Latest Opportunities at AECI Limited

Job Description    

• Generating Requisition - Ensure that all requisitions for both warehousing and transport are generated timeously, follow through with the approver and procurement – Umbog and PMB
• Inbound & Outbound Movement - Good receipt from Supplier, returns , outbound movement  
• Logistics SHEQ requirements - Internal and external audit preparation, request an updated information from 3rd party logistics services providers and keep their SHEQ files updated for auditing purposes.
• Inventory Controller - Daily cycle count, variance between DCs, receipting error and maintain stock accuracy.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric
• Degree / National Diploma in Supply Chain / Logistics
• MS Office Literate 

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Job Description    

• Have a comprehensive knowledge of collectors, depressants, frothers, and preferably flocculants.
• Apply this understanding to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of metallurgical processes.
• Have regular interaction with the R&D executive to ensure knowledge is achieved on a high level.
• Efficiently manage projects within set timelines and budget constraints.
• Ensure key milestones are achieved, balancing the needs of the metallurgical laboratory and customer sites
• Manage resources effectively to meet project deadlines in the metallurgical laboratory and at customer sites.
• Develop and lead a high-performance team, aligning their performance with AECI's management system and values.
• Lead the developmental metallurgists in regular project update presentations
• Ensure strict compliance with legal, environmental, and risk management standards.
• Implement and uphold best practices in metallurgical laboratory processes and customer site operations.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with relevant stakeholders, including management, vendor managers, and commercial partners.
• Foster open communication and collaboration to enhance project success and overall departmental objectives.
• Play a key role in asset maintenance by adhering to a preventative maintenance plan for metallurgical process equipment in the laboratory and customer sites where applicable.
• Ensure equipment reliability and longevity through proactive maintenance strategies.
• Develop and manage budgets for assays, presenting monthly expenditure reports.
• Propose and implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Transfer gained knowledge to the plant for optimizing current reagents manufactured.
• Contribute to the development of new reagents under the leadership of the R&D Exec to give the company a competitive edge.
• Advise on reagent improvements and ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Supply competitor product analyses to the product team for strategic planning.
• Stay informed about industry trends and advancements to inform decision-making processes.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Grade 12
• Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma - Metallurgical/Chemical Engineering or BSc
• Registered with SAIMM,MMMA and ECSA
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in metallurgical facility as Supervisory level
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Mineral processing background
• Written and verbal communication skills

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Job Description    

• Operates the process computer-controlled equipment
• Oversees maintenance and outside contractor activities in respect to production requirement
• Participates in and embraces SMI’s Operations Excellence Programme
• Maintains routine contact with customer personnel regarding quantity and quality needs.
• Manages, tests and identifies incoming raw materials and lab materials for adherence to specification, either by actual testing or by review of the material’s Certificate of Analysis.
• Manufactures in-process materials and finished products by computer control in compliance with Work Instructions.
• Conducts all QA testing in accordance with established, approved procedures.
• Conducts routine calibrations of laboratory instruments and conducts routine calibrations/standardisations of process instrumentation in accordance with established, approved procedures and schedule
• Controls and corrects non-conforming in-process material and final products in accordance with written procedures
• Understands and uses statistical techniques where appropriate
• Works in a safe manner, adhering to SMI Safety Policies and local regulatory requirements
• Perform maintenance activities as needed. Assures that equipment is operating correctly.  Follows preventative maintenance activities according to schedule and corporate standards
• Follows and implements the principles of 5S, Standard Work, Daily Management and Problem-Solving
• Well organised, trustworthy individual that is able to perform at a high level with minimal supervision.
• Works on a rotating shift basis

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric/Grade 12
• National Diploma in Chemical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 2 years previous work experience in an industrial environment

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Job Description    

• Raise purchase requisitions orders through the ERP system.
• Expediting of orders with suppliers.
• Provide feedback to stake holders on raw material deliveries.
• Assist with the updating of demand planning schedules
• Assist with on-boarding of new suppliers / service providers
• Assist the Procurement Manager with admin and project related work.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric.
• Qualification in purchasing or supply chain management.
• Knowledge of demand planning & stock control.
• Knowledge of SAP and other ERP systems would be advantageous.

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Job Description    

• Assist in conducting experiments, analyzing data, and interpreting results.
• Support research and development initiatives related to process improvement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on innovative projects.
• Assist in the optimization of processes, systems, or plant operations.
• Contribute to technical reports and presentations summarizing findings.
• Assist operators to enhance the culture of process plant continuous improvement initiatives.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges and technologies.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric
• BTec in Chemical Engineering
• MS Office Literate
• Knowledge of safety, quality and environmental best practices and management systems.

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Job Description    

• NQF 2 unit standards Plant operation
• Filling and emptying of
• Loading and offloading of bags/raw
• General housekeeping on
• Operate plant with Plant Operator’s
• Complete production process documentation as per process
• Process monitoring and operation after competency
• Working at
• Medically fit to work in a chemical environment (working at heights and in confined spaces).
• Ability to be trained to drive
• Able to work shifts and overtime duties as and when required.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric with Maths and
• Basic Computer
• Applicants must be between the age of 18 and 35.

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Job Description    

• NQF 2 unit standards Plant operation
• Filling and emptying of
• Loading and offloading of bags/raw
• General housekeeping on
• Operate plant with Plant Operator’s
• Complete production process documentation as per process
• Process monitoring and operation after competency
• Working at
• Medically fit to work in a chemical environment (working at heights and in confined spaces).
• Ability to be trained to drive
• Able to work shifts and overtime duties as and when required.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric with Maths and
• Basic Computer
• Applicants must be between the age of 18 and 35.

go to method of application »

Job Description    

• NQF 2 unit standards Plant operation
• Filling and emptying of
• Loading and offloading of bags/raw
• General housekeeping on
• Operate plant with Plant Operator’s
• Complete production process documentation as per process
• Process monitoring and operation after competency
• Working at
• Medically fit to work in a chemical environment (working at heights and in confined spaces).
• Ability to be trained to drive
• Able to work shifts and overtime duties as and when required.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric with Maths and
• Basic Computer
• Applicants must be between the age of 18 and 35.

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Job Description    

• Develop and excecute fact-base category strategies on global and regional level in close alignment with stakeholders.
• Plan and lead strategic sourcing projects, engaging stakeholders and require cross functional resources.
• Define supplier base and secure capacity, plan and coordinate implementation (timeline, resouces, cost, quality).
• Manage spend; monitor compliance to category strategies / approved vendor lists.
• Manage supplier development / performance and setup / contribute to supplier relationship programs with key suppliers.
• Ensure compliance of the category strategies and sourcing projects with AECI Procurement Guidelines/Policy, Directive as well as legal and regulatory requirements and supply strategies.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric / Grade 12.
• com / Bsc / BTech university degree or NQF equivalent in the relevant field.
• Both commercial and technical education and/ or work experience.
• Procurement or Supply Chain related qualification with a minimum of 6 – 8 years procurement management or category management experience.
• Understanding of Chemical Industry experience will be advantageous.
• Working experience in international organisations across functions and cultures.
• Supply market and supplier relationship management expertise.
• Understanding of technical and commercial levers.
• Ability to set up supplier contracts.
• Understanding of procurement systems.

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Job Description    

• Manage the supply of services to the AECI Corporate Division in order to ensure maximum benefit and value add, in line with the organisation’s needs.
• Be accountable for the development of relationships with suppliers and management of specific agreements to ensure business requirements are satisfied.
• Drive and support a consistent approach to the advancement of local procurement and black economic empowerment focus.
• Negotiate and manage high value and critical service contracts – including amendments, price adjustments and general contract administration.
• Management of contracts in line with procurement governance procedures and AECI Group standards.
• Manage and mitigate the supply chain risk associated with suppliers in the category.
• Perform supplier and product research according to business objectives to ensure value-add.
• Facilitate the review and revision of AECI Corporate Sourcing policies, procedures and standards.
• Ensure compliance to governance by reviewing and approving all tender applications.
• Expense management and budget guidance of AECI Corporate suppliers within provided parameters, providing assistance to departments and functions on procurement spend and control.

Qualifications & Experience    

• A Commercial / Business Degree.
• Experience in both Direct and Indirect category management and sourcing is required.
• Accounting system / software / SAP.
• Background in and understanding of legal and conditions.
• Minimum: 5 years relevant experience.