Vacancies at PPC Africa

Job Advert Summary    

• SHE Practitioner ensures workplace safety, health, and environmental compliance. Conducts risk assessments, investigates incidents, enforces regulations, delivers training, and promotes a strong safety culture while supporting audits and sustainability initiatives.

Minimum Requirements    
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

• Degree/Diploma in SHE Management

EXPERIENCE: 

• Safety, Health and Environmental management systems in a heavy industry or mining environment for 1-2 years
• Knowledge of ISO EMS 14001:2015, QMS 9001:2015 & OHS 45001:2018 systems

People Management

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Microsoft Office - Intermediate
• NSSA Membership
• SAP-ERP

IDEAL:

• Driver’s license

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Business intelligence and trend analysis: Track integrated scorecards for work areas, operations and business groups (e.g.: Business Safety Indexes). Create and maintain graphs, spreadsheets and documents
• Maintenance, management and improvement of SHE processes and systems: Create and maintain filing systems. Perform an Elementary Design Function with ISO Achiever. Ensure IRMS Database integrity and training of ISO Achiever users. Keep all risk related documents updated and filed
• Functional and strategic planning: Compile a plan for SHE and Risk Departmental Activities: SHE inspections, Risk inspections, Safety training, Training and Awareness Campaigns
• Management of SHE and Risk activities, audits and investigations, quality, changes and compliance: Participate in accident and incident investigations. Administer Group Personal Accident (GPA) claims. Perform general clerical functions. Conduct and participate in scheduled and unscheduled SHE inspections and audits. Conduct Environmental monitoring: Dust, Noise, Light and Water sampling. Conduct and participate Risk assessments of Standard and Situational risk, training of relevant personnel and do amendment to the relevant documentation as required. Conduct and participate in Fire risk assessments and inspections, yearly servicing of equipment and training of fire team. Conduct SHE training and induction training with contractors, service providers and new employees as required. Prepare meeting SHE departmental and interdepartmental presentations and minute meetings
• Communication and reporting: Participate in inter-departmental INVOCOMs. Participate and ensure that departmental safety meetings are held to the correct standards. Facilitate and participate in departmental INVOCOMs. Conduct Training and Awareness campaigns as per schedule
• Minimise Waste: Evaluate negative trends and take remedial action. Minimise wast
• Internal Stakeholders: Promote establishing healthy, informative relationships with internal stakeholders - management and employees. Promote, within the department and business, a health and safety conscious culture and service delivery to internal customers. Manage the expectations of internal stakeholders
• External Stakeholders: Liaise professionally with external stakeholders, such as other PPC site representatives and local authorities.

Deadline:27th May,2026

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Job Advert Summary    

• The Maintenance Foreman is responsible for leading and coordinating maintenance activities to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of plant equipment. The role provides technical guidance and supervision to the maintenance team, ensuring that preventative and corrective maintenance is executed to high standards of quality and safety. The position supports plant availability and production targets through effective planning, breakdown response, problem solving and continuous improvement of maintenance practices. The Maintenance Foreman also ensures that maintenance systems, procedures and reporting requirements are adhered to while fostering a disciplined, accountable and safety-focused maintenance team.
• The Maintenance Foreman will be appointed as the Competent Person for the ICE Meyerton plant in accordance with the General Machinery Regulations of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 1993.

Minimum Requirements    
Qualifications

• A trade qualified Millwright, Electrician or Fitter & Turner
• An Engineering Diploma in mechanical or electrotechnical (heavy current) fields with an academic qualification of at least N5 or T3.

Ideal

• A qualified Millwright with an Engineering Diploma in mechanical or electrotechnical (heavy current) fields with an academic qualification of at least N5 or T3.
• Valid code 10 driver’s licence.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years relevant maintenance experience within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years of experience subsequent to achieving the N5 or T3 qualification.
• Proven plant maintenance experience across multiple disciplines (mechanical, electrical and instrumentation).
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance coordination, supervision or acting foreman responsibilities will be advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of plant equipment, maintenance systems and fault-finding practices.
• Exposure to cement manufacturing processes and equipment will be advantageous.
• Computer literacy in MS Office and maintenance management systems is essential.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems, programming and fault finding (e.g. Siemens PLC environments) will be advantageous.
• Specific equipment hands-on experience would be compulsory: Conveyor belts, Screw Conveyors, Pneumatic & Hydraulics, Bucket Elevators, Gearboxes, Ball Mills, Rotary Packers, Shrink Hood applicators, FANUC Robots or Palletizers, Weighing and other Instruments, Wet and Dry Mixers, In-line weighers
• CMMS experience (Onkey) and ABB KM systems will be beneficial

Ideal

• Same as above, but with a minimum of 10 years relevant maintenance experience within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Cement Manufacturing Processes and Plant Equipment
• Knowledge of Maintenance Systems and Practices
• Knowledge of Safety Standards and Legal Compliance

Special Requirements

• Availability for Standby and After-Hours Work
• Ability to Work in a Heavy Industrial Environment
• Sound Operational Knowledge of Plant Equipment
• Ability to Coordinate Multi-Disciplinary Maintenance Activities

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Coordinate and supervise daily maintenance activities to ensure safe and reliable plant operation.
• Ensure maintenance systems, procedures and company policies are adhered to and up to date.
• Respond to plant breakdowns and maintenance requests and ensure timely restoration of equipment.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance jobs including labour, tools and spare parts.
• Ensure high quality workmanship and compliance with plant standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records including job cards, equipment history and maintenance feedback.
• Monitor compliance with safety standards, maintenance procedures and authority levels.
• Provide daily, weekly and monthly maintenance reports.
• Conduct daily invocom / toolbox discussions with the maintenance team.
• Support continuous improvement through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Cost saving initiatives to reduce operational costs and expenses
• Managing and Monitoring stores stock ensuring critical and normal spares are always available

Generic Competencies

• Demonstrated leadership ability with the capability to guide and support maintenance teams in a plant environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with artisans, supervisors and plant management.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple maintenance priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a structured approach to fault finding and root cause analysis.
• Demonstrated planning and organisational skills with the ability to coordinate maintenance activities effectively.
• High level of accountability and ownership in executing maintenance tasks and ensuring work is completed safely and to standard.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering and external service providers.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and operational excellence.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism and respect in dealing with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Willingness to mentor and develop junior employees and apprentices within the maintenance team

Deadline:22nd May,2026

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Job Advert Summary    

• To supervise a production shift, ensuring the plant operates safely and efficiently at all times, and to produce the required aggregate and sand products in accordance with specified quality standards, and to foster and create a motivated productive team.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric or equivalent
• Supervisory or production management training is advantageous
• 3-year tertiary qualification. (Preferably Mechanical/Production/Industrial Engineering)
• 3 years’ experience in Aggregates plant operation
• Good understanding of Aggregates plant process flow
• Competent A Certificate
• Experience in planning, execution of shifts, job scheduling and performance monitoring
• Experience in maintenance of fixed plant equipment (e.g. feeders, belt conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, couplings, etc.) and mobile equipment
• Fault finding and problem solving on plant equipment and plant processes
• Experience and understanding of Aggregates plant equipment
• Competent A Certificate
• Experience in planning, execution of shifts, job scheduling and performance monitoring
• Ensuring consistent quality control of aggregates
• Managing, analysing shift reports and production data
• Monitoring and supervising of production team and activities
• Experience in basic maintenance of fixed plant equipment (e.g. feeders, belt conveyors, screens, pumps, gearboxes, couplings, etc.) and mobile equipment
• Fault finding and problem solving on plant equipment and plant processes
• Computer literate.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Ensure production process run reliably and efficiently to ensure optimal production.
• Manage and coordinate quality product
• Experience in in leading a team and co-ordinating different departmental activities.
• Manage the Industrial relations issues on the operations under his control.
• Ability to enforce discipline and maintain productivity under pressure
• Manage and co-ordinate the Health; Safety and Quality programmes and issues on the operations under his control.
• Manage and maintain stock levels per product

Deadline:22nd May,2026

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Job Advert Summary    

• The Accounts clerk is responsible for processing and preparing financial data and reports up to general ledgers, performing account reconciliations and the management of various accounting activities as required.

Minimum Requirements    

• 3+ relevent years experience in an accountant role
• Accounting diploma 
• Experience in mining or manufacturing in the financial environment is advantageous
• Tax/ Vat experience is advantageous
• Driver’s license

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Ensure all accounting is in compliance with IFRS
• Assist with monthly GL account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items
• Prepare journal entries as required for accurate financial closure at month end and year end
• Assist with the preparation reconciliation of intercompany balances and ensure accuracy of processing into the
• SAP GL clearing and housekeeping
• Stock Obsolescence printouts and journals processed
• Assist in Asset verifications and useful life processing
• Provide assistance and reports relating to Tax and Vat queries as
• Cash book processing
• Assist debtors with FI credits and debts
• Adhoc general accounting and administrative duties

Deadline:25th May,2026

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Job Advert Summary    

• The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for managing and processing all invoices received for payment and ensuring that creditors (suppliers) are paid accurately and on time. The role supports the finance function by maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12/Matric with Mathematics and Accounting.
• Bookkeeping certificate
• 2 – 3 years relevant experience.
• Diploma or Certificate in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping (preferred)
• Computer Literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Pastel Evolution) is essential.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is essential.
• Administrative experience advantageous
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good numerical and analytical ability
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving ability
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems

Duties and Responsibilities    
Invoice Processing

• Receive, review, and verify supplier invoices for accuracy and completeness
• Capture invoices in the accounting system in a timely manner
• Perform 2-way or 3-way matching (invoice, purchase order, and goods received note)
• Ensure correct allocation to general ledger accounts and cost centres

Payments

• Prepare payment runs (weekly/monthly) in line with company payment terms
• Ensure all supporting documentation is complete before processing payments
• Process payments via EFT, bank systems, or other approved methods
• Monitor payment schedules to avoid late payments or penalties

Supplier (Creditor) Management

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records
• Reconcile supplier statements on a monthly basis
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, queries, or disputes
• Communicate with suppliers regarding invoices, payments, and queries

Reconciliations

• Perform monthly accounts payable reconciliations
• Ensure all transactions are recorded and correctly reflected
• Identify and resolve reconciling items promptly

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure adherence to company financial policies and procedures
• Maintain proper filing and documentation for audit purposes
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing required documents
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations (e.g., VAT on invoices where applicable)

Reporting & Administration

• Prepare AP ageing reports
• Assist with month-end close processes
• Track and report on outstanding invoices and liabilities
• Maintain organized records (physical or electronic filing)

Deadline:21st May,2026

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Job Advert Summary    

• Ensure Accounts payable month-end and year-end closing procedures are completed efficiently, accurately, and timely. Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements. Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients. Generate reports detailing accounts payables status. GRIR and Age analysis. Understand expense accounts and cost centers. Understands compliance issues around accounts payable processes. Reconciling GRIR. Attending to audit requirements. Ad hoc requirement. Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures. Perform day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data. Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.

Minimum Requirements    

• Diploma in Finance or Equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in Finance or Accounting or Accounts Payable environment
• SAP ERP
• Good inter-personal skills

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Entering invoices into the accounts payable system or submission to the BOT system
• Processing payments
• Filing and maintaining supplier records
• Checking and verifying invoices
• Performing other ad hoc tasks as required by their supervisor.
• Preparing local supplier payments
• Checking miscellaneous vendors in the creditors listing to ensure that there are no debit balances and that all clearing has been done etc.
• Preparation of invoices for payment
• Navigation of the connection between Sap (PR, PO and goods & invoice receipt (GRIR ) in order to prepare a payment
• Familiar with rules pertaining to payment dates
• Familiar with rules pertaining to payment terms
• Familiarity with SAP reports showing search terms, payment terms, vendor classification etc.)
• Checking for tax compliance (VAT and tax clearance) and consequences of not doing so
• Checking forms prepared by initiators of the payment request for information relating to cost centres and GL accounts, including ensuring that attached supporting documentation is appropriate and that the form is correctly authorised by the person indicated in the authorisation matrix.
• Preparation of the FB60 form as above when required.
• Preparation and parking of sundry invoices and credit memos in SAP when appropriate to do so.
• Preparation of documents to be sent for a payment proposal
• Servicing internal and external customers
• Archiving timeously of all Finance records

Deadline:24th May,2026

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Job Advert Summary    

• The Manager/Specialist SHE is responsible for the safety, health, and environmental strategy in consultation with the General Managers and Business Unit Heads. This role is also responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety, health and environmental sustainability standards and work systems. Ensure safe and healthy work environment and meeting PPC`s environment and sustainability commitments.

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor’s degree in Environment or Safety Management (NQF Level 7)
• Certification in safety or environmental management would be advantageous
• Driver’s licence with own vehicle
• Experience in heavy industry or mining as a SHE Manager
• Supervisory or management experience

Duties and Responsibilities    
Safety Health and Environment (SHE) Management

• Develop strategies to reduce workplace injuries, incidents and fatalities
• Develop a SHE training needs analysis matrix, plan and training material
• Develop SHE initiatives, facilitate and monitor implementation
• Develop and implement the SHE policies within the business
• Analyse incident trends, implement corrective and preventative action to mitigate risks.
• Develop the safety cultural behaviour initiatives and improvement program.

Compliance and Reporting

• Plan, implement, and monitor compliance to SHE standards by conducting periodic audits
• Oversee workplace safety standards and check that all activities are performed safely as per the specification
• Manage the performance of SHE staff
• Report Occupational health Safety related matters to relevant stakeholders and authorities
• Submit internal compliance reports in line with agreed key performance areas and standards
• Monitor SHE statutory compliance within the company, reporting deviations and suggesting ways to correct measures

Stakeholder Management

• Manage contractors and consultants in line with service level agreements
• Respond to regulatory and legislative bodies’ queries
• Interact with relevant internal and external stakeholders on matters affecting the Business Unit
• Manage external contractors such as security teams or project contractors

People Management

• Coach and mentor 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 the delegation of authority level
• Monitor expenditure against approved budget, reporting on any deviations to the line manager and Finance Department

Deadline:28th May,2026