Job Vacancies at AECI Limited

Purpose of the job:

• To identify areas of improvement in current manufacturing equipment processes. Provide manufacturing insight on new projects and implement new automation and manufacturing standards for projects.

Required outputs: Functional

Support of existing equipment 

Provide technical support to current legacy equipment and systems by:

• Supporting and continuously improving the current control systems.
• Upgrading / improving PLC software and HMI designs.
• Understanding and supporting all mechanical aspects of the equipment.
• Oversee and assist the Automation Technician where required with the following:
• Building and repairing of test equipment.
• Plant equipment repairs and installation
• Maintenance and repairs of jigs and fixtures at suppliers.
• Ensuring that equipment is calibrated and in working order.
• Maintaining test equipment for use in production facilities.
• Provide remote technical plant support for local and international plants.
• Understanding and designing of wiring diagrams on E-Plan.

Development and interaction with automation suppliers 

• Keeping abreast of new product development in R&D.
• Provide manufacturing insight to projects where new products are developed or major changes are made to existing products, this is done with the intention of influencing product or process design early in the product development life cycle- DFM (Design for Manufacture).
• Engagement and involved with external automation partners
• Provide support to outsourced automation companies
• Help create documentation such as a user requirement specification.
• Provide technical assistance, commissioning oversight, integration into current systems.
• Provide long-term support to manufacturing and automation projects implemented through outsourced companies.

General

• Identify potential areas of improvement in current manufacturing equipment or processes.
• Gain a good understanding of the entire Detnet supply chain in order to assist in providing input to long term automation and manufacturing strategies
• Play a key role in the development of new systems from an Automation Engineering aspect.
• Constantly develop skills of a technical nature to be an expert in the field of automation.
• Investigate and evaluate equipment to be used in international installations to ensure it will comply with the applicable site / country standards
• Ensure documentation created for test equipment is ISO 9000 complaint 
• Assist the current manufacturing personnel with new Automation and Manufacturing standards for projects
• Assist in creating a framework of how engineering type projects are run within manufacturing, covering aspects such as Software standards, documentation, project planning framework templates for automation, creating standards for parts and processes, commissioning procedures and sign offs.
• Knowledge transfer
• Actively engage with senior personnel on the manufacturing team to expand knowledge base of the current systems and standards.
• Share relevant knowledge of the manufacturing processes and systems to other team members to raise the level of technical capabilities of the team.

Requirements: Qualifications and Experience

• Ideal qualification BEng in Mechatronics, a BTECH or Advanced Diploma in Mechatronics, Electronics or Electrical Engineering (light current) will be considered.
• 5-8 years’ experience in working in an automation environment
• A minimum of 3-4 years’ work experience involved in the design aspect of automated machines, demonstrating mechanical, electrical, software and control engineering skills.
• Experience in working with Beckhoff and Festo PLCs.
• Experience in PLC programming and HMI designing 
• Experience in Pneumatic Control Systems (understanding, installing, and writing programmes). 
• Experience in Festo Vision Systems. 
• Proficient in Profinet, Modbus TCP and Ethernet IP protocols. 
• SSH using Linux commands. 
• Experience in using E-plan. 
• Experience in electronic initiation systems in the mining industry is advantageous.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent analytical skill and problem-solving skills.
• Able to delegate and manage work assignments to appropriate resources.
• Must be able to travel locally and internationally.
• Must have own transport and valid driver’s license. 

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Purpose of the job

• Chemicals operations have 8 facilities with various business stakeholders. This role is to provide comprehensive and structured administration support to Chemicals Operations Management

Required output

Functional

• Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to Operations Management.
• Coordinate and maintain operations / manufacturing excellence standards, matrices, reporting and tools across 8 AECI Chemical Plants.
• Provided comprehensive administrative and operational support to Operations management
• Coordinate and maintain Operations / Manufacturing Excellence standards, matrices, reporting and tools across 8 AECI Chemicals plants 
• Develop and maintain tools to monitor and track manufacturing excellence governance and initiatives 
• Efficiently coordinate Head of Operations processes, systems, governances, cadences to manage eight (8) AECI Chemical facilities and businesses. 
• Efficiently coordinate admin associated with Head of Operations multiple business / plants’ stakeholder.
• Support Head of Operations to plan, organise, direct and control the work activities of the team members in order to provide prompt and efficient services to internal customers, i.e. employees, MANCO, EXCO, Customers, Community and other stakeholders.
• Through routine structured views, identify, report and implement improvements
• Logistics and Calendar Management: Schedule appointments, meetings, and events, ensuring sufficient preparation time for the Head of Operations / Executive.
• Communication Handling: support and enable efficient management of communications for Operations
• Record keeping and document Management: Maintain and organise important documents, contracts, and files.
• Research: Gather information and data on various topics related to he senior manager’s work.
• Meeting Support: Attend meetings, take notes and minutes, and ensure follow-up on action items.
• Stakeholder Management: Proficient and proactive stakeholder engagement for seamless interphase and integration management. 
• Report writing and presentations preparations: Initiate draft report and presentations

Requirements

Qualifications and expertise required (Must)

• Matric / Grade 12
• Further Education certificate / qualifications (advantageous)
• Experience required 3-5 years relevant experience in an administration role.
• Advanced computer literacy MS Excel, MS Word and PowerPoint.
• SAP Knowledge
• Operations Manufacturing Environmental Experience
• Operational Manufacturing Excellence elements awareness
• Environmental and safety awareness
• Basic awareness of Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Basic Administration Capability

Personal Attributes

Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)

• Attention to detail
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
   

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Purpose of the job:

• To provide general day-to-day administration and co-ordination of ongoing Human Capital activities in line with policy, legislation, and people requirements.

Required outputs: Functional

• Provide a complete recruitment support including advertising, scheduling interviews, conducting background checks etc.
• Support the onboarding, induction and offboarding processes.
• Support human capital programme implementation.
• Provide support to line management in managing performance management processes.
• Ensure adherence of line management to human capital set deadlines for various reports.
• Provide administrative support for disciplinary and grievance processes
• Assist with handling employee queries
• Assist with maintaining training records and attendance registers
• Ensure all human capital data capturing and record keeping integrity.
• Resolve payroll and other Human Capital related queries.
• Provide standard management reports on Human Capital.
• Maintenance of BBBEE 123 System & ISO Audit.
• Comply with governance & compliance policies and procedures.
• Comply with Safety, Health, and Environment standards.
• Assist with organising all Human Capital events/functions.
• Perform adhoc duties as required

Requirements: Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent.
• 1 – 2 years related HR experience.
• Intermediate MS Word & Excel experience.
• Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and systems.
• Knowledge of talent and recruitment management.
• Knowledge of labour legislations.

Personal Attributes:

• Good communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Deadline & result driven.
• Customer Orientation.
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Time management skills.
• Thoroughness.

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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

Requirements

Qualifications and expertise required (Must)

• 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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Main Purpose of the Job

• To manage and coordinate the Employee Share Scheme (ESS) within AECI globally. This includes tasks such as communicating with employees, coordination of Board activities and stakeholders.  The role will include the monitoring and support of the implementation of the ESS to ensure consistent practice across the business, whilst liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• This role will also be responsible for managing a wide range of administrative responsibilities for the HCGS team to ensure the team’s time and priorities are optimised and to manage special projects related to the effectiveness of human capital operations and systems, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets to secure alignment with the human capital strategy.

Role and Responsibilities:

Plan Administration

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the ESS, including allocations, distributions, and vesting schedules.
• Maintain accurate participant records and ensure timely updates.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure Support the development and delivery of educational materials to help employees understand ESS benefits.
• Conduct workshops, presentations, and one-on-one sessions to explain plan details.
• Serve as the point of contact for employee inquiries about ESS detail.
• Provide clear and concise information to employees regarding the share schemes.
• Respond to employee inquiries and address concerns promptly and effectively.
• Travel to sites to meet with stakeholders.
• Manage external Vendors that support the ESS.   

Data Management

• Maintain ESS databases and software systems.
• Generate reports for management on participation, allocations, and financial impact.

HCGS Project Management

• Responsible to manage and support strategic Global Human Capital Services projects and initiatives that enhance AECI’s human capital priorities.
• Lead and manage special projects related to the optimisation of human capital operations and systems, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets. Monitor progress through regular status updates, milestone reviews, and performance metrics.
• Develop comprehensive project plans that outline objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements. Ensure alignment with human capital strategy, organisational goals and strategic priorities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project charters, plans, status reports, and post-project evaluations.

HCGS Administrative Support

• Managing a wide range of responsibilities to ensure the team’s time and priorities are optimized.
• Coordinating complex schedules, arranging meetings and travel, preparing reports and presentations, and handling confidential correspondence with discretion.
• Anticipating the needs, streamlining communication between departments, and serving as a reliable point of contact for both internal staff and external stakeholders.
• Maintaining organization, accuracy, and professionalism, administrative support enabling the team focus on strategic decision-making and leadership while ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly.

Qualification and Experience

• Matric
• Degree or Diploma in Human Resources or Administration or related field
• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration / human capital or a related field
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits and/or share schemes

Key Competencies

Skills

• Planning and Organising
• Excellent Communication
• Attention to detail
• Stakeholder management

Knowledge

• Employee benefits and share schemes
• Ability to facilitate the issuance, vesting, and exercise of shares or stock options granted to employees as part of their compensation package.
• Compliance with regulatory guidelines, tracking, reporting and coordination with finance and legal departments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Project management methodologies

Behaviours (Attributes)

• Professional
• Adhering to Principles and Values
• Team Player
• Ability to cope with pressure

Key Internal Stakeholders

• Employees  
• Line Managers
• HC community

Key External Stakeholders

• Share Scheme administrators
• Law firms
• Board of trustees
   

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Purpose of the Job

• To provide Engineering expertise, control and co-ordination of Engineering Maintenance, World Class, SHE, Training and field breakdown support services to plants and Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMU’s).

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and ensure that scheduled and routine maintenance on MMUs and LDV’s, machinery and equipment are conducted.
• Perform engineering inspections, identify problem areas and implement pro-active maintenance and plant improvement corrective action.
• Optimise vehicle reliability by continually improving the preventative maintenance system through the identification of opportunities for improvement.
• Provide appropriate and adequate feedback and input to the Engineering Manager with respect to plant condition, spares and scheduling requirements, and repairs carried out.
• Perform safety and health inspections and implement corrective action.
• Ensure that housekeeping on plant, site and all subsidiary equipment is up to standard.
• Ensure availability of a fleet of MMU’s, distribution plant and associated in-pit vehicles.
• The position is responsible for maintaining a fast field support service to Plants; MMU’s and associated equipment at the mine.
• The position will manage and consolidate all contractor work.
• The position might be required to assist in other regions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Mechanical/Electrical Qualification, with at least 5 years’ experience at least 5 years’ experience at a supervisory level in engineering maintenance field.
• Must have a working knowledge of the OHS act and Explosive regulations.
• Experience in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Hydraulic Systems 
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s licence and be able to pass a driver assessment.
• Must be a qualified artisan (Red Seal)

Key Competencies

• Good written and oral communication skills with all levels in the organisation
• Good interpersonal skills
• Work independently and use own initiative
• Team player
• Problem solving and skills
• Living the AECI Values (BIGGER)
   

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Purpose of the job:

• To do day to day execution of the stock management process to ensure reconciliation between stock documentation, physical stock and system (SAP) accuracy.

Required outputs: Functional

•  Production booking and stock transfer on SAP
•  Document filing and controlling
•  Stock taking
•  System preparation and reconciliation in preparation for cycle counting
•  Ensure system housekeeping
•  Reporting
•  Comply with company governance & compliance policies and procedures
•  Monthly production reports

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12
• 2 – 3 years in a similar role
• Logistics and Material Management Certificate in NQF Level 5 will be advantageous.
• Explosives and or Chemical manufacturing experience advantageous Minimum stock variances and minimum production variances in SAP
• Ensure that we adhere to housekeeping guideline, OHS Act, ISO 14001, ISO9001, OHSAS 18001 Systems and relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) or similar manufacturing philosophies.
• Computer literate.Personal attributes

Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics) 

• Service orientation
• Safety awareness
• Concern for standards
• Team player
• Goal / achievement orientated
• Communication skills
• Independent
• Interpersonal awareness