Latest Openings at PPC Africa

Job Advert Summary    

• 5 Years relevant experience in a Heavy Industrial/Mining environment
• In depth understanding and knowledge of the Cement and/or Lime Quarrying and manufacturing process and equipment will be advantageous.
• Strong inclination to root cause identification and problem solving
• Sound knowledge of Kilns, Mills, Stackers, Reclaimers and crushers
• A working knowledge of applicable SHEQ legislation
• Skills to consult at different levels in an organization

Minimum Requirements    

• Recognised Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or with >10 years for RPL in Cement manufacturing experience as Mechanical Foreman/Supervisor.
• Matric with Mathematics and Science
• Valid Driver’s licence

Duties and Responsibilities    

• To act as specialist advisor to the engineering department to ensure professional care of assets (Availability and reliability at design capacity of Plant and Equipment) at all times in a sustainable cost effective way.
• Complete management of engineering projects from feasibility to commissioning
• Manage outsourced services as required
• Confident and able to “think outside the box”
• Ensure compliance to relevant legal requirements and ensure safe operation of plant and equipment
• Be a self-motivated, pro-active and result orientated team member
• Above average analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Leadership skills

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REQUIRED OTHER/BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Be a self-motivated, pro-active and a result orientated team member, with:
• Analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Proactive problem solving skills
• Leadership skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Minimum Requirements    

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Matric with Maths and Science (Grade 12)
• Technically Orientated
• A+ N+/ MCSE 2016+ / ITIL Foundation V3.
• Studying towards or qualified in Virtualization Microsoft and/or VMWare

MINIMUM REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE

• 3 – 4 Years work related exposure
• Network topologies and concepts (LAN)
• Hardware & Software concepts
• Server Infrastructure deployment and maintenance
• Disaster Recovery concepts
• Usage and deployment of communications, messaging, collaboration systems and tools
• Understanding of ITIL Processes
• Virtualisation – Both Microsoft and VMWare
• Project Management and Co-ordination
• Plant control experience is advantageous
• Understanding of cloud technologies
• End User support in both a LAN and Plant environment
• Windows 10 / 11 Support

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

•  Windows certification.
•  ITIL certification.
• Knowledge of firewalls.
• Kaseya Software
• Customer Care.
• Lab Instrumentation troubleshooting.
• Weigh ware support.
• Support on Instruments as required for Business.
• Plant Experience is critical.

Duties and Responsibilities    

DELIVERABLES

• This position involves support and maintenance in all aspects of the LAN network, Desktop, Server & Peripheral infrastructure, user support and related activities. A STRONG FOCUS on providing a consistent and above average delivery of services for all our customers is essential.
• To maintain and manage all IT systems and related services running efficiently at their optimum capacity, cost effectively and conforming to the PPC Standards
• To ensure that IT systems and related technologies deployed support business requirements
• To be responsible for the technical support staff including mentoring and guiding, as necessary
• To liaise and interact with external vendors
• To develop and preserve good governance in all aspects
• To ensure that Infrastructure design, procurement, deployment and management is in accordance with PPC guidelines and standards
• To create monthly reports reflecting operational standards

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Job Advert Summary    

The Administrator Safety Health and Environment will work alongside other members of the Safety Health and Environmental team to advise on the health, safety and environmental risks that affect the company. Ensure that legal and company’s Safety Health and Environmental requirements are being met and promote a positive Safety Health and Environmental culture across the business. The Administrator Safety Health and Environment will be responsible for helping the smooth running of the business by ensuring filing and documentation is kept up to date. Duties may include utlising specialist computer software and understanding the requirements of the business.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12
• Studying towards SHE qualification or National Diploma Health and Safety

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Provide Isometrix Software Training as Required
• Ensure SHE Database Integrity
• Ensure all SHE related documentation up to date and filed
• Create and maintain graphs, documents, spreadsheets
• Create meeting presentations
• Ensure effective filing system
• Reporting of month end statistics
• Conduct inspections/audits on systems
• Ensure updated and relevant Rail safety documentation
• Control and Administer Clinic and OHN systems

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Job Advert Summary    

This role presents an exciting opportunity in enhancing the skills and knowledge of Learners, maximising their potential through effective training and development initiatives.

To excel in this role, the Training Officer should also have a strong understanding of the cement manufacturing process, safety protocols, and the ability to communicate technical information effectively. Essential skills also include sound stakeholder relations, effective facilitation to ensure competent end-users.

Minimum Requirements    

• N3 with Boilermaker subjects or equivalent.
• Boilermaker / Plater-welder trade certificate
• Higher Certificate /National Diploma in OD- ETDP qualification
• Assessor / Moderators registration with QCTO
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the Cement industry with minimum 5 years as an Artisan.
• 5 years’ experience in training and development.
• Good computer skills (MS office and Power Point).

Duties and Responsibilities    

Design learning material:

• Collate and compile learning material within applicable SETA guidelines,
• Compile Assessment guidelines and tests,
• Ratify and assess learning material with relevant stakeholders for alignment with business requirements.

Deliver Training:

• Facilitate training,
• Refractory installation and maintenance training,
• Conduct learner assessments,
• Conduct operational gap analysis,
• Prospective Learner Assessments,
• Learner off the job training,
• Coaching and Mentoring Production and Operational Trainers at PPC Operations.

Measure & Evaluate:

• Conduct RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning),
• Conduct Assessments (Formative & Summative),
• Conduct Moderation,
• Compile learner/trainee reports.
• Managing the Boilermaker Workshop:
• Maintenance and care of assets and equipment,
• Effective supervision of learners to achieve optimum results,
• Procurement and control of training material, tools and other needs,
• Implement, maintain and adhere to SHEQ standards/policies/safe behaviour,
• Ensure sound Admin, Training & Financial systems.
• Develop and facilitate key stakeholder relationships that contribute to the strategic affairs of the business in line with the Jabali framework.

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MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION:

• Matric (Grade 12).
• 3 Years Diploma or equivalent in Sales & Marketing.
• Computer literacy essential (proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Possess a valid driver’s license (Code B).
• Knowledge of Sales & Marketing strategy and Legislation.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• Credit Management 1 & 2.
• Concrete Technology Certificate.

MINIMUM REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Sales & Marketing environment.
• Sound business/financial acumen and experience in conducting high level negotiations.
• Knowledge and understanding of informal markets within Northwest and Northern Cape.
• Entrepreneurial flair.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• Relevant required working experience in construction/retail environment.
• Efficient use of CRM software.
• Knowledge of industry dynamics and sales region.

Duties and Responsibilities    

REQUIRED OTHER/BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ambitious, Goal/Target Driven.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage customer relationships.
• Problem solving, Excellent planning & decision-making skills and abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and passionate team player.
• Ability to use initiative and display tenacity, persistence, and assertiveness.
• Able to coordinate customer relationship activities according to the Sales and Marketing strategy.
• Able to gather market intelligence and work under pressure.
• A self-starter and innovator who is results driven & can work independently.
• Able to support and be aligned to the vision and goals of the PPC Sales and Marketing team.
• Able to actively resolve/facilitate customer complaints and be able to continuously add value to the team.

DELIVERABLES:

• Meeting monthly sales targets (volumes & margins).
• Updating and maintaining PPC brand and merchandising materials as and when required.
• Identifying customer needs and propose suitable solutions.
• Proactively identifying and resolving customer queries.
• Prospecting new customers, Maintaining and Utilizing customer database.
• Establishing, developing, and maintaining current and potential customer relationships.
• Gathering, processing, and interpreting market related data.
• Preparing and submitting regular/sales reports.
• Analysis and development of customer activity plans (Critical Success Factor’s).
• Accurate forecasting – Analyze and interpret market trends.
• Follow up on new leads and referrals.
• Be prepared to network with customers after hours and spend some time away from home.
• Represent the PPC brand through professional interaction with stakeholders and customers.

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Job Advert Summary    

The Lead Accounts Payable is responsible for the accounts payable cycle from start to finish.  This role manages reconciliations, processes payments to suppliers timeously and ensures that year-end closing is managed and completed efficiently.

Minimum Requirements    

• Postgraduate degree in Accounting or Finance (NQF Level 8)
• Registration as a Chartered Accountant is advantageous but not a requirement
• MBA advantageous
• Relevant experience within an accounts payable role (8-10 years experience)
• People management (5 years experience)
• Experience working with a recognised accounting software platform
• Experience with SAP FI module is advantageous
• Accounts payable experience in a shared services environment is advantageous
• Project management experience is advantageous

Duties and Responsibilities    

Accounts Payable

• Review the vendor invoice process and performance and create efficiencies and identify optimisation opportunities
• Develop accounts payable best practices
• Develop accounts payable service measures, targets, goals and strategy
• Manage the reconciliation of transactions and payments against the general ledger
• Manage the payment reconciliation against purchase orders
• Produce the Creditors Ageing report and analysis
• Draft service level agreements (SLA) and standard operating procedures (SOP) and share with Internal Controls team for review
• Manage all SAP processes including user management and user access
• Process accrual schedule and share with financial accountants for all sites
• Approve supplier payment runs
• Manage monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information and ensure accuracy of financial statements

Compliance, Governance and Reporting

• Prepare and send VAT reports to the Tax team for review to ensure that the VAT has been accurately processed by the Accounts Payable team
• Process all receipts through the general ledger and goods receipt/invoice receipt (GRIR) system and ensure that it reconciles with the trial balance and general ledger, and share this data with the Accountants and Financial Controllers
• Send remittances to suppliers after payment is executed
• Prepare a monthly report for Mancom and provide status updates, statistics and trends
• Monitor conformance against international Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), shared service centre (SSC) standards and service level agreements (SLA)
• Develop, implement, and maintain systems, procedures, and policies, including accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines

Stakeholder Management and Business Partnerships

• Develop, manage, and maintain the relationship between Procurement and sites regarding the procurement of goods and payment of suppliers
• Develop, manage and maintain the relationship with the Financial Accounts
• Develop, manage and maintain the relationship with Group Finance
• Act as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes

People Management

• Manage the performance of direct reports and monitor adherence to expected standards. 
• Offer guidance and support and if required take appropriate disciplinary action
• Coach and train team members to perform optimally in their roles 
• Provide direct reports with opportunities for growth and development through on-the-job training and feedback 
• Participate in the selection and appointment of new team members
• Support the onboarding of new team members 
• Conduct regular meetings and promote open and ongoing communication with the team
• Approve the leave of direct reports and manage overtime where applicable

Budget Management

• Prepare the annual departmental budget for submission to line manager for review and approval
• Approve expenditure within delegation of authority level
• Monitor expenditure against approved budget, reporting on any deviations to the line manager and Finance Department

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Job Advert Summary    

• The Lead Credit Manager position is accountable for the entire credit granting process, including the consistent application of a credit policy, periodic credit reviews of existing customers, and the assessment of the creditworthiness of potential customers, with the goal of optimizing the mix of company sales and bad debt losses
• This position is also responsible for timely reporting to the Group and Business Units
• Evaluate credit risk profile

Minimum Requirements    

• B-Com Accounting or relevant degree, Credit Management (Cred 1; 2; 3 & 4) an advantage.
• At least 8 to 10 years of experience in a credit management field.
• Experience with customer negotiation.
• Thorough knowledge of credit-related laws.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Custodian of Group policies, frameworks, processes, reporting and ensure these are embedded in the business units.
• Maintain and align the Group Credit Policy to operational and legislative changes.
• Monitor the granting of credit.
• Reporting on all aspects of debtors.
• Monitor collections; improve the effectiveness of the collections process. Assist in controlling and minimizing bad debts.
• Perform credit control audits.
• Advisory capacity on credit and pre legal matters (defaulting debtors). Review accounts for sufficient credit limits.
• Customer visits and inter-departmental liaison.
• Involved in implementation of new credit related policies and alignment of Credit Application Forms to the legislation.
• Conduct credit control workshops and training.
• Monitor periodic credit reviews.
• Identify, draft, develop and implement operational processes, policies and guidelines.
• Proactive report to and support the Group Credit Committee.