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• Lead the development and execution of trade marketing & branding strategies. This role is responsible for bridging the gap between brand awareness and trade execution, ensuring that our brand not only shows up powerfully in-market but also resonates across all trade channels.
• This involves market research, campaign development, budget management, and performance analysis.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or any other related business field, an MBA with a specialization in Marketing or Strategic Management would be advantageous.
• At least 5 years of working experience in a trade marketing or brand management
• position within a fastpacked and dynamic business environment, preferably as support personnel for senior Management.
• Proven experience in building brands and executing strategies in a trade environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate it into action.
• Business development skills/experience & Project management.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

Brand Strategy & Execution

• Lead and manage Afrimat Cement’s overall brand positioning, visual identity and voice across all touchpoints.
• Develop integrated marketing campaigns that strengthen the brand presence in the trade environment.
• Create and implement brand and trade marketing plans aligned with business objectives.

Trade Marketing & Channel Alignment

• Ensure consistent brand visibility and messaging in all retail and trade environments.
• Collaborate closely with sales, distribution, and retail partners to drive channel-specific marketing.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (sales, operations, product) and external partners (retailers, agencies, suppliers).
• Act as the key liaison between the brand team and the commercial/trade teams to ensure alignment and relevance in all trade-facing activities.

Research & Insights

• Conduct regular market research and trade analysis to identify opportunities, challenges, and emerging trends.
• Gather trade and customer feedback to inform campaign development and product positioning
• Monitor competitor activity in the market and proactively adapt strategies

Project Management & Execution

• Oversee execution of all trade and brand marketing projects from concept to roll-out.
• Ensure all campaigns are on-brand, on-budget, and delivered on time.
• Manage agency relationships and coordinate creative asset development where needed.

Reporting & ROI

• Define key KPIs and report on the effectiveness of marketing activities and campaigns
• Continuously measure performance and optimise strategies based on results
• Deliver regular marketing performance updates to senior leadership.

Closing Date: 22 August 2025

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Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Skills:

• Matric (Grade 12).
• N3 relevant to Trade.
• Red Seal Trade Test Certificate (Boilermaker).
• Valid RSA driver’s license.
• Experience in Boiler making with various disciplines is advantageous such as fitting and electrical.
• Must have good interpersonal skills.
• Must have good leadership qualities.
• Be able to work under pressure, independently and in a team.
• Must be plant maintenance and fabrication orientated with at least five (5) years’ experience.
• Knowledge of Maintenance Management Methods.
• Experience in mining and/or heavy machinery and facilities involving complex production processes.
• Medically fit in terms of the Mine Health & Safety Act.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Conduct route inspections in assigned areas of responsibility to identify defects and generate work orders for the repair work to be scheduled.
• Works closely with the maintenance supervisor by providing necessary information to improve work practices and procedures.
• Fabrication of plate-work for replacement, repairs or modification of existing equipment.
• Construction and erection of approved new installations in the plant.
• Attend breakdowns, investigates root causes of failures and records feedback for the planner to capture them for continuous improvement in systems and procedures.
• Conducts regular maintenance on plants and equipment according to the maintenance plan.
• Participate in major breakdowns and planned shutdowns performing delegated repairs and other tasks for extended periods of overtime.
• Does standby duties on back-shift, public holidays and weekends on a rotational basis with other artisans.
• Maintains good housekeeping standards by keeping the working area neat and tidy.
• Maintains safe working conditions and always follows safe-working practices, ensuring all those around him do the same.
• Participates in safety and environmental improvement programs including near-miss reporting and submitting suggestions for improvement.
• Proposes modifications to equipment for better performance or safety improvements to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Performs any other reasonable tasks when requested by Engineering Supervisor

Closing Date: 22 August 2025

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Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Skills:

• Grade 12
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid ADT operator’s certificate
• Be literate and functionally numerate
• 3-5 years’ experience as an ADT Operator
• Experience in working in remote mining sites and in a cross-cultural working environment
• Knowledgeable of Mine Health and Safety Act requirements
• Able to work under pressure
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to safely work, day and night shifts on a rotational basis
• Able to work in harsh weather conditions

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Safely Operate an ADT machine to Load / move materials as instructed
• Perform required inspection and basic maintenance of ADT to ensure safe operating condition of the ADT
• Follow safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Maintain accurate records of ADT activities and report any safety concerns or equipment issues
• Prepare accesses, work areas and surfaces
• Remain vigilant to avoid potential safety hazards when operating the machine
• Keep the machine clean and fill up with fuel and grease as required
• General work on site when required (none operating)

Closing Date: 22 August 2025

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Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Skils:

• Grade 12
• BSC Mechanical Engineering Degree
• Valid Driver’s License
• A minimum of five years’ management experience within a mining, process plant, manufacturing environment
• Knowledge and experience of maintenance planning and cost centre control
• Sound multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge and experience associated with mechanical, electrical, electronics, and structural infrastructure and systems
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic equipment and engineering principles in heavy machinery industry
• Good knowledge and experience of overall plant processes and operational systems
• Technical knowledge required for in-depth Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) investigations
• Diagnosing, analysing, and reporting skills
• Process, plant and equipment optimization
• Ability to work independently within set targets
• People management and communication skills

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Manage programs that monitor all equipment’s operational and conditional status
• Create trends and compile trend data for component level conditions
• Oil analysis monitoring – coordinate approach to oil analysis, trends, create database of lubricants in use vs recommended
• Implement maintenance projects to improve plant reliability of processing plant and mobile equipment
• Lifting equipment and machinery
• Workshop Stores with hazardous chemicals and oil storage areas
• Diesel Installations and dispensing facilities
• Structural Integrity: Design, Installation, Repair, Removal and Replacement
• On Site Traffic Management Systems. Ability to work independently within set targets

Closing Date: 22 August 2025

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Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Attributes

• Business Administration, NDip, Procurement or Bookkeeping certificate will be advantageous
• Drivers License and reliable transport
• Technical Training in Microsoft Office
• Minimum 5 years in a similar role (Mining or Construction)
• Knowledge of E.R.P. systems (preferably AccPac and On-Key, Sage X3)
• The incumbent must be able to work under pressure in a fast paced and dynamic environment and must be able to work independently as well in a team environment
• Must be South African citizen
• Must be declared fit by an Occupational Medical Practitioner to perform work on a mine
• in line with the code of Practice to Perform Work on a Mine and Mines Health and Safety Act
• Disciplined individual that have excellent time keeping skills, have a good record of work attendance and sober habits
• Must be willing to work overtime as and when required to do so and be available to work standby
• Must display ability to read, write and communicate in English

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• The position is responsible for effectively and productively executing all assigned pricing, procurement and order expediting activities
• Sourcing & Procurement activities including the administration of the procurement function
• End User Requirements interpretation
• Pricing enquiries
• Tender adjudication & Vendor selection
• Issue resolution
• Order expediting
• General Sourcing & Procurement activities
• Knowledge of BBBEE procurement requirements

Closing Date: 29 August 2025

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Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Requirements

• Red Seal Millwright Trade Certificate (mandatory).
• Valid Code EB or higher driver’s license (mandatory).
• Age between 24 and 30 years (mandatory).
• Own tools including multi-meter and clamp meter (mandatory)
• Basic PLC programming and SCADA integration knowledge preferred (mandatory).
• Must have broad knowledge and experience on conveyer belts, gearboxes, screw conveyor, bucket elevators and crushers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
• 1–2 years mining or heavy industry experience advantageous but not essential; attitude and eagerness to learn are paramount.
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite) and basic welding ability (mandatory).
• Position carries a 2.9.2 Legal Appointment as per mining regulations (mandatory).
• Must be a South African citizen (mandatory).
• Medically fit and certified by an Occupational Medical Practitioner to perform work on a mine in compliance with the Code of Practice and Mine Health and Safety Act (mandatory).
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing, climbing, and manual handling.
• Maintain neatness, tidiness, and good housekeeping in the work area.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, dynamic maintenance team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Maintain mechanical, electrical, PLC automation, and instrumentation systems across two plants.
• Plan, install, wire, and program new PLC systems with SCADA integration in collaboration with the Senior Electrician.
• Perform fault-finding, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Fabricate parts and conduct basic welding as required.
• Order parts and equipment as needed to ensure uninterrupted plant operation
• Complete all required documentation, including inspection sheets and maintenance logs.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Participate in overtime and standby duties on a rotational basis.
• Comply with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and promote a safe work environment.
• Good knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessments, and safety audits per MHSA requirements

Closing Date: 29 August 2025

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Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Requirements

• Red Seal Fitter & Turner trade certificate with N2 certificate (mandatory)
• Age between 24 and 30 years (mandatory)
• Must have broad knowledge and experience on conveyer belts, gearboxes, screw conveyor, bucket elevators and different types of crushers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
• 1–2 years mining or heavy industry experience advantageous but not essential; attitude and eagerness to learn are paramount
• Own tools including Lath measuring instruments (mandatory)
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite) and
• Good knowledge of all types of welding and metals (mandatory)
• Position carries a 2.9.2 Legal Appointment as per mining regulations (mandatory)
• Must be a South African citizen (mandatory).
• Medically fit and certified by an Occupational Medical Practitioner to perform work on a
• mine in compliance with the Code of Practice and Mine Health and Safety Act (mandatory).
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing, climbing, and manual handling.
• Maintain neatness, tidiness, and good housekeeping in the work area.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, dynamic maintenance team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Meet with the Maintenance Manager and Production staff to discuss maintenance/engineering breakdowns in the plant.
• Perform fault-finding, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical equipment.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools as well as measuring instruments and reassemble equipment.
• Must have a broad knowledge of Conveyer Belts, Gearboxes, Bearings, Pumps,
• Crushers (4¼ cone crushers, Sandvik cone crushers, Metso HP crushers, Tel smith cone crushers, Osborn 44H, Jaw crushers, VSI Crushers) and Screens.
• Perform other maintenance actions, following checklists.
• Executing daily planned task maintenance (PM maintenance scheduling and ensures all mechanical equipment operates to required OPP’s OEE’s)
• Identifying root causes of mechanical dysfunction and repairing same using appropriate and cost-effective solutions.
• Fabricate parts on lath and conduct basic welding as required.
• Ensuring safe work practices and compliance with all safety, health and environmental
• (SHE) legislation specifically the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHS Act).
• Fine tuning plant maintenance and repair systems in conjunction with production andengineering staff to ensure optimal plant throughout whilst maintaining required level of plant safety.
• Completion of all required paperwork and submission of all required reports.
• Ensuring a good example of housekeeping, safety standards and leadership.

Closing Date: 29 August 2025