relevant stakeholders.
Legal Compliance:
- Enforce compliance with all legal requirements, including the right to stop unsafe work.
- Monitor adherence to applicable sections of the applicable legislation.
- Coordinate and manage all legal appointments as per the applicable legislation.
Risk and Hazard Management:
- Facilitate and oversee Risk Assessments (Baseline, IBRA and continuous risk assessments)
- Identify hazards and ensure effecive mitigateion measures are implemented.
- Maintain a risk register and ensure it is reviewed and updated regularly.
Inspections, Audits, and Monitoring:
- Conduct regular inspections of plant, equipment, and workplace conditions and report findings with preventative or corrective action recommendations.
- Participate in and facilitate internal and external SHEQ audits.
- Monitor site performance against legal and organizational standards and identify areas for improvement.
Incident and Injury Management:
- Manage the full incident investigation process, including injury reporting, root cause analysis, and documentation.
- Ensure that incidents are reported and investigated within the prescribed legal timeframes and company policies.
- Driver corrective actions and monitor their implementation and effectiveness.
Contractor and Access control Compliance:
- Ensure contractor SHE files meet compliance standards before granting site access.
- Monitor contractor adherence to SHEQ requirements throughout the project or contract lifecycle.
Policy, Procedures, and Documentation
- Coordinate the development, review, and approval of all site-specific operational SHEQ procedures.
Qualification Requirements:
- Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4, including relevant NATED courses (e.g., N3 Certificate) where applicable.
- National Diploma in Safety Management or related SHEQ qualification.
- Health and Safety Management Certification (I.e., SAMTRAC/ COMSOC/ NEBOSH, etc.).
- Incident Investigation Competency (ICAM, RCAT, etc).
- Risk Management (HIRA).
- Sound knowledge of MHSA, OHSA, and relevant SANS/ISO standards.
Experience & Skills Requirements:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in mining or industrial safety.
- Legal Liability Training.
- ISO 9001 Quality Management Internal Auditor Training will be an advantage.
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management Internal Auditor Training will be an advantage.
- ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems Auditor Training will be an advantage.
- Full Computer literacy in MS Office.
- Strong PowerPoint Presentation report-writing skills.
- Valid driver’s license code B, EB or C1.
- High attention to detail and analytical ability.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
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Qualification Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4
- A three-year Degree or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry would be advantageous.
- Computer Literate in MS Office
- Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1
Experience and Skills Requirements
- 3 years’ experience as a Laboratory Supervisor
- Knowledge and good understanding of sampling techniques (ISO) e.g. contamination, representative sample and integrity of a sample
- Knowledge of Laboratory Equipment and Laboratory systems (ICP-OES, XRF, Leco, potentiometric titrators etc.) and other mineral assays as required
- Knowledge and understanding of Quality Management system (ISO/IEC 17025)
- Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods
- Knowledge and experience of relevant software applications - spreadsheets, word processing, Lims and database management
- Time management
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Quality Laboratory Services Health and Safety responsibilities, legal and operational requirements.
- Identify hazards and risk while performing daily tasks and take preventative measures
- Follow the correct chemical control measures at all times and ensure accurate reagent stock counting
- Works closely with the Laboratory/Quality Supervisor to plan, schedule and implement QA related activities
- Organize internal and external audits
- Collate information – Quality assurance (validations)
- Ensure routine preparation of samples (crushing, pulverizing, filtering, rolling, splitting and drying)
- Ensure Logging and receiving of samples on the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Ensure correct Marking and labelling of sample tags and sample containers
- Ensure Storing of samples is done according to specifications
- Ensure Effective determination of sieve sizing on samples
- Ensure Effective determination of moisture content
- Perform analyses on geological samples when required
- Ensure detailed traceable records of all test work done
- Ensure daily pre-use checklists is done before operating moving machinery and report sub-standard equipment immediately to ensure optimized functionality of all lab equipment at all times
- Perform administrative duties to ensure record accuracy and availability at all times
- Compile neat and accurate dispatch sheets, checklists and registers and ensure distribution according to organizational requirements
- Compile various production reports and ensure distribution according to organizational requirements.
- Adhere to quality requirements, verifications, calibrations, certifications of equipment
- Participation in Proficiency tests
- Regular Internal audits as per ISO/IEC 17025 guidelines
- Responsible for the maintenance and training of your shift in the use of QA documents
- Preparation of calibration standards
- Monitoring Quality related issues by means of LIMS
- Work towards a Technical Signature (when applicable)
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