Jobs at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To conduct SHEQ and ISO audits, interventions, and inspections, administer the risk management system of the Business Unit’s business processes and to report on findings and corrective actions.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of continuous 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.)
• Comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox)
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ stat

CUSTOMERS 

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

• Generate SHEQ system reports to ensure legal compliance and other requirements
• Compile and maintain the safety compliance file of contractors
• Monitor the Fire Fighting system
• Conduct SHEQ Inspections
• Conduct ISO Internal Audits
• Analyse SHEQ information / data to identify trends and take / recommend appropriate action
• Implement and monitor the adherence to SHEQ Standards according to legal requirements
• Participate in SHEQ awareness campaigns / interventions
• Monitor SHEQ system compliance
• Monitor SHEQ compliance by contractors on site
• Provide SHEQ training related to the SHEQ systems
• Conduct and facilitate Incident Investigations according to legal requirements and organisational needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS 

OvertimeXStandby XShifts Travel Carry Legal Appointment

GROWTH

• Manage continuous improvement through Operational Excellence

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Monitor and control section costs.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Operational Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Contributing to Team Success
• Business Understanding

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Skills:

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

Job Skills:

• Required training as per training matrix
• Soft Skills as identified per department / level
• ISO Auditors Certification OSHAS 18001, ISO 9001,14001, will be advantages

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate an understanding of SHEQ and ISO auditing, risk management, and corrective action reporting and processes. 

Requirements

Minimum qualifications: 

• Higher Certificate or National Diploma (Safety Management)
• Blasting / Trade Certificate
• Competent A & B
• Grade 12/N3
• 5 year’s relevant experience, preferably 2 years’ supervisory experience

Additional qualifications: 

• COMSOC 1,2,3 

Closing date: 10 July 2026

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• To be developed in the field of engineering by undertaking to complete appropriate training and development initiatives and projects which will lead to the incumbent to drive the overall management, direction and continuous improvement of the Asset Capability Assurance process in a safe manner, through clearly defined strategies and objectives for maintenance of plant, equipment & facilities and shutdowns.

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

PEOPLE 

Manage the Section:

• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• Manage labour stability by minimising labour turnover
• Labour complement in line with budget 
• Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Section
• Manage performance against set targets and competencies
• Ensure IDP’s are linked to performance 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 to ensure improved performance levels
• Conduct recruitment interviews

CUSTOMERS 

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction
• Liaise and coordinate with Sites regarding the clarification and understanding of operational performance

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

To be developed and eventually be responsible for:

• Maintenance Support:
• Define equipment criticality using a risk matrix
• Define and manage the overall maintenance strategy for the plant

Solve problems and implement solutions:

• Ensure that outcomes of RCA’s are evaluated for their business case, implemented as applicable and are sustainable
• Select equipment vendors as per maintenance standards

Work execution:

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

Work Analysis:

• Interrogate non-published reports standard
• Investigate & communicate Commercial Exceptions
• Follow up warranty claims on component failures on high criticality equipment
• Contractor Management:
• Approve the use of contractor Artisans

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: 

Systems: 

• Microsoft programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, SAP, COUPA, MES)

Job Skills: 

• Required training as per training matrix
• Soft Skills as identified per department / level

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering
• Government Certificate of Competency (Mines and Works)

Additional qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• MBA/MBL
• Professional registration with ECSA

Experience:

• 6 years’ relevant experience, preferably 2 years’ managerial experience

Closing date: 9 July 2026

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• To ensure compliance to the Mine Health and Safety Act, organisational requirements and other related acts by conducting Inspections, audits and by utilizing other SHEQ systems.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox) 
• Utilize the Information Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status.

CUSTOMERS

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction

PROCESSES

• Generate SHEQ system reports to ensure legal compliance and other requirements 
• Conduct on the job training and coaching
• Conduct scheduled audits and Inspections as required by legislative and organisational requirements 
• Analyse SHEQ information/data to identify trends and take/recommend appropriate action
• Implement and monitor adherence SHEQ Standards according to legal requirements
• Develop and participate in SHEQ awareness campaigns/Interventions

Monitor SHEQ system compliance

• Monitor the SHEQ compliance by contractors on site
• Provide SHEQ training related to the SHEQ systems
• Conduct and facilitate incident investigation according to legal requirements and organisational needs
• Conduct stand-by duties and shift work according to organisational needs

Workplace Competencies

Skills:

• Competency A & B
• ISO Auditors Certification ISO 45001, ISO 9001,14001, will be advantageous

Knowledge:

• MS OFFICE and associated software

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Computer Literacy
• Driver’s License
• COMSOC 1,2,3 
• National Safety Diploma 
• Blasting Certificate/ Trade Certificate
• Additional Qualifications:
• HIRA and Incident Investigations Competence
• Regulatory Competence

Experience:

• 5 Years’ Experience in an underground mining environment

Closing Date: 14 July 2026