Fresh Jobs at Tharisa

Purpose of Role

• To provide comprehensive recruitment services to hiring managers to ensure a streamlined and efficient recruitment process. Provide support in the development of a pool of qualified candidates, by collaborating with the recruitment team, conducting interviews, and contributing to the company's diversity initiatives, to source top industry talent, managing client relationships, and implementing innovative recruiting approaches.

Role Context

Recruitment and Selection Management

• Collaborate with the Hiring Managers so as to understand their recruitment needs and verify job requirements as indicated in the job descriptions, to ensure the accurate advertisement of available positions.
• Develop a pool of qualified candidates by employing various sourcing strategies, including passive candidate sourcing and individual methodologies, to meet the needs of the available positions.
• Work collaboratively with the broader recruitment team to determine appropriate sourcing strategies and share insights to enhance overall recruitment efforts.
• Conduct preliminary phone interviews/screens with selected candidates using behavioural-based interview techniques, to validate skills, experience and knowledge in relation to position requirements.
• Build a winning Talent Relationship (TR) strategy by staying ahead of business needs, to search for a diverse pool of top industry talent using various recruiting methods.
• Manage full life cycle recruitment efforts, from candidate sourcing to offer negotiation and onboarding, to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
• Manage client relationships, addressing their recruitment needs, and providing a high level of service to hiring managers.
• Handle daily responsibilities, including active and passive candidate sourcing, client management, and administrative tasks, to maintain a well-functioning recruitment process.
• Seek opportunities to remove obstacles in the recruitment process and implement complex and unique recruiting approaches, so as to contribute to process improvement by recommending solutions to leadership.

Reporting and data analytics

• Contribute to the analytics of recruitment data towards producing weekly and monthly reports

Resource Management

• Determine resource needs within own area of responsibility to achieve individual role outcomes.
• Request required assets and resources for the fulfilment of work duties to attain quality work outputs.
• Use assets and resources optimally within own area of responsibility.

Stakeholder Relations

• Engage with all relevant Departments on issues of the area of specialisation, as directed by the Manager.
• Communicate with internal and/or external stakeholders, where required, to achieve work objectives and to maintain relationships.
• Create and maintain strong networking relationships with internal customers and external talent sources, so as to contribute to a robust talent pipeline.
• Play a key role in supporting the company's diversity initiatives, by focusing on networking and talent acquisition, to ensure a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Build networks to find qualified passive candidates, including attendance at networking events on behalf of the company and organising internal roadshows, to explain recruitment and upcoming positions.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• Diploma (NQF6) or equivalent in Human Resources Management
• Advantageous: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) or equivalent in Human Resources Management

Job-specific experience:

• Minimum of 2-3 years recruitment experience within the Mining or similar Industry
• Ability to work with the full Microsoft suite (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience/Exposure on MS Dynamics F&O, Reporting tools: MS Power BI

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Purpose of Role

• To conduct daily and weekly Reverse Circulation (RC) drilling operations, using RC drilling equipment according to procedure, to ensure well-fragmented drilled rocks. To work under supervision and report on work progress, ensuring operations meet set targets which support the production of quantity and quality geological samples to the planned drill depth.

Role Context

Compliance, Risk and Safety

• Attend daily safety meetings (Toolbox talks) with the RC Drilling Foreman to discuss risk assessments prior to any drilling work being conducted, to identify and report any substandard conditions.
• Participate in all safety initiatives and attend safety meetings to support identification and reporting of any safety hazards and unsafe work practices.
• Participate in risk assessments, including checking safe usage of drilling equipment and proper usage of PPE, to support the maintenance of a safe working environment.
• Support a safe work environment, by checking the RC Rig prior to starting operations, marking items according to the pre-checklist to ensure all safety measures are met.
• Sign the Safety Declaration, together with the Foreman and RC Drilling team, prior to starting drilling operations, to indicate the block to be drilled has passed the safety inspection.
• Check the block to be drilled is barricaded off prior to drilling to prevent injuries or accidents.

 RC Drilling Operations

• Conduct RC drilling operations, in accordance with established procedures and safety protocols, priorities, and maintain high levels of productivity by efficiently completing drilling tasks within specified timeframes and achieving set targets.
• Optimize drilling techniques to maximise drilling rates while maintaining accuracy and precision in sample collection.
• Measure each drilled hole, using relevant equipment, to check holes are drilled to the correct depth according to the drill plan (depth counter and Rockma system).
• Strictly adhere to safety protocols and procedures, including the drill plan, during drilling operations to minimise accidents, injuries and equipment damage.
• Employ proper drilling techniques and monitor sample integrity throughout the process to ensure the collection of high-quality samples.
• Adhere to sample labelling and recording protocols to maintain accurate data for analysis.
• Conduct regular quality control checks on drilling parameters and equipment performance to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Continuously observe and maintain the drilling cadence of the machine monitoring for drill chip quality, dust and inefficiency.
• Plug holes and discard sample remains according to procedure, to support site rehabilitation. 
• Remove rods upon drilling completion, ensuring there is no contamination or damage to other drill holes.   

Resource Management

• Determine resource needs within own area of responsibility to achieve individual role outcomes.
• Request required assets and resources for the fulfilment of work duties to attain quality work outputs.
• Use assets and resources optimally within own area of responsibility.
• Inspect equipment, reporting on those reaching the end of their lifespan to management, to ensure proper functioning.

Stakeholder Relations

• Engage with all relevant Departments on issues of the area of specialisation, as directed by the Manager.
• Communicate with internal and/or external stakeholders, where required, to achieve work objectives and to maintain relationships.
• Communicate with the Survey team to receive instructions on where to plot the drill holes.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• Grade 12 (NQF4)

Certifications:

• A certificate in Drilling Fundamentals will be advantageous

Job-specific experience:

• Minimum five (5) years of RC drilling experience in the mining environment
• Knowledge of Rockma system will be advantageous

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Purpose of Role

• To lead, manage and oversee the protection services operations and optimisation efforts in Tharisa Minerals (TM) by contributing to the development and implementation of strategy, policies, processes and protocols to minimise and mitigate risks related to the security of employees and company assets in alignment with TM’s policies and procedures whilst ensuring compliance with local and international security standards.

Role Context

Operational Management

• Provide input to strategic plans of the section by compiling comprehensive operational plans, converting the Department into an enabler of the overall business strategy of the organisation.
• Keep abreast of changes in relevant guidelines and other legislation, to make recommendations where policies, processes and/or procedures require amendment.
• Develop, enhance and implement policies, processes and Operational procedures that are within the respective Department aimed at the enhancement of service delivery and overall productivity within the Department.
• Co-develop and drive the implementation of comprehensive security strategies by creating security plans, risk assessment registers and develop contingency plans in alignment with the organisation’s goals and objective.
• Oversee the development of risk assessments by driving the identification of threats and formulate strategies to manage the threats in order to create a safe and secure environment.
• Develop and drive the implementation of plans and procedures by setting up effective investigation protocols to deal with organised crime and ensure collection and administration of court admissible evidence for submission.
• Drive the recommendation, adoption and application of the Section 252A of the Criminal Procedure Act. To ensure an effective prevention, detection and investigation of crime and ensure all evidence gathered is admissible in court.  
• Oversee the investigation of priority crimes by establishing effective partnership policing policies and procedures to ensure a reduction of priority crimes and therefore protecting company assets and interests.
• Act as the main witness and administrator of all investigation dockets to validate and ensure submission of court admissible evidence in order to obtain prosecution in line with SA criminal law and TM’s policies and regulations.
• Lead investigation into security incidents including theft, breaches, safety violations and misconduct by overseeing the gathering of evidence, conducting interviews and collaborating with law enforcement authorities to prosecute offenders.
• Develop and manage crime intelligence analysis and reporting procedures to ensure effective and proper investigation of all priority crimes reported.

Financial Management

• Analyse all relevant Department data and report on Departmental trends and operating requirements so as to determine funding requirements for the financial year.
• Monitor short-term Departmental budgets by scrutinising and aligning spend within the Department, to support and drive effective and efficient functioning within budgetary constraints.
• Monitor Departmental expenditure against budget allocations, requesting appropriate reallocation as required, to manage the prevention of unnecessary spend.
• Comply with all financial, Supply Chain Management (SCM) and other Tharisa Minerals (TM) regulations and policies by facilitating the right actions, to reduce financial risk in the Department.
• Collate and coordinate the sourcing and utilisation of the budget for the department and ensure effective and efficient expenditure to maintain cost control in area of accountability.

People Management

• Create and maintain a conducive work environment by appropriately applying Human Resources policies and procedures to ensure optimum performance is realised for the benefit of the Department and, by extension, the organisation.
• Lead the team according to TM’s leadership principles and values throughout the entire employee life cycle (performance management, reward etc) to ensure, inter alia, a high-performance culture.
• Oversee day-to-day security operations and people management including the deployment and management of security personnel and resources to ensure performance standards are met.
• Oversee the supervising of security staff, conduct performance evaluations to identify skills gap and recommend and influence training interventions and programmes to optimise performance and skills development.
• Provide leadership and direction to the security team by enabling direct reports to manage the hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating staff performance to maintain a high level of security effectiveness.

Stakeholder Relations

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure information, advice or opinions on relevant matters is made available and/or communicated with all relevant stakeholders, to manage expectations and timelines.
• Utilise opportunities presented to enhance the relationship between management, unions and employees, and implement processes to maximise a collaborative working relationship.
• Establish and maintain relationships with relevant security organisations, regulatory agencies, law enforcement authorities (SAPS) and community leaders to ensure effective communication in the effort to minimise criminal elements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address security concerns, share information and put proactive security and risk mitigation measures in place to foster a safe working environment.

Process and Technology

• Oversee the management of the TM technical aspects of the security operations including but not limited to the electronic room, CCTV operations, Digital Security Systems, Drone operations and Biometric systems.
• Drive the monitoring and evaluation of existing security systems including surveillance cameras, access control systems (boom gate) and alarm systems to ensure effective utilisation and control protocols.
• Lead the adoption and integration of new technology systems such as biometric systems and drone surveillance to ensure
• Keep abreast of industry trends, technologies and best practice in mine protection and security to remain aware of syndicates and mitigate potential security risks.
• Lead the development, monitoring and continuous evaluation of new strategies, protocols, tools and technologies and provide recommendations to enhance security operations and minimise risks.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Safety Risk Management or equivalent

Certifications:

• PSIRA Grade A Certificate
• Firearm competency certificate

Job-specific experience:

• 8 – 10 years’ experience in a similar environment with at least 5 years in a Senior Management role
• Experience/Exposure on MS Dynamics F&O, Reporting tools: MS Power BI

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Purpose of Role

• Surveillance Technician is responsible for installing, monitoring, repairing, and troubleshooting security systems. The duties and responsibilities include assessing the location’s current security system and recommending the appropriate upgrades or providing advice on how to develop systems for Protection Services Offices. To ensure CCTV infrastructure maintenance,configuration and testing of network devices.

Role Context

Operational Tasks

• Proficient in installing and maintaining surveillance systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair technical issues and maintain.
• Knowledge of network protocols and security standards.
• Experience with CCTV, IP cameras, and DVR systems.
• Assist in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing systems and or/ equipment.
• Position requires technician to participate in an on-call rotation schedule.
• Technician would be available to answer client calls after normal working hours on weekend/holidays depending on the rotation order.
• Responsible for updating team lead on the status of all work performed daily.
• Notify team lead of any materials needed to complete duties.
• Perform additional Security Technician related functions as assigned by the team lead and deemed within the general skill and ability level of a productive Security Technician in the company.
• Familiarity with local and state regulations related to surveillance.
• Create and execute test cases based on team/business requirements to ensure quality delivery of solutions prior to deployment.
• Partner with IT and Project Planning teams to improve existing processes to ensure all requirements are met.
• Assess, research, analyse and document Project/Resource Planning processes and systems to recommend solutions that meet sponsor/ stakeholder needs.
• Help identify any resource conflicts as it pertains to Protection Services and test schedules.
• Assist in simple data requests to extract production data and multi-load/insert to test environment.
• Assist in test environment databases/test data purge process.

Resource Management:

• Provide input into required changes in resources (financial or non-financial) to enable the achievement of team and/or own objectives.
• Monitor the use of assets and resources within the team and own area of responsibility, to ensure assets and resources are consistently and appropriately utilised and managed.
• Provide staff with day-to-day direction and tasks aligned with Departmental procedures, to enable the usage of less resources more efficiently.

Stakeholder Relations

• Communicate with all relevant Departments on issues of the area of speciality. Liaise across the relevant Departments by engaging with the appropriate stakeholders to ensure all stakeholders remain abreast of Departmental objectives, any potential derailers are appropriately managed and duplication of work is avoided.
• Communicate with internal and/or external stakeholders, where required, to achieve work objectives and to maintain relationships.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• A+
• N+
• Low voltage electrical license preferred or alternatively an experienced Security Filed Service Technician who is in process of obtaining their license.
• Valid C1 Driver’s License 

Job specific experience:

• 3 years field work experience.
• Installing and servicing CCTV, DVR systems, alarms and security systems in mining environments.
• Broad deep tech knowledge across consumer facing, business facing, infrastructure and software.
• Proficiency on software applications including but not limited to Microsoft, Excel Word, and Visio

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Purpose of Role

• The Protection Services Drone and Surveillance Supervisor will be responsible supervising, monitoring and operating the CCTV cameras and associated equipment in the CCTV Control Room. Managing associated alarms and call monitoring, ensure the safety and security of people and property within public areas and other facilities via surveillance of the CCTV network.

Role Context

Operational Tasks

• Supervise the operations, monitor and operate the CCTV cameras and associated equipment in the CCTV Control Room
• Follow protocols for maintaining the security of the CCTV Control Room and its facilities
• Report any incidents that occur immediately to the Police Incident Control Room via a dedicated link, and/or report to other relevant agency and provide support/commentary to the Police and/or other relevant agency.
• Maintain accurate records of data recordings and events, using incident reporting software
• Participate in personal training and development in order to maintain understanding of current CCTV legislation and regulation
• Assist the Police in respect of preparation of evidence and other activities associated with attendance at Court as a witness.
• Reports on issues relating to surveillance risk management and coordination of surveillance operations
• Provide recorded media to authorized personnel
• Provide assistance in displaying and exhibiting the CCTV services to interested parties
• Participate in team briefings, operator working groups and the Employee Development and Performance Management Schemes to work more closely with management and other agencies in the development and administration of the service
• At all times must maintain and respect the security and sensitivity of the service.
• Comply with the adopted Code of Practice and service operational procedures at all times, breaches of which will result in disciplinary action being taken.
• To be aware of and implement the Councils Equal Opportunities Policy

People Management:

•  Supervise and support the team according to TM’s leadership principles and values throughout the entire employee life cycle (performance management, reward etc) to ensure, inter alia, a high-performance culture.

Resource Management:

• Provide input into required changes in resources (financial or non-financial) to enable the achievement of team and/or own objectives.
• Monitor the use of assets and resources within the team and own area of responsibility, to ensure assets and resources are consistently and appropriately utilised and managed.
• Provide staff with day-to-day direction and tasks aligned with Departmental procedures, to enable the usage of less resources more efficiently.

Stakeholder Relations

• Communicate with all relevant Departments on issues of the area of speciality. Liaise across the relevant Departments by engaging with the appropriate stakeholders to ensure all stakeholders remain abreast of Departmental objectives, any potential derailers are appropriately managed and duplication of work is avoided.
• Communicate with internal and/or external stakeholders, where required, to achieve work objectives and to maintain relationships.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• Security Management Certificate will be advantageous (NQF 5)
• PSIRA Grade B
• Remote Pilot Certificate
• Valid Driver’s License
• Control room certificate or Surveillance Certificate  

Job specific experience:

• Minimum of three years’ experience in CCTV Surveillance role of which two years must be in a Mining Environment.

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Purpose of Role

• The Procurement Officer is integral to securing the smooth functioning of the mining company's operations through proficient and effective procurement of essential goods, services, and equipment. The role encompasses tasks such as sourcing, negotiation, and maintaining supplier connections, all aimed at achieving timely and cost-efficient acquisition of materials and services essential for mining activities. Central to the mining operations, the procurement officer assumes a pivotal role in orchestrating the procurement process. This role hinges on the adept management of procurement strategies, supplier interactions, and adherence to industry regulations. The Procurement Officer's significance lies in ensuring the company's operational seamlessness through effective procurement of goods, services, and equipment. The role's scope covers procurement process management, inventory, vendor engagement, and contract discussions, all geared towards optimizing costs, quality, and delivery schedules.

Role Context

Sourcing and Supplier Management

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting market research and supplier assessments
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, and ensuring adherence to agreements
• Continuously monitor supplier performance, quality, and delivery schedules. Procurement Process
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand procurement needs and specifications
• Manage end-to-end procurement process, including requisition, sourcing, bidding, negotiation, purchase order creation, and contract management
• Assist with periodic exercises to test the emergency preparedness of the facilities

Procurement Process

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand procurement needs and specifications
• Manage end-to-end procurement process, including requisition, sourcing, bidding, negotiation, purchase order creation, and contract management
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• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and specifications, ensuring alignment with company goals and budget constraints

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and finalize procurement contracts, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance
• Monitor contract terms and conditions, track deliverables, and resolve any contractual disputes. Cost Management
• Monitor and manage procurement budgets, analyse spending patterns, and identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high-quality standards 
• Mitigate and reduce Maverick Spend

Inventory Management

•  Collaborate with warehouse and inventory teams to ensure efficient stock levels and minimize excess inventory
•  Monitor inventory turnover and recommend adjustments to procurement strategies
•  Collaborate with relevant departments to maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess stock 

Risk Management

•  Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions
•  Stay updated on industry regulations and trends affecting procurement and supply chain activities
•  Monitor supplier performance to ensure consistent quality and adherence to agreements
•  Stay informed about changes in regulations and industry standards that might impact procurement operations.

Ethics and Compliance

• Ensure procurement activities adhere to ethical and compliance standards, company policy and procedures including the MPRDA, Mining Charter 2018, and BEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) and all Law requirements in South Africa
• Ensure that actions and decisions taken do not bring the company into disrepute 

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Collect and analyse procurement data to identify areas for process improvement and cost savings
• Generate regular reports on procurement metrics and key performance indicators
• Proficient in MS suite, Excel, Word, etc.  

Purchase Order Processing

•  Generate and process purchase orders for required goods and services
•  Expedite, monitor, and track order status to ensure timely execution of on-time delivery in full (OTDF)

Documentation and Reporting?

•  Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and supplier information
•  Generate regular reports on procurement activities, including cost analysis, savings, and supplier performance 

Requirements
Qualifications

• Grade 12 Matric Certifications
• Relevant Procurement and supply Chain Qualification (Preferred) 
• Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) 
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) 

Job-Specific Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience, preferably in the Mining or Heavy Industry environment