Current Openings at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To continuously improve the Asset Capability Assurance process in a safe manner, through Root Cause Failure Analysis on high frequency and high cost breakdowns and analysing maintenance performance.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• 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.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Process through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

PEOPLE:

• Expected to take leading role when Superintendent is not around

CUSTOMERS:

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction
• Proactively seek ways of improving equipment reliability, planned maintenance and physical maintenance in the plant

BUSINESS PROCESSES:

Maintenance Support

• Initiate task list reviews
• Develop maintenance plans (frequencies, maintainable items)
• Initiate plan review and review maintenance plan

Maintenance Data Analysis

• Perform Pareto Analysis, correlation analysis and report top 5 chronic losses
• Interview production personnel with regards to trips and artisans with regards to repetitive trips

Solve Problems and implement solutions:

• Arrange RCFA investigation and facilitate the problem solving session
• Analyse alternative solutions and recommend best solution/s based on:
• HSEC impact
• Cost – risk – benefit analysis on key equipment performance parameters
• Cost benefit to the organisation
• Recommend best solutions to problems through the change management process
• Record actions arising from RCFA
• Monitor recurring failures related to implemented RCFA's (KPI until close out)
• Track Condition Monitoring (CM) results
• Analyse equipment failure history
• Log equipment problems identified for further action
• Develop a list of clear problem statements and business cases for problems requiring RCFA
• Monitor and share Company-wide similarities / learning opportunities by using the Intranet Sites and SAP History
• Monitor and advertise latest maintenance and technology developments
• Develop, maintain and monitor adherence to maintenance standards and specifications

Work Analysis:

• Ensure the latest techniques are being applied with respect to NDT and condition monitoring
• Advise in building reliability and maintainability in the design of new or modified equipment
• Ensure sustained FLAC improvements

Contractor Management

• Develop detailed scope of work for defined scope jobs
• Rotables Management
• Maintain Scope of Work for defined scope of jobs

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement Through Operational Excellence

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Relating & Networking
• Change Leadership
• Business Acumen

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES

Skills

• Microsoft Programs
• Samancor Crome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES)
• Knowledge

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Degree or National Diploma
• 4 years relevant CU experience.

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To coordinate the collection and disposal of all waste, domestic and hazardous. The collection of all ferrous as well as non-ferrous scrap metals and the selling of these metals as well as the refurbishment of all repairable items in order to generate a consistent income stream.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY 

• Ensure SHEQ compliance through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Information Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

CUSTOMERS

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction

BUSINESS PROCESSES

• Establish a fully functional effective salvage yard.
• Measure and report on cost savings achieved monthly.
• Report on waste disposal volumes as per the sustainability report.
• Establish and manage SMMEs relating to the salvage processes.
• Identify projects to further cost savings and add value to the operation.
• Maximise the profitability of the salvage yard.
• Ensure general maintenance and refurbishment of salvaged items.
• Carry out projects required by Management from time to time.
• Enhance salvage yard systems.
• Ensure adherence to environmental legislation.
• Manage and control salvage yard contractors.
• Manage and oversee Salvage Yard supervisors.
• Manage internal and external scrap tender processes.
• Drive safety in all areas of responsibility in accordance with ECM SHEQ policies.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:

Minimum qualifications:

• Grade 12
• Recognised engineering trade certificate and/or Shift Supervisor Certificate

Additional qualifications:

• Computer Literate
• Good Housekeeping

Additional requirements:

• Medical fitness as per organisational requirements
• Own roadworthy vehicle and driver’s license

Minimum Experience:

• 5 years mechanical artisan experience

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Description

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY:

• Comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox

CUSTOMERS:

• Ensure customer satisfaction
• Production and Metallurgical staff 

BUSINESS PROCESSES:

Key performance activities:

• Complete a breakdown work order.
• Create a notification.
• Providing correct feedback.
• Executing work.
• Applying fault finding techniques.
• Conduct regular plant inspections.
• Maintaining and/or repairing low level and high level instrumentation and technical equipment.
• Perform standby duties.

Key performance drivers:

• All breakdown work orders correctly completed:
• No non-conformances 
• All notifications correctly completed containing:
• Correct Functional Location
• Clear description of problem
• Correct priority selected
• Correct main work centre identified
• “Reported by” field filled in.
• All feedback correctly filled in by selecting correct
• Object code
• Damage code
• Activity
• Complete with correct item confirmations
• Performing work in a safe and reliable manner ensuring the highest level of workmanship
• Assessing breakdowns and applying appropriate fault finding techniques to pinpoint root causes quickly and efficiently
• All defective equipment identified and reported timeously
• All instrumentation maintained and/or repaired correctly, safely and according to standards;
• Interpret instrumentation diagrams and job cards
• Lock-out equipment
• Check instrumentation
• Order parts from stores
• Repair instrumentation
• Overhaul instrumentation
• Install and maintain instrumentation
• Test instrumentation
• All documentation completed

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 / N2
• Relevant Instrumentation Trade Certificate
• At least 3 years relevant experience as an Instrumentation artisan

Skills & Knowledge:

• Siemens PCS7 SCADA system and mid-level control system knowledge
• Working knowledge of conveyor belt scales
• Working knowledge of Process Automation GAMMA Density Gauges
• Working knowledge of Endress & Huaser Process Instruments (flow, level)
• Working knowledge of variable speed drives
• Working knowledge of control valves
• Working knowledge of Siemens Simocodes
• Expert Knowledge on Belt scale and Density Gauge Calibration methods
• Sound Knowledge of Plant Industrial Networks.

Competencies Required:

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Operational problem solving and decision making
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal skills
• Training
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Contributing to team Success

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The role is responsible for rendering a reliable support and advisory service through high quality condition monitoring by conducting analysis, testing and diagnoses of information, using the latest technology.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY:

• 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.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation, and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Process through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

CUSTOMERS: 

• Maintain and improve relationships with key stakeholders
• Ensure customer and supplier satisfaction

BUSINESS PROCESSES:

• Condition monitoring / reliability and performance evaluation aspect of the rotating Machine Trains
• Performing specialized Ultrasound, laser alignment, in situ balancing, vibration, oil and thermographs analyses and interpret data using applicable software and initiate corrective action or         recommendations.
• Regularly analyze vibration data for assigned machines and generates reports
• Ensuring that generated reports are clearly specifying risks and recommended corrective actions.
• Reviewing Thermodynamic performance for the critical machines using online system and issuing reports.
• Keeping an action tracking register for the responsible person in Operations.
• Establishing and maintaining electronic database for the asset condition.
• Providing after hours / standby maintenance support.
• Researching, developing, and improving existing methods, technology, and equipment.
• Implementing change for improvement.
• Maintaining and improving safety, health and environmental standards and practices.
• Compiling reports on the status and condition of assets.
• Willing to work shifts and in an underground environment and adapt to learning program.
• Good working knowledge of the maintenance and operating processes.

GROWTH:

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: 

Skills: 

• Microsoft Programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, MES, Coupa, SAP)

Knowledge: 

• Good knowledge of Machinery condition Monitoring technologies and maintenance philosophies is desirable.
• Excellent working, Maintenance, and corrective procedure of rotating and associated equipment like ball mills, turbines, conveyors, etc.
• Good working knowledge of the maintenance and operating processes.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Degree or National Diploma in Engineering (Electrical/ Mechanical or Equivalent)
• Minimum of 4-6 years’ experience in Reliability Centred Maintenance, including Rotating and equipment maintenance, condition monitoring, in a refinery, production plants or mining.

Additional qualifications:

• Qualified artisan in Electrical or Mechanical Field
• CAT 2 qualification in Vibration analysis and Thermography is essential
• Laser alignment, NDT Ultrasound, and Oil Analysis will be an advantage
• EB driver’s license.

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Follow the basic Health & Safety practices underground.
• Continuously inspect the panel condition.
• Plan to achieve operational targets.
• Monitoring the availability of resources.
• Conduct stoping of a panel area correctly, safely and according to standards.
• Control of explosives and accessories
• Must install 4.5- and 6-meter long cable anchors, Osro mats, wire mesh and lacing according to layouts

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12 / N3
• Blasting Certificate
• Valid Certificate of Fitness

Experience

• At least 4 years Trackless experience 
• Secondary Support and Drilling and installation of long anchors experience

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Purpose of the job:

Tlead the Maintenance Team in the safe and cost-effective execution of the Asset Capability Assurance process through clearly defined strategies and objectives for maintenance of plant, equipment & facilities for the site.

Balanced Scorecard Pillars, Roles and Responsibilities:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT, RISK, QUALITY AND COMMUNITY

• Manage SHERQC compliance within the Department through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Information Management System (IMS) tinitiate, investigate and report SHERQC status

PEOPLE:

Manage the Department:

• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• Manage labour stability by minimising labour turnover
• Labour complement in line with budget 
• Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Department
• Manage performance against set targets and competencies
• Ensure IDP’s are linked tperformance results and implemented as per plan
• Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly)
• Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Coach and counsel people tensure improved performance levels
• Conduct recruitment interviews

CUSTOMERS:

• Jointly define annual service level agreements with site production personnel
• Put systems and controls in place that will ensure that the site is maintained:
• at specified performance and within prescribed technical & legal requirements,
• that will permit a safe and environmentally acceptable operation, and
• tmeet the required production-rated capacity at minimum life cycle costs

BUSINESS PROCESSES:

• Document and review the overall maintenance strategy on an annual basis tensure that it is aligned with the business plan
• Ensure strict adherence tmaintenance work management principles (percent planned work, adherence tschedule, number of breakdowns, number of proactive requests) tobtain maximum plant availability at minimum maintenance cost per unit produced
• Manage the Engineering Assets tensure that they produce at their designed capacity and are periodically refurbished ttheir original condition tensure optimal life
• Ensure strict adherence tthe relevant engineering standards and specifications
• Periodically audit the asset and documentation tobtain maximum standardisation of spares and new plant installations on the site

GROWTH:

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence
• Foster a climate of continuous improvement
• Develop the capability of the maintenance organisation site-wide

SHAREHOLDER VALUE:

• Manage the Departmental costs

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• B.Eng./BSc. (Eng.) Degree or Technikon Diploma 
• Government Certificate of Competency 

Additional qualifications:

• Master's Degree
• MBA/MBL
• Professional registration with ECSA