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Qualifications

• NQF Level 8 (Hons) studying towards Master’s (NQF Level 9) is as an advantage
• Project Management certification is advantageous
• Master’s Degree in Business Administration would be advantageous
• Executive Leadership Development or Senior Leadership Development programmes advantageous

Experience

• Minimum of 6 to 8 years in a similar role within a similar environment (preferably listed entities), Management consulting, Strategic operations or Business Management
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working with executive leadership and board members
• Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects
• Knowledge of industry-specific business processes and systems
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Duties

Provide direct support to the Acting COO:

• Collate information and draft reports for board and executive purposes
• Manage internal and external communications including reports, presentations and speech writing for public engagements
• Research, write, edit and/or coordinate preparation of special reports, briefings, and presentations in collaboration with the communication team and other functions as and when required.
• Gatekeeping, sense-checking and quality assessment of communication flowing to and from the office of the  Acting COO
• Structure meetings with purposeful agendas for maximum impact and efficiency in terms of attendees and input required to achieve outcomes

Strategic Planning: 

•  Leads the annual strategic planning process for the division in the capacity of project manager to ensure alignment with the  Acting COO and leadership team
• Co-ordinates and participates in strategic initiatives by leading, executing and reporting results back to the  Acting COO
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies
• Flag and report on specific local, Africa and International strategic projects and their impact on the Business Unit
• Creates and updates dashboards for reviewing select key performance indicators in collaboration with the Agri leadership team
• Strategically manages the Acting COO time through looking at long term travel calendar, evaluating opportunities and determining fit for purpose with priorities
• Researching, benchmarking, analysing data, and making recommendations based on internal and external environment Competitor analysis and trends

Project Management: 

• Lead and manage key projects from planning to execution, ensuring timely delivery and within budget
• Collaborates and brings together multiple stakeholders to helps drive decision-making
• Overseeing cross-functional organisation-wide projects and initiatives as directed
• Monitor progress against assigned strategic initiatives and deliverables (e.g., Agri Business strategy)
• Effective communication and change management plans specific to each project

Stakeholder Collaboration: 

• Work closely with key stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements
• Facilitate effective and timely communication and collaboration among various departments
• Build and maintain key stakeholder engagements

Risk Management: 

•  Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure successful completion
• Monitor and report on the progress of projects, addressing any issues that arise and keeping stakeholders informed of potential risks/concerns

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Qualifications

• Matric (Maths and Science) 
• NQF Level 6 in Chemical Operations 
• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering (Will be an advantage)
• Matric Maths & Science & English

Experience

• 2 - 5 years’ experience in Chemical industry
• Chemical industry with process control experience (Will be an advantage) 

Duties

To ensure Safety adherence on shift:

• Housekeeping
• Raise tags
• Identify hazards
• Basic process safety knowledge
• Issue PTW
• Basic Firefighting, first aid knowledge

Drive high performance targets with the team:

• Oversee and control the process parameters and plant equipment in line with operating philosophy
• Correct deviations on DCS/PLC
• Work well in a team
• Report back on status of his/her area of responsibility
• Escalate deviations
• Attend shift and team meetings
• Autonomous maintenance (Inspections, Cleaning, Lubrication)
• Shift handover report for his/her area of responsibility
• Process & equipment Fault finding
• Quality control (product & procedures), Sample taking, analysing

Effective People Management:

• Frequent engagement
• Ensure morale of team
• Take responsibility and hold team accountable (delegate)
• Enforce company rules and regulations

To ensure Quality adherence on shift:

• Monitor and take corrective action on quality deviations
• Audits, spot checks, checklists, communicates ISO standards
• Ensure product is on specification
• Ensure ISO compliance of all activities

Adequate & systematic Administration:

• Proper written communication and interpretation
• Sending emails, running meetings, text, social media savvy

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Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification or MBA

Advantageous Requirements

• 1 year demonstrated experience in the mining environment.

Experience

• 5 years demonstrated experience of product management.
• 5 years demonstrated experience in AN based product utilized in the global explosives services industry.
• 5 years demonstrated experience in the services and equipment requirements for the explosives services/mining industry.

Duties

To manage the entire product life cycle

• To manage the entire product life cycle, from strategic planning to business execution, in order achieve BME's product and corporate strategic objectives.
• To define and implement the product strategy, develop business models and roadmap to feed into the corporate strategy.
• To determine customers' needs and desires by specifying and conducting the research needed to obtain market information, and to represent the Voice of the Customer (VOC). 

New product launch and commercialisation

• To recommend/bring new products to market by appraising new product ideas and/or products or packaging changes, analysing proposed product requirements and product development programs; preparing return-on-investment analyses; establishing time schedules with engineering and production and defining the core positioning and messaging for the product.
• Develop an understanding of customer requirements, identify and fill product gaps and generate new ideas that grow market share, improve customer experience and drive growth.
• Defining what the product team will deliver and the timeline for implementation.
• Conducts field tests and conducts early-stage product tests and samples
• Performs product demonstrations/presentations to customers.
• Develop product pricing and positioning strategies.

To conduct research and analysis to develop and position the product to the general market needs, as well as the customer and competitive perspective 

• To deliver market requirements documents (MRDs) and product requirements documents (PRDs) with prioritised features, and to provide source data for product line communications by defining product marketing communication objectives (development of sales tools and collateral).
• To work collaboratively with other stakeholders to evaluate all financial aspects of the product (revenue, cost, margins), budgets, expenditures, research and development appropriations, or return-on-investment and profit-loss projections.
• To work collaboratively with supply chain management in sourcing products to ensure fit-for-purpose quality.
• To establish and commercialise service offering packages (including related equipment) in order to satisfy client needs, and to work collaboratively with business to identify and develop the company’s unique selling propositions. 

Product authorization and regulatory approval

• Support product regulatory approval in different BME operating markets including product testing and qualification.
• To effectively manage product trademarks, as well as intellectual property, in order to protect BME's technology, services, equipment, and interests
• Work with external third parties to assess partnerships and licensing opportunities

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Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric 
• Postgraduate degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Human Resources Management , or related field 

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in HR
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in managing and developing high-performing HR teams 
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Strategic HR supporting senior executives
• Experience of leading complex organisational change projects including, org design, culture transformation, systems and process automation, etc.
• Experience with working across different countries
• Knowledge of organizational development, succession planning and talent management 
• Knowledge of global talent trends and best practices 
• Familiarity with HR technology solutions and their implementation 

Duties

Strategic HR Management: 

• Provide strategic guidance on organizational development, workforce planning, and succession planning
• Lead initiatives to improve employee retention, engagement, and satisfaction
• Support leadership in managing organizational change, ensuring smooth transitions and positive employee experiences
• Assist the HR Business Partners to translate the strategy into actionable plans and priorities for their specific business areas

HR Project Management:

• Manage HR projects aligned with Group and local HR priorities as required
• Participate and lead the implementation of all HR technology solutions to enhance HR operations, talent management, and employee experience
• Ad hoc project as required

HR Operations Excellence: 

• Drive the effectiveness of the HR delivery model for the consistency, standardization and optimization of HR processes and ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across multiple countries

GM Office Management & Thought Partner:

• Act as a thought partner to the HR GM and assist with all matters related to HR business management including preparation of GM communication, approvals, HR strategic partner identification, and leadership to the team

Talent Acquisition and Recruitment:

• Work with hiring managers to develop and refine job descriptions and role specifications
• Develop and execute recruitment strategies to meet the business unit’s workforce needs, including sourcing candidates, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are embedded in recruitment practices

Employee Relations and Engagement:

•  Act as a point of contact for employee relations issues, providing guidance on conflict resolution, performance management, and workplace disputes
• Provide sound advice to ensure the organisation complies to best practice and legislative issues
• Provide support to line managers in dealing with disciplinary, incapacity and grievance matters
• Deal with all appeals from disciplinary proceedings in line with the disciplinary code
• Support the business with matters that have been referred externally for conciliation and arbitration
• Monitor employee morale and satisfaction levels, using surveys and feedback mechanisms to drive continuous improvement
• Promote a strong organizational culture that aligns with the company’s values, ensuring that employees feel supported and valued

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Qualifications

• Matric /Grade 12 with  (Maths and Science)
• Forklift and Cherry picker license will be an advantage

Experience

• 2-5 Years’ experience
• Experience in civil work 
• Preference to experience in building environment
• Candidates need to have an electrical background or a Tertiary certificate in an electricity background 

Duties

• Repairs and maintenance of buildings and equipment 
• Painting 
• Basic plumbing 
• Housekeeping of specified locations