Vacancies at De Beers Group

Job Description:

This role reports into the Advanced Technology Automation Department

Your role will include:

• To provide CAD expertise to the R&D function in the form of conceptual, preliminary and detailed parametric 3D model designs and associated manufacturing detail drawings in accordance with De Beers Technologies standards and procedures.
• To support the design team with the assembly of prototypes
• Deliver detailed 3D parametric models of product/machine designs and the associated manufacturing data
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise during the design process
• Provide innovative, cost-effective mechanical design solutions in response to technical challenges
• Maintain excellent world class housekeeping standards that fosters a safe working environment for all
• Strict adherence to all internal HSE policies and procedures as well as all legal regulations/requirements.
• Assembly and setup of prototypes
• Responsible for technical performance of a sub-system/product
• Executes tasks assigned by engineers and tech lead
• Solves problems from existing knowledge or by reading up and generating new knowledge

Qualifications:

Formal qualifications:

• Engineering Drawing Diploma or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Additional requirements:

• 3 - 5 years product/machine design experience
• CREO or any drawing other CAD software detailing experience
• Computer Literacy
• Effective communication skills in English (written and verbal)
• Hands-on practical experience would be advantageous
• International travel may be required
• Police clearance is required
• Registration as a radiation worker may be required.

Knowledge and Skills:

Technical

• CAD software experience ideally in CREO with the Windchill product lifecycle management environment
• Mechanical engineering design skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Multi-discipline interface knowledge (specifically to electronics, electrical and C&I)
• Knowledge of configuration management principles would be advantageous,
• Suggest improvements on designs

Communication

• Able to seek clarity on requirements
• Clear, logical presentations, reports, verbal.
• Technical detail communications with technical peers.
• Interact across tech functions e.g. tech dev, tech support, manufacturing

Management

• Making and carrying out project plans for own work.
• Manage own time and delivery to meet project requirements.
• Comfortable with Peer Review of work (providing and receiving).
• Contributes to Mechanical discipline standards, strategies, processes and procedures and Community of Practice
• Supervision / oversight of work is required

Financial

• Obtaining quotations.
• Interacting with established suppliers for standard items.
• Interacting with new suppliers to assess applicability of new items/components.

Closing Date: 29 July 2025

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Job Description:

As our Senior Engineering Foreman (Mechanical) you will be required to maintain and assist in the operation of equipment and systems according to sound engineering practice and equipment specifications by:

• Over-inspecting daily activities on the plant to ensure maintenance according to organizational standards
• Co-ordinating and monitoring equipment availability to ensure attainment of production targets
• Communicating equipment information and changes to relevant stakeholder to minimize production delays
• Continuously analyze equipment deficiencies and recommend and/or implement improvements and changes to maximize equipment utilization
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders of the production process to ensure operational optimization
• Planning activities in accordance to production, breakdowns and maintenance schedules and allocate and source resources as required
• Performing administrative duties to ensure record accuracy and availability, budget compliance and spares availability
• Communicating with clients and supervisors to inform on maintenance activities performed and availability of equipment
• Ensuring compliance to company policies and procedures and legal requirements training and development of subordinates
• This role is in the Ore Processing, Engineering department on a Band 7 level and reporting to the Plant Engineer

Qualifications:

You will be required to have the following:

• N2/N3 National Engineering Certificate (Mechanical)
• Recognized Mechanical Trade Certificate with Red Seal
• MHSA 2.9.2 Legal Certificate
• Computer Literacy – MS Works Suite (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook)
• 5 years post-qualification experience within mining production environment managing people
• Previous experience as engineering foreman will be advantageous
• Foreman’s Certificate or Senior Foreman’s Certificate will be advantageous
• Knowledge of Mine Health & Safety Act (Act 29 of 1996) as amended
• Knowledge of the Mechanical discipline (E.g. crushers, pumps, screens and conveyors including rigging and fitting activities)

Closing Date:

• 01 August, 2025

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Job Description:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Driving Maintenance KPI’s of permanent employees, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure vehicle / equipment availability, reliability, and optimization.
• Roll out TMM maintenance strategy to minimise equipment downtime and ensure availability of equipment at the right time.
• Manage overall maintenance management performance.
• Financial / Budget Control in terms of Mining Maintenance activities.
• Managing of change process regarding any deviations to Maintenance activities and work scope.
• Manage the establishment of Engineering standards, specifications, and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure maximum operational availability.
• Implement CI initiatives by keeping abreast of developments and introducing change in work processes where appropriate (Cost reductions and cost avoidances).
• Ensure and Maintain Legal Compliance, Audits and Governance.

Qualifications:

• B Eng/BSc/BTech/National Diploma discipline, National Certificate – NTC 6 Engineering (with relevant Trade Certification) in Mechanical or Electrical
• Completed Government Certificate of Competence, Mines and Works (GCC).
• Completed or in the process of completing a postgraduate qualification (Honours, Masters, MDP, etc.) would be advantageous

Required Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Section Engineer (Legal Appointee) of which 3 years in a UG TMM environment, preferably in an operation that utilises caving and/or long hole drilling methods.
• Must have good cognitive and analytical abilities.
• Project management experience would be highly advantageous.
• Experience in the in Underground Large Excavation TMM equipment and technology would be advantageous.
• Experience managing a large contractor mining operation will be advantageous.
• Operational readiness implementation experience will be advantageous.

Closing Date:

• 10 August, 2025

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Job Description:

Purpose of the role:

Manage the supply of strategic Upstream Commodities and Services to the De Beers Group of Companies (GoC) to ensure

• maximum benefit and value add, in line with the organization’s strategic needs
• operational and contractual compliance to minimize risk to the business
• strategic supplier relationship management

Lead the definition and implementation of category strategies to drive

• value delivery
• spend/cost optimisation
• supply risk mitigation
• with specific emphasis on identifying and realizing opportunities to reduce costs in a sustainable manner while achieving company objectives (i.e.: local spend and HDSA spend)
• Be responsible for creating and maintaining strategic and non-strategic contracts for the De Beers group.
• Be accountable for the development of relationships with strategic suppliers and management of specific Total Cost of Ownership benefits to ensure business requirements are satisfied

Key result Areas:

• Lead the development, improvement and roll out of category strategies with the requisite input and buy in from the key stakeholders internally and relevant functional leadership based on strategic sourcing strategies principles.
• Ensure that end-to-end sourcing, contracting and contracts management activities and ensure the execution of all contract’s administrative activities for all strategic Category contracts in the region
• Negotiate and conclude strategic Category agreements
• Work with Group Legal to develop bespoke agreements that outline innovation, joint development, technical, commercial, relationship and performance expectations as well as associated joint initiatives
• Support the Supply Chain Supply chain manager function

Sustainability & Social

• Understand community specific ESG needs and drive a culture of community development and inclusive procurement with all stakeholders
• Ensure that initiatives and approaches in category and supplier strategies are embedded in strategic supplier relationships and agreements
• Embed clear Inclusive Procurement expectations, targets and initiatives in commercial agreements
• Support the Inclusive Procurement team and drive a culture of Sustainable Value through ESG, TCO initiatives, innovation, working capital and cost reduction
• Develop an integrated, medium to long term category vision, aligned to the global vision.
• Negotiate and manage high value and production critical strategic commodity and service contracts
• Supplier relationship management and supplier sourcing strategies are managed to ensure on time and in full receiving of required products and services.
• Drive and support a consistent approach to develop and maintain key supplier relationships
• Ensure stakeholder maps, engagement forums and value delivery plans are defined to enable the rollout of category strategies and value delivery
• Review and manage vendor performance and contractual compliance

Supply Chain Excellence

• Work with the CoE to define, adopt and improve commercial excellence and leading practice
• Lead the adoption of standards, new ways of working and systems usage
• Establish and oversee relevant category specific Community of Practices and Monitor that supplier performance, based on contractual KPIs is updated
• Manage contractual risks and support the Supply chain manager & operational team resolve escalated contractual issues or any escalated issues
• Ensure effective contract execution through appropriate maintenance processes
• Integrating client and technical requirements with business objectives and benchmarking both pricing and commodity performance of strategic commodities against industry peers
• Rationalizing supplier base by consolidating and contracting off-contract spending

People & Teams

• Lead, develop and coach a team of collaborative commercial professionals
• Oversee and manage work planning, execution, resource balancing and team performance as well as tracking team’s adherence to planned timeframes

Governance & Compliance

Manage compliance to:

• Internal De Beers and Supply Chain Governance requirements for all team members and pertaining to all Sourcing and Contract Management activities in set portfolio
• Applicable legislative requirements pertaining to all Commercial activities in set portfolio

Qualifications:

• Degree in Commercial/Business/Engineering disciplines
• Advanced university qualifications, preferably in business administration, commerce, or other relevant discipline (such as MBA, MCIPs) will be an advantage
• Extensive experience in Supply Chain or Mining/Plant/ Maintenance environment or Downstream environments

Experience

• 5–10-year relevant sourcing and category management experience.
• 5–10-year experience in both Direct and Indirect category management and sourcing is required.
• Proven track record of extensive practical experience in relevant field
• Good technical knowledge across the SC value chain
• Safety & sustainability as it relates to Supply Chain & Inclusive Procurement
• Strong commercial, negotiation and deal-making, business case development, investment appraisal
• Working knowledge of local legislative and De Beers requirements pertaining to Inclusive Procurement and Responsible Sourcing relating to set portfolio
• Advanced Category Management and sourcing & contracting knowledge with TCO approach
• Advanced skills in SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) and SPM (Supplier Performance Management) Critical and systems thinking capability
• 3 – 5-year experience in the leadership and management of people is required

Skills and Competencies:

Technical

• Supplier Relationship Management
• Procurement Policy & Process
• Industry and Market Research
• Supplier Negotiation
• Category Knowledge
• TCO Modeling
• Spend Analytics
• Contracts Management, Creation and Approval
• Supplier Governance
• Managing Complex Cross Functional Business Relationships
• Sourcing Strategy Formulation & Value Creation

Non-technical:

• Interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Networking skills
• Business acumen
• Change management skills

Additional information:

• Preference will be given to HDSA candidates and consideration will be given to the company’s Employment Equity Policy and Labour Plan

Closing Date: 24 September, 2025