Current Jobs at South32

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• This role is a permanent full-time position.
• As a Winding Engine Driver, you will be responsible to monitor and Control the Safe Operation of the Mine Winder to Transport People, Equipment and Materials..

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Receive and reply to signals from Banksman and onsetter for starting and stopping conveyances according to chapter 8 of the Mine Health and Safety Act;
• Be conversant with Mine Health and Safety Act and assume responsibility for the logbook and the completion there of.
• Record conditions winding engine daily and complete drivers`s logbook
• Conduct regular checks on all signalling devices, access doors and signalling lights;
• Adhering to all safety Emergency procedures;
• Drive under controlled conditions during Shaft Examinations and repairs;
• Physically operating the winding engine for lowering and raising of men and  material
• Ensure that weight and loading regulations are strictly adhered to;
• Test the mechanical and electrical safety devices on winding plants;
• Performing non-routine work on the winders with engineering teams I.E cutting front and backends, shaft repairs and changing of conveyances.
• Identifying electrical and/ or mechanical faults picked up during operation of winding plant and reporting to the responsible maintenance personnel.
• Stopping the Winding operations if the working conditions are unsafe.
• Start and take control of winders and shut down winding plants;
• Maintain the housekeeping standards in the work area;
• Safe operating of Winding Engine in accordance with chapter 8 of the Mine Health and Safety Act.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Winder Engine Driver;
• Must have driven a winder in the last 2 years as an appointed WED.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Grade 12;
• Government Hoist Drivers certificate for AC and DC winders as per regulation 8.13.105 of the Mine Health and Safety Act;
• Onsetter`s certificate;
• Valid drivers license.

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ABOUT THE ROLE:

• This role is a permanent full-time position.
• As a Specialist Ventilation, you will be resposible for managing underground mine ventilation network as well as occupational hygiene exposures at HMM and also to recommend actions in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment at all HMM working environments. 

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Develop, implement and verify operational controls that would ensure compliance to Fatal Risk Control Standards and other South32 HSE requirements;
• Develop, update and ensure the use of documentation taking into consideration all HSE and functional requirements and coordinate with the DME;
• Implement systems to review external incidents and conduct investigations into incidents on site to determine root causes;
• Conduct workplace inspections to monitor compliance to legal/statutory requirements and identify gap closing action plans with the intent of ensuring that risks are identified and appropriately addressed to retain license to operate;
• Provide in-depth analysis on HSE data and in conjunction with other business indicators to continuously improve HMM’s HSE standards to achieve a zero harm organization.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Ventilation;
• Computer skills (MS Office Suite/SAP) is essential;
• In depth knowledge and understanding of relevant current Occupational Hygiene & Ventilation legislation and hazard identification is essential;
• Experience in Underground Mining will be advantageous.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Grade 12/Matric with Mathematics and Science;
• Mine Environmental Control certificate;
• Hygiene Qualification.
   

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ABOUT THE ROLE:

• This role is a fixed term position.
• As a graduate external affairs, you will be responsible for providing support to the Communications function at Hillside Aluminium. The role will assist in the planning, coordination and delivery of internal and external communication activities that support business objectives, strengthen employee engagement, protect and enhance the South32 brand, and promote positive stakeholder relationships. The graduate will gain exposure across employee communications, digital communications, events, and content development while building practical experience in a dynamic operational environment.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Provide support services to the Communications function as directed;
• Develop, edit and distribute communication materials including articles, posters, emails and digital content;
• Support the delivery of employee engagement and communication campaigns aligned to business priorities;
• Assist with content gathering, photography and video production for operational, community and employee events;
• Coordinate communication logistics and support events, visits and stakeholder engagements;
• Maintain communication calendars, content plans and communication records;
• Support the management of internal and external communication channels, including digital platforms and social media;
• Ensure communication materials comply with South32 brand standards and communication guidelines;

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Strong writing, editing and verbal communication skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications;
• Experience in graphic design, photography, videography, social media or digital content creation would be advantageous;

Qualifications for this role are:

•   Degree/BTech/National Diploma in Communications, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Media Studies, Marketing or related fields.

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ABOUT THE ROLE:

• This role is a permanent full-time position.
• As a Millwright, you will be responsible to attend to breakdowns and to conduct inspections and execute maintenance tasks on open cast equipment.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Conduct inspections on equipment prior to commencement of maintenance work;
• Execute all maintenance work in a safe manner;
• Perform Medium Voltage Switching, lockouts and make the work area safe;
• Test and commission equipment prior to handover;
• Identify and record all subsequent work found during the maintenance activity;
• Reporting of events and non-conformances;

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a qualified Millwright in a mining environment;
• In depth knowledge on inspection & repairs of pumps;
• In depth knowledge of the workings of Jaw and Cone Crushers;
• Experience in working on conveyor belts;
• In depth knowledge of hydraulics and hydraulic systems.
• In depth understanding of motors, control systems, and other electrical systems.
• Experience fault finding and reading electrical line diagrams

Qualifications for this role are:

• Grade 12;
• N3 Technical Certificate;
• Millwright Trade Test;
• Valid driver’s license.
   

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ABOUT THE ROLE:

• This role is a permanent full-time position.
• As an Artisan Diesel Mechanic, you will be responsible for for timely installation, repair and maintenance of equipment to ensure that mining activities are executed in a safe manner as well as operate equipment and tests all working parts in functional area to ensure proper utilization.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Interprets and coordinates pre-work with regards to repairs, interpretation of hydraulic diagrams, planned and predictive maintenance;
• Accesses any area safely to perform necessary maintenance on machines or equipment;
• Performs safety inspections of equipment and assesses risks on equipment;
• Maintains a clean and safe worksite;
• Ensures the upkeep of maintenance tools and equipment;
• Coordinates activities associated with trouble-shooting and repairing maintenance equipment.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Qualified Artisan in a mining environment;
• Experience in performing major rebuilds and or components rebuild will be advantageous;
• SAP & CAT ET, SIS software knowledge will be advantageous;

Qualifications for this role are:

• Grade 12;
• N2 Technical Certificate;
• Valid Mechanical Trade Test

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ABOUT THE ROLE:

• This role is a permanent full-time position.
• As a plant shift Electrician, you will be responsible for routine maintenance, timely installation and where required, repair of equipment to ensure that plant related activities are executed in a safe manner, and that electrical reliability as per the requirements set forth by the supervisor, are met. You will also be required to operate electrical equipment and test all working parts in functional area to ensure proper utilization.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Interprets and coordinates pre-work with regards to repairs, planned and predictive maintenance;
• Accesses any area safely to perform necessary electrical maintenance on equipment;
• Performs daily safety inspections of equipment and assesses risks on equipment;
• Maintains a clean and safe worksite and accounts for the overall electrical reliability of the assigned section;
• Work independently and in a team as well as under pressure;
• Ensures the upkeep of maintenance tools and equipment;
• Coordinates activities associated with trouble-shooting and repairing maintenance equipment;
• Clear feedback to direct line Supervisor.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in electrical maintenance
• Maintenance and fault finding on Allen Bradley VSD’s will be advantageous.
• Medium voltage switchgear competence will be advantageous.
• Plant experience (substations, MCCs, transformers, motors, liquid starters, safety circuits and switchgear (VCB/ SF6) ) will be advantageous.
• MHSA knowledge/ experience will be advantageous

Qualifications for this role are:

• Grade 12;
• N3 trade certificate;
• Electrician Trade;
• Valid drivers license.
   

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ABOUT THE ROLE:

• This role is a permanent full-time position.
• As a Superintendent Production Plants, you will be responsible for leading and managing the safe, efficient and cost-effective execution of surface processing, product handling and load-out operations, ensuring compliance with all safety, health, environmental and legal requirements. The incumbent is accountable for delivering production, quality, logistics and business performance targets through effective people leadership, contractor management, strategic planning and continuous improvement. The role is responsible for optimising plant performance, driving operational excellence, managing resources and budgets, and fostering collaboration with key stakeholders to support the Mine's strategic objectives and sustainable business performance.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited t

• Ensure compliance with all Safety, Health, Environmental and Legal requirements while driving a proactive safety culture through effective risk management and visible leadership;
• Lead and manage Surface Processing Plants and Ore Dispatch Operations to safely deliver production, quality, logistics and business performance targets;
• Develop and execute operational and strategic plans that support business objectives, sustainable growth and continuous improvement;
• Manage operational budgets and resources to optimise productivity, control costs and achieve production at the lowest sustainable cost;
• Oversee production planning, plant performance, asset utilisation and operational readiness to achieve agreed throughput, availability and quality targets;
• Lead and support capital, improvement and technical projects, ensuring delivery against scope, quality, schedule and budget requirements;
• Develop, lead and manage a high-performing workforce and contractor base through effective performance management, succession planning, capability development and employee engagement;
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Engineering, Logistics, Technical Services, Marketing, Contractors and Transnet Freight Rail (TFR), to support operational and business objectives

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 5 Years’ experience in a Production and Mining Environment;
• Experience of Metallurgical Plants will be advantageous;
• Knowledge of SAP and MS packages is essential.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Degree or BTECH in Metallurgy;
• Registration with Professional Bodies will be advantageous.
   

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ABOUT THE ROLE:

• This role is a permanent full-time position.
• As a Superintendent Production, you will be responsible to manage the production mining operations to meet departmental objectives.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Manage all mining operations and processes;
• Monitor daily, weekly, monthly achievement of targets;
• Provide input into the production plan;
• Sign-off and manage the execution of the Monthly Plans;
• Participate in the activities of the improvement team to deliver objectives and projects;
• Provide assistance in implementing and assuring project work meets quality requirements.

ABOUT YOU;

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Production & Mining environment of which at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity;
• Experience in opencast mining;
• Experience in mine planning is advantageous;
• Experience in in ore preparation is advantageous;
• Knowledge of SAP and MS packages .

Qualifications for this role are:

• Degree/ National Diploma Mining Engineering;
• Mine Managers Government Certificate of Competency is advantageous;
• Valid code 08 driver’s license.