AECI is a South African based explosive and speciality chemical company focused on providing products and services to a broad spectrum of customers in the mining, manufacturing, agricultural, food and beverage, and general industrial sectors. it has regional and international businesses in Africa,South-East Asia, the USA and Australia.
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Purpose of the Job
- To entrench and uphold the AECI quality system in all areas that is implicated in the AECI quality management system with regard to compliance to ISO 9001 framework
- Provide support and guidance to implement and maintain the quality management system at the global level
Required outputs: Functional
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the quality management system by conducting quality system audits with respect to implementation, maintenance, improvement and auditing of the AECI quality management system rooted in ISO 9001
- Provide quality assurance support and advisory services
- Coaching and mentoring of Quality Champions
- Ensure production traceability data is accessible and fit for purpose in the event of product recalls and customer complaints
- Maintain contact and build good working relations with all AECI functions (global) to facilitate continuous improvement of the QMS
- Observe and ensure compliance with governance and established policies, systems, procedures and practices
- Maintain a framework of measurements that support early problem detection (DPMO)
- Support technical and quality opposite various plants and process technologies with regards to experimental design, experimental testing, plant investigations and reporting
- Maintain FMEA risk management for products and processes
- Conduct NPI audits to verify compliance to ISO requirements
- Maintain Failure Mode manuals
- Maintenance of Quality Franchise models for each AECI function
- Maintenance of Quality Champions throughout the organisation (each site)
- Support continual business improvement
- Comply with Safety, Health and Environment standards
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
- Degree in Quality Engineering, Commerce or Chemistry
- 2 – 3 years of experience in production or manufacturing (preferably explosives manufacturing)
- Quality qualification such as Lean Six Sigma and Internal Auditor certification an advantage
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality tools and techniques preferable
- Internal Auditor ISO 9001
- Appropriate ISO Quality qualification and accreditation or quality engineering background
Personal attributes
Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)
- Tenacity and assertiveness
- Good communication skills and interpersonal awareness
- Ability to function both independently and in a team matrix structure
- Critical information seeking
- Conceptual thinking
- Rational persuasion and analytical thinking
- Strong leadership skills
- Methodical, thorough and results-orientated
- Attention to details
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Job Purpose
- To manage and control shift operations for the AN Production Plant, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production in line with operational plans. The role is accountable for people, plant, and process performance during the shift, driving production targets, safety excellence, product quality, and effective coordination with maintenance and support functions.
Key Responsibilities
Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ)
- Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all SHEQ standards, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Lead daily safety interactions, toolbox talks, risk assessments, and shift handovers.
- Ensure adherence to process safety management requirements and critical controls.
- Monitor plant conditions and operational risks, taking immediate corrective action where required.
- Ensure all incidents, near misses, hazards, and non-conformances are reported and investigated.
- Promote environmental compliance and responsible operational practices.
- Ensure product quality standards and specifications are consistently achieved.
Production & Operations Management
- Manage and coordinate all shift production activities to achieve production targets and operational KPIs.
- Monitor plant performance, process parameters, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency.
- Ensure optimum utilization of plant resources, raw materials, and manpower.
- Coordinate plant start-ups, shutdowns, changeovers, and emergency responses.
- Ensure production activities are executed according to standard operating procedures.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, reliability, and cost efficiency.
- Ensure accurate production reporting and shift documentation.
People Management
- Lead, supervise, and develop shift teams to achieve operational excellence.
- Allocate work effectively and ensure adequate staffing levels during shifts.
- Manage employee performance, discipline, attendance, and conduct in line with company policies.
- Coach and mentor operators to improve competency and operational capability.
- Foster teamwork, accountability, and high-performance culture within the shift team.
- Support training and competency assessments for operators and controllers.
Maintenance & Reliability Coordination
- Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure timely resolution of equipment breakdowns and plant issues.
- Support planned maintenance execution and plant shutdown activities.
- Ensure equipment defects and reliability concerns are identified and escalated appropriately.
- Monitor plant availability and minimize unplanned downtime.
Operational Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure compliance with operational standards, ISO requirements, and statutory regulations.
- Maintain accurate shift logs, production records, downtime reports, and incident reports.
- Participate in operational reviews, audits, and improvement initiatives.
- Ensure effective communication and handover between shifts.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Matric certificate / NQF Level 4 in Chemical Operations
- National Diploma or Degree in Chemical Engineering, Production Management, Operations Management, or related technical field.
- Supervisory or management qualification will be advantageous.
Experience
- Minimum of 3-4 years’ experience in team management within a process or chemical operations environment.
- Strong understanding of maintenance planning, equipment reliability, and operational excellence.
- Proven leadership, team development, and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing/chemical plant operations.
- Knowledge of SHEQ standards and legal compliance.
- Ability to lead and motivate teams in a shift environment.
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills.
- Basic mechanical or process troubleshooting skills.
- Computer literacy (MS Office, production systems).
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Job Purpose
- To safely and efficiently operate chemical processing equipment within the Nitrates plant, ensuring that production targets, product quality standards, and Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) compliance requirements are consistently met. The role contributes to continuous improvement initiatives and supports operational excellence within the Global Operations Nitrates division.
Key Responsibilities
Plant Operations
- Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Control process parameters to ensure optimal plant performance and product quality.
- Conduct plant start-ups, shutdowns, and changeovers as required.
- Perform routine inspections and troubleshooting of plant equipment.
- Report process deviations and escalate abnormalities timeously.
Safety, Health & Environmental Compliance
- Adhere strictly to OHSA regulations, company safety standards, and site-specific procedures.
- Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks, and safety meetings.
- Identify hazards and implement corrective or preventive actions.
- Ensure compliance with environmental standards, waste management procedures, and emissions controls.
- Actively support zero-harm and incident-free operations.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure products meet required specifications and quality standards.
- Conduct sampling and basic laboratory checks where required.
- Record operational data accurately and maintain production logs.
Maintenance Support
- Perform first-line maintenance and basic equipment care.
- Report mechanical or instrumentation issues to Maintenance teams.
- Participate in planned shutdowns and statutory inspections.
Continuous Improvement
- Contribute to operational efficiency initiatives and cost-saving measures.
- Participate in improvement projects within the Nitrates division.
- Support 5S, Lean, or other operational excellence programs.
Teamwork & Communication
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance teams, and shift personnel.
- Participate in shift handovers ensuring accurate transfer of operational information.
- Support training and mentoring of junior operators where applicable.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric (Mathematics and Physical Science preferred)
- NQF Level 4 Chemical Operations qualification (advantageous/required depending on grading)
- Relevant experience in a chemical processing or manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of process control systems (DCS/SCADA advantageous)
Competencies
- Strong safety awareness
- Technical and process understanding
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving ability
- Ability to work shifts
- Team collaboration
- Accountability and reliability
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Purpose of the job
- To assist with housekeeping activities and charging of blasts.
Required outputs: Functional
- To assist the MMU Controller in managing and operating all aspects of a mobile manufacturing unit (MMU – BLEND truck) in order to meet the customer requirements with the standards and procedures as defined by AECI (OTIF).
- To Assist the MMU Controller in the carrying out of regular inspections in terms of SABS and World Class on fixed plant and MMUs to identify non-conformances and institute preventative measures as well as to achieve continuous improvement.
- Assist in all blasting related functions required (for example, measuring holes, closing or stemming of charged holes, guarding, cleaning etc.)
- Housekeeping at Site
- Cleanliness of wash bay and truck park
- Cleanliness of trucks
- Loading and unloading of products into trucks
- Assist in charging up duties on the bench
- Assist in closing or stemming of charged holes.
- Loading and unloading of packaged explosives and accessories
- To observe all legal requirements while at the depot
- To ensure MMU’s are always kept clean according to the World Class Standards
- Ability to work independently.
- All blasting related functions as required
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
- Grade 12.
- Code B driver’s licence
- Safe working practices
- Product Knowledge
- Hazardous product handling
- Must be able to obtain a red ticket health clearance
Personal attributes
Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)
- Sense of urgency
- Be able to work under pressure
- Good written and oral communication skills with all level in the organisation
- Problem solving skills
- Accuracy
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Flexible
- Team player
- Follow-up on actions for completion
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Purpose of the Job
- Manages, maintains and increases the value of the Umbogintwini services portfolio on behalf of AECI Umbogintwini, consistent with strategic plans, policies, procedures and other mandates
- Develops and enhances management structures and mechanisms to meet agreed strategic plans.
- Promotes and conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner whilst safeguarding the integrity of AECI and AECI Property Services
Roles and Responsibilities
Utilities & Infrastructure Management
- Oversee utility services including electricity, steam, water, sewage, and effluent systems.
- Ensure reliable, cost-effective, and compliant delivery of all utilities to site users.
Environmental Management
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
- Implement and monitor environmental sustainability initiatives.
Community & Stakeholder Engagement
- Manage relationships with local communities, authorities, and NGOs.
- Act as the decision-maker regarding external engagements on behalf of AECI Property Services/AECI Limited.
Laboratory Services Oversight
- Ensure laboratory services meet operational and compliance requirements.
- Support quality assurance and process efficiency through lab operations.
Rail Operations Management
- Oversee rail-related activities to ensure safe and efficient transport operations.
Safety, Health, Environment & Security (SHE)
- Lead loss prevention strategies, including safety, health, environmental, and security functions.
- Ensure achievement of company SHE goals.
Financial & Business Performance
- Accountable for achieving the AECI Property Services (APS) TP budget.
- Authorise financial expenditure up to R1,500,000.
Policy Development & Governance
- Develop and authorise policies, procedures, and objectives across all AECI Property Services departments/sections.
- Ensure compliance with company governance frameworks.
Emergency Management (EMPRO)
- Take control of emergency situations promptly.
- Coordinate all services and auxiliary functions outside the affected area’s normal command structure.
Asset Management & Strategy
- Develop strategies to protect and optimise AECI assets.
- Ensure assets remain commercially viable and operationally efficient.
Human Capital Management
- Determine appropriate manpower levels for multidisciplinary teams.
- Ensure staffing aligns with AECI’s Employment Equity (EE) Policy.
Operational Efficiency & Continuous Improvement
- Authorise and implement operational controls to improve efficiency, profitability, and asset integrity
Educational Qualifications and Experience
- BSc or BTech degree (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering)
- GCC Mechanical or Electrical (advantageous)
- Minimum of ten years engineering and commercial experience of which at least five years in a management capacity
- Minimum of five years’ experience in an industrial chemical environment.
- Workings of government and community structures
- Sound working knowledge of all aspects of a large manufacturing site
- Up-to-date on legal/mandatory issues relating to environmental, OSH Act and LRA issues
- Essentials of business; competence with respect to analyses and interpretation of financial statements
Competencies
- Professional
- Ethical
- Consistent/fair
- Customer orientated
- Team player
- Good social skills and sound people management.
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Purpose of the job
- To partner with the VP: Chemicals in developing, monitoring, governing, and evaluating the overall Business Unit’s finance strategy, financial forecasting, budgets & consolidations, planning & analysis with a focus on bottom line financial and operational performance, while enhancing investor, shareholder & stakeholder value.
- To oversee financial management, management accounting, cost and plant accounting, procurement, working capital, budgeting, capex governance, and financial reporting.
- To ensure strong financial controls, compliance, operational efficiency, and decision support to enable sustainable profitability, cash generation, and business growth.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Initiate and drive the development of the Business Unit finance strategy and annual business planning cycles to support its execution across the businesses and translate it into tangible Finance strategies, initiatives, programmes, and solutions.
- Lead and direct all aspects of financial reporting and risk management including the financial strategy and oversight of the organisation’s financial management, management accounting, mergers & acquisitions, tax management, asset management, audit, treasury, and investor relations, to minimise financial risks and support organisational sustainability.
- Build organisational capability to support the development of financial competence that supports the business structure and shareholder value to deliver financial strategic objectives.
- Act as strategic advisor to VP Chemicals to provide expert financial advice and useful financial insights to help make the best decisions about executing our business strategy.
- Oversee the financial governance and performance management of Procurement and Supply Chain activities across the Business Unit.
- Lead through influence to ensure timeous compilation of accurate and reliable business unit financial statements (and external audits) in accordance with legislation and accepted accounting procedures.
- Present annual and interim financial reports to Exco and lead the annual external audit process.
- Oversee the maintenance of appropriate financial records, financial and statutory reports, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards.
- Ensure adequate review and monitoring of fixed and working capital, including ensuring useful life and physical verifications are done
- Co-ordinating, supervising, and reviewing goodwill and PPE impairment tests annually or when indicators become evident
- Drive integrated financial and operational reporting across procurement, inventory, logistics, and manufacturing operations.
- Provide integrated operational and financial performance reporting across the Business Unit.
- Manage the budgeting and forecasting process for the Business Unit for quarterly, annual, and 3-year budgets by developing appropriate guidelines, implementing financial remedial plans, and monitoring execution of proper reporting on budget and cash flow matters.
- Drive rolling forecasts, scenario modelling, and financial outlook reporting to support strategic decision-making.
- Direct, supervise, review, and coordinate the consolidated budgets for the Business Units, and report to the Exco on major financial concerns.
- Direct, supervise, review and co-ordinate the 3-year capex budget, including regular review and monitoring against actuals and business plans. Assessing projects against business cases is also key.
- Review and challenge supply chain and procurement cost structures, sourcing strategies, and inventory investment to improve cash flow and margin performance.
- Manage the recruitment of direct subordinates and foster a high-performance culture by leading and developing a large multidisciplinary team of seasoned finance professionals to support the achievement of the Business Unit’s overall goals and objectives.
- Establish a culture of ethics and integrity in all decision making/reporting processes throughout the business
Qualifications and Experience
- Registered member of SAICA: CA (SA) or CIMA
- Minimum: Honours Degree in Accounting and or Finance
- Master’s degree in business administration and or commerce (Advantageous)
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in financial management leading a finance function in preparing and providing monthly management reports and consolidated AFS, as well as audits
- At least 8 years’ experience in a senior managerial position or proven ability to manage a large, multi-functional, complex department/business unit
- Experience in serving on senior leadership forums/Excos
- Engagement with diverse, external international stakeholders in managing legislative risk
- Leading team through transformational change to maturity and outstanding performance.
- Experience working across operations, procurement, supply chain and commercial functions
- Experience in working across a broad spectrum of industries
Personal Attributes: Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Characteristics)
- Strategic Thinking and Visionary
- Entrepreneurial & Commercial Thinking
- Governance Risk and Compliance Awareness
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement
- Results Orientation and Accountability
- Adapting & responding to change
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Purpose of the Role
- To safely and efficiently lead the operation of the Auto Bagging facilities within the Emulsions and Tank Farm Plants. The role ensures continuous, high-quality bagging and packaging of product, provides frontline supervision to operators, supports the Shift Manager, and ensures full adherence to safety, quality, and production requirements within a high-risk chemical manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Control
- Achieve shift production targets for bagged emulsion product.
- Minimise downtime through efficient operation and quick response to equipment issues.
- Maintain consistent product flow from CBEP and Auto-Bagging Plant.
- Optimise bagging line speed while protecting equipment and product quality.
- Ensure correct setup, calibration, and operation of auto-bagging machinery.
Equipment Monitoring and Maintenance Support
- Perform routine equipment checks, cleaning, adjustments, and minor repairs.
- Ensure proper functioning of weighers, sealers, conveyors and palletisers.
- Accurate reporting of equipment faults and coordination with the maintenance team.
- Reduce repetitive breakdowns through proactive action and monitoring.
Reporting and Documentation
- Accurate completion of production logs, shift reports and downtime records.
- Ensure full compliance with SOPs, work instructions, and housekeeping standards.
- Maintaining traceability and documentation for all bagged products.
- Effective shift handover communication.
- Housekeeping and Operational Discipline
- Maintain high housekeeping standards throughout all bagging areas.
- Ensure compliance with operational procedures, work instructions, and documentation requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise efficiency and reduce waste.
Minimum qualification and experienced requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- N3–N6 Electrical, Mechanical, or Instrumentation Engineering
- Chemical Plant Operations qualification
- Relevant production/manufacturing qualification (advantageous)
- SHE training (advantageous)
- 3–5 years’ experience in a chemical or high-risk manufacturing environment
- Experience operating automated bagging or packaging systems
- Exposure to emulsions, tank farm, or explosives manufacturing (advantageous)
- Experience working in shift-based production environments
Competencies & Skills
- Strong safety orientation and risk awareness
- Technical aptitude and mechanical understanding
- Problem-solving and basic troubleshooting capability
- Leadership and supervisory ability
- Attention to detail and strong quality focus
- Effective communication and reporting skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines
- Team collaboration and interpersonal effectiveness
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Purpose of the Job:
- Lead advanced chemistry research and development projects across the full mining chemicals product line.
- Develop new products and refine existing product lines and solutions to enhance performance, drive commercial growth and sustain AECI’s technical leadership in the industry.
- Provide technical support and chemistry know-how to departmental stakeholders.
Required Outputs: Functional
Research and development into minerals beneficiation reagents by:
- Executing chemistry research and development projects focussing on collectors, depressants, flocculants, dispersants, and emulsifiers
- Performing multidisciplinary chemical synthesis (organic, polymer, and applied chemistry)
- Develop new products and optimise existing product lines
- Provide technical support and chemistry know-how to departmental stakeholders
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records
- Assisting with the scale up of new processes to pilot and plant scale
- Technical assistance to production teams during plant trials or troubleshoot plant conditions
- Preparing technical reports and presentations to senior management and peers
- Ensure adherence to good laboratory practices
- Literature surveys and information gathering
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
- Matric / Grade 12
- Post Graduate Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry or related
- 3 to 8 years in a chemical R&D or industrial lab environment with relevant R&D experience in chemistry, mineral processing, or related applied science environments
- Experience in chemical formulation and synthesis, laboratory experimentation and scale-up support, analytical techniques (e.g. HPLC, GC, FTIR, GC-MS, etc.) and problem-solving in applied/industrial context
- Excellent understanding of the Safety & Health process
- Fully Computer Literate
- A valid driver’s licence, access to a reliable vehicle, and a willingness to travel as needed
Personal Attributes
- Communication skills
- Analytical skills
- Attention to detail
- Writing ability
- Teamwork
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Purpose of the job
- To operate, manage and maintain all aspects of a mobile manufacturing unit in order to meet the customers’ requirements within the standards and procedures as defined by AECI.
Required outputs: Functional
- Managing and operating all aspects of a mobile manufacturing unit (MMU) in order to meet the customer requirements with the standards and procedures as defined by AECI.
- Carry out regular inspections in terms of SABS and World Class on fixed plant and MMU to identify non-conformances and institute preventative measures as well as to achieve continuous improvement.
- Assist in eliminating all sources of waste and controlling of operating costs within the budgeted parameters.
- Assist in ensuring that the region delivers on financial requirements as agreed within the annual budget.
- Assist in closing or stemming of charged holes.
- Complete minor maintenance on MMU when required.
- Ensure Quality products are supplied.
- To maintain vehicle records in the MMU’s.
- To ensure MMU’s are submitted for services according to maintenance schedules.
- To ensure monthly maintenance is carried out according to World Class standard.
- To ensure MMU is kept clean at all times.
- To assist FSS in ensuring MMU licensing and roadworthiness are always up to date.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Valid Code EC Drivers Licence is essential (please attach a copy of your driver’s licence to your application).
- The applicants must be able to obtain a Red Ticket and a PrDP.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Must be able to pass Psychomotor assessment
Personal attributes
Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)
- Communication skills
- Team player
- Accuracy
- Sense of urgency
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to meet deadlinesWork independently
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