Jobs Available at Ivanhoe Mines

Duties and Responsibilities:

Sea freight Coordination

• Sea freight Coordination
• Co-Ordinate forthcoming sailings and booking of vessels, Vessel Laycan Dates, and berthing opportunities.
• Determining the Short-medium term cargo and vessel allocation
• Drafting of Ocean Bill of lading in relation to the Buyers requirements (if required).
• Maintain and update the Ivanhoe Marketing Sailing Schedules of all Buyers.
• Liaise with Stock Team on Inventory levels for vessel planning.
• Ensure the final Port of Discharge complies with the DRC Export Licence.
• Acquitting of Sea freight Shipments (B/L to Mine) and retiring of Bags on the inhouse Software system.
• Ensure the available stock meets the requirements of vessel booking dates and tonnages.

 Coordination of Port Operations

• Oversee Port Activities, minimizing any potential service failures and costs thereof.
• Collaborate with Service Providers and Buyers to address any operational challenges.
• Monitor vessel schedules and communicate any changes to relevant stakeholders.
• Manage the stock movements to Port and stock transfers to staging and loading areas for vessel loading.
• Ensure the proper stowage and handling of goods to prevent damage or loss.
• Maintain comprehensive records of inventory and transfers of cargo.
• Monitor and record the times (Rain, possible demurrage, etc.) for on time reporting.
• Ensure Mates Receipt is issued timeously.

Sampling Analysis of Cargo

• Oversee the complete sampling process.
• Act as a liaison between sampling teams, and other relevant stakeholders and assist to resolve any issues related to the sampling and analysis process.
• Cross-check AHK Analysis with Mine to ensure consistency.

 Vessel Nominations and rate Negotiations

• Liaise with Charterers, shipping lines and carriers to secure competitive rates and secure capacity.
• Develop and implement negotiation strategies to optimize terms, pricing, and contractual terms.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to inform negotiation strategies.
• Negotiate and execute the chartering of bulk freight to various countries in accordance with
• Responsible for reviewing all Charter Party contracts.
• Review, negotiate and conclude demurrage and dispatch.

 Communication

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Charterers, shipping lines and carriers to enhance collaboration and facilitate successful negotiations.
• Foster good working relationships with warehouses, Buyers, and internal Stock teams.
• Assist and support colleagues, fostering a collaborative and cooperative team culture.

Experience required: 

• Minimum Qualification – Matric essential
• Degree/Diploma in a shipping discipline preferable
• An understanding of the economic, commercial, technical and political issues affecting the shipping market.
• Experience/knowledge of the freight market, technical requirements and operational knowledge.
• Sounds knowledge of contract management
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• 4-7 years of experience in Dry Bulk and Break-Bulk Sea freight Exports.
• Ability to analyze data related to stock levels.
• Strong understanding of international shipping regulations, Inco terms and compliance.
• Excellent knowledge of Chartering Terminology and requirements.
• Good network of Ships brokers and Charting Agents.
• Excellent negotiating
• Proven experience in negotiations, preferably in a business or procurement setting.

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Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience with data management and general hardware and software support.
• Grade 12
• CompTIA A+ Certification
• CompTIA Network+ Certification
• Valid driver's license
• Degree or Diploma in an ICT related field (advantageous)
• CompTIA Security+ Certification
• MCSA Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate Qualification
• CCNA certified / Fortinet NSE4 - 7 (advantageous)
• Minimum advanced skills and knowledge in:
• Create an account for the user by using the applicable application.
• Trouble shoot software related problems.
• Apply the incident management procedure.
• Demonstrate an advance understanding of TCPIP protocols.
• Support hardware and software platforms adopted by the Company.
• Troubleshoot network related problems.

Your Key Performance Activities will include but not limited to: 

• Reporting, Monitoring & Evaluation, Audit: Ensure that all ICT reporting is aligned with standards, guidelines and schedules.
• Install and configure ICT equipment and software (Including desktops, laptops, printers, data projectors, VC equipment, access control (alarm & biometrics), handheld devices, applications etc.).
• Maintain desktops and laptops.
• Maintain current and accrued inventory of technology hardware, software & resources (100% accuracy of asset register).
• Identify and prepare old hardware for disposal according to company disposal policy.
• Provide support on hardware and software (Including desktops, laptops, printers, data projectors, VC equipment, access control (alarm & biometrics), handheld devices, applications etc.).
• Troubleshoot and diagnose all reported issues.
• Provide 1st level network support: Troubleshooting and resolving of any issues with the networking infrastructure and to escalate if necessary.
• Add and set up new users on all relevant system.
• Access the Help Desk to record, accept or resolve all IT calls that has been logged.
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing of all reported issues on the helpdesk.
• Provide subject matter expertise and skills in area of responsibility; advising on solutions to enhance or ensure the effectiveness of the department/section.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication system within the operation.
• Housekeeping (DC, UPS Room, Tech Room and Office equipment installs etc.)
• Alert Monitoring
• Day to day cost Management (1 cost saving initiative per quarter).
• Seek own development and leaning opportunities (1 Intervention per quarter).
• Repairing and replacing equipment as necessary.
• Security Management: Assisting in implementing and maintaining security measures to protect the organization's computer systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. This includes antivirus software management, access control, and data backup procedures.
• Takes cognisance of and adhere to Company policies, procedures and relevant legislation. Manage and report on non-compliance issues.
• Model behaviour that is consistent with the Company Safety, Health and Environment Vision and Values. Manage and report on non-compliance issues.

Effective Team Player:

• Maintain and manage healthy relationships within own team and across teams.
• Responsible to provide support to team within area of responsibility.
• Responsible to share knowledge and skills with co-workers.
• Responsible to use communication and feedback channels effectively.
• Effective Self Management: Responsible for managing own work performance and completing tasks as per set timelines and standards.

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Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized South African University is essential.
• 5+ years’ experience in a legal and compliance role within a medium to large multinational firm with operations in South Africa, Africa and abroad.
• Mining, or similar industry experience 
• Minimum advanced skills and knowledge in:
• Ethical conduct and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficient in spoken and written English,
• Familiarity with pertinent legislation's technical aspects

Your Key Performance Activities will include but not limited to: 

Process: 

• Develop and implement a compliance process in line with generally accepted compliance practice.
• Implement a compliance monitoring programme to identify and improve areas of compliance weakness and to ensure that there are adequate controls in place.
• Design and implement a regulatory universe and monitor and update when required.
• Ensure that regulatory compliance in the Group gets the necessary attention it needs.
• Develop a Group compliance framework which aligns to the Group risk management framework. Design and lead a strong compliance culture in the business by effectively communicating to relevant stakeholders.
• Create and manage effective compliance action plans and conduct or direct the internal investigation of compliance issues.
• Implement action plans to deal with non-compliance issues.
• Verify that all regulatory policies and procedures have been documented, implemented, and communicated.
• Provide compliance assurance to the relevant management teams, group risk management committee, audit committee or social, ethics and risk committee through detailed reports.
• Provide update/training to employees on latest regulatory updates affecting compliance.