Open Vacancies at Samancor Chrome

Purpose of the job:

To assist the Logistics Superintendent in all activities related to the sourcing, procurement and on-site management of Raw Materials including related on-site materials handling activities thereby ensuring operational stability, efficiency and quality.

Safety, Health, Environment and Quality:

• Ensure SHEQ compliance within the team through effective use of the Toolbox.  
• Utilise the Information Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status.

Customers:

• Ensure customer satisfaction.
• Liaise with Suppliers, Transporters, GPS, Lab, Production and Logistics

 

Sourcing:

• Schedule Raw Material deliveries in line with plant requirements
• Compile and place orders and track Raw Materials receipts against Orders.
• Verify raw material receipts and scale calibrations.
• Verify raw material dispatches.
• Action discrepancies on MES, investigate and communicate all deviations.
• Verify SAP/MES systems.
• Reconcile receipts between transporters and suppliers and communicate to Finance department.

Analysing:

• Ensure alignment of sampling methods with approved sampling standards.
• Ensure alignment of spec master limits on MES with supplier contracts/agreement specifications.
• Ensure that Bulk Densities are measured and approved as per company policy.
• Monitor, review and interpret Lab analysis of all raw materials.
• Ensure that approved results are representative and credible and if not arrange for re-tests or removal from approved lists
• Liaise with all relevant stakeholders regarding quality management (i.e., BIS, GPS, Lab)
• Liaise with GPS & suppliers monthly to ensure that COA’s for all Raw Materials have been submitted and review them against FMT analysis and contract specifications.
• Communicate all non-conforming results with relevant stakeholders.

Research and Development:

• Research on latest technologies relevant to Raw Materials Handling.
• Ensure alignment with the latest approved software for data analysis and visualization.

Reporting:

• Compile quality reports
• Compile out of specification claims.
• Be informed of Raw Materials supply contracts terms and conditions with regards to quality specifications and claims process for material that is out of specification.
• Implement and manage a formal system to effectively initiate, manage and conclude any raw materials quality related corrective actions and complaints for non-compliance to contractual or agreed specification of all raw materials received including the logging and investigation of related SIRs and NMs.
• Ensure that a suitable monthly SLA is developed, implemented, measured, discussed and sign-off by Logistics and Operations

Raw Material Management:

• Take full responsibility for the management of all raw materials spillages on site including any processing or treatment required for it to be suitable for re-use.
• Take full responsibility for raw material crushing and screening requirements including related Logistical arrangements.
• Formalize processes to determine/record tonnages processed and prepare, submit and process the associated monthly account for payment after approval by the Logistics Superintendent
• Assist with ad-hoc tasks related to the Department as and when requested by the Logistics Superintendent including raw materials and on-site materials handling month-end reporting as and when required.
• Investigate and clear deviations between Mines and Smelter on the Inter site Checkpoint Deviation Report. 

Skills:

• Observation skills
• Planning skills
• Action orientated
• Organising and regulating skills
• Coordinating skills

Knowledge:

• Understanding Furnace operations

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED 

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Operational Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Contributing to Team Success
• Business Understanding
• Adhering to Values

Minimum Requirements:

• Metallurgical Engineering / Supply Chain, Logistic Management Degree or National Diploma.
• 4 years’ relevant experience, preferably 1 years’ supervisory experience
• Knowledge of SAP System and MS Office
• Matric / Gr12

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Description

• Basic Casing Welder Skills training will run for a period of 6 months.
• Candidates will attend both practical and theory and on successful completion of the programme receive a certificate.
• An allowance will be payable whilst on the programme.
• Training will be conducted through SETA accredited training provider.

  BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED 

• Safety Awareness
• Work Standards
• Managing Work

Requirements

• Completed Grade 12 / N3 with Maths and Physical Science / Engineering Science, minimum 50%
• Certified Proof of qualification to be attached.
• Will undergo a medical examination
• Will be required to undergo a psychometric assessment, hand-eye foot coordination test
• Applicant must be a Local Emalahleni Resident
• EE Training Positions: African Female Candidates only
• Declared Medically Fit

ADVANTAGEOUS 

• Valid Driver's License (B/Code 8)
• Welding Experience

     SELECTION PROCESS

• Shortlisting according to minimum requirements
• Only local African Female Candidates will be Considered
• Panel Interviews
• Psychometric and Technical Assessments
• Medical Fitness Test

Closing Date: 13 May 2024

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• To continuously improve the Asset Capability Assurance process in a safe manner through Root Cause Failure Analysis on high frequency and high-cost breakdowns and analysing maintenance performance.

Balanced Scorecard Pillars, Roles and Responsibilities:
SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY 
Manage Risks:

•  Ensure the legislated safety, health and environmental standards are maintained 
•  Perform on-site Risk Assessments with internal & external resources
•  Verify equipment registers are updated
•  File hard copies of Statutory and ISO work orders
•  TECO Statutory & ISO work orders

PEOPLE

• Supervise the Team:
•  Ensure an enabling climate/culture
•  Maintain labour stability by minimizing labour turnover
•  Labour complement in line with budget 
•  Manage performance against set targets and competencies
•  Ensure IDP’s are linked to performance results and implemented as per plan
•  Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly)
•  Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
•  Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
•  Conduct recruitment interviews
•  Ensure manual notifications are filled in.
• CUSTOMERS
•  Mobilise resources to attend to plant stoppages as quickly and safely as possible
•  Provide constant feedback to the plant production personnel with regard to the progress of any maintenance work on the plant
•  Align the maintenance effort with plant production priorities
•  Proactively seek ways of improving equipment reliability, planned maintenance and physical maintenance.

BUSINESS PROCESSES
Maintenance Support:

•  Initiate and Review task list reviews
•  Develop maintenance plans (frequencies, maintainable items)
•  Initiate plan review and review maintenance plans

Maintenance Data Analysis:

•  Perform Pareto analyses, correlation analyses and report top 5 chronic losses
•  Interview production personnel w.r.t. trips and artisans w.r.t. repetitive trips

Solve problems and implement solutions:

•  Initiate root cause failure analysis
•  Provide feedback on pro-active identification of problem to originator
•  Record issues surrounding problems
•  Assure sustainability of solutions

Work Analysis:

•  Monitor and ensure strict adherence to maintenance work management principles (percent planned work, adherence to schedule, number of breakdowns, number of proactive requests) to obtain maximum          plant availability at minimum maintenance cost per unit produced.
•  Good team player and goal oriented.

Contractor Management:

•  Optimise manning plan through the use internal or contractor artisans for unplanned work
•  Create SES for unplanned work
•  Manage contractor activities on site
•  Physically accept and document acceptance of work 
•  Verify quantities involved in contractor work
•  Record contractor non-conformance
•  Sign invoice, timesheet or pro-forma (Complete SAS); (Complete SES)

Rotables Management:

•  Decide whether item can be repaired based on initial visual inspection
•  Complete all fields on the "Damage" tag on the return item to rotable store 
•  TECO original PM01 order and complete notification 
•  Maintain Scope of Work data base (Specifications, Quality Plan, Witness points)

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

•  Monitor Work Centre Maintenance Budget 
•  Control Maintenance Costs

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Engineering Diploma or Higher Certificate (N3)
• Section 13 or 26D Auto Electrical or Diesel Mechanical Trade
• Working Knowledge of TMM Machinery
• 5 years relevant experience with 2 years supervisory experience

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide technical, functional and integration expertise for BIS through planning, designing, building, implementation, continuous improvement, support and providing training across the relevant technical areas:

• SAP BI
• Custom Solutions
• SAP BPC
• Reporting, dashboarding & analysis of business data

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Process through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

CUSTOMERS 

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

Solutions Architecture

• Develop, maintain and support a standard process solution throughout the Group, taking into consideration the specific requirements and dynamics of each Business unit in the group.
• Identify or clarify Business Unit specific requirements and constraints, governance decisions and policy into systems solutions and enable the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of the solution
• Maintain and improve the latest Business System solution design and documentation to deliver an excellent level of functionality as well as complying with business standards and good governance
• Maintain all processes into an enterprise business process mapping tool or model and continually synchronise between systems and all levels of business processes
• Identify and justify site-specific variations including reports, developments, interfaces etc.
• Execute testing of changes such as: Upgrades, etc.
• Provide technical leadership regarding BI Systems, Analytics, integration and – interfacing.
• Maintain all relevant system, application, functional, technical and process material and documentation according to ISO 9000 standards
• Provide training where required

Governance:

• Maintain compliance and governance of the Samancor Chrome Business System frameworks, architecture, and solutions, including the review and signoff at key control points: Planning, Business Blueprint, Realization, Testing, Integration, Training and Go Live
• Ensure the compliance with governance of Change Control, Risk Assessment, and internal procedures throughout solution delivery.

Business Systems Support:

• Provide Technical, functional and process support and expertise for SAP and related Business Systems
• Ensure effective utilization of Applications and Business System functionality and - integration
• Maintain initiatives for focus group discussions, operational issue resolution and build a good working relationship with all relevant role players / super users
• Provide specialized training to stakeholders (telephonically, user groups, etc.)

Subject Matter Expert:

• Provide relevant architectural, configuration and business process expertise for business solutions across specific process domains based on system constraints and functionality
• Extend Business System solutions expertise down to Business Unit level

SAP BI (Business Intelligence):

• Provide Business Intelligence Solutions and processes to key and end users
• Assess Business Unit, Application, functional and Process requirements

Analytics:

• Provide Business Analytic Solutions and processes to key and end users
• Assess Business Unit, Application, functional and Process requirements

 

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence
• Drive process improvement initiatives to further enhance best practice use of the system at Group and Business Unit level, communications, workflow stability, security governance,  agreed common business processes, data integrity  and related integration for other solutions
• Research and develop new Business System functionality and solutions and continually assesses the usability and value-add for Samancor Chrome
• Build a Center Of Excellence network

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Relating & Networking
• Change Leadership
• Business Acumen

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Skills:

• Microsoft Programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES)
• SAP & Coupa Authorisations & workflow

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate quality Technical Knowledge of SAP and BI
• Demonstrate knowledge of Mining processes and Industry standards
• Demonstrate an understanding of Process Automation
• Demonstrate an understanding of IMS and MES Systems 

Minimum qualifications: 

• Degree or National Diploma Information Technology / Business Management
• 4 years’ relevant experience
• SAP BI or BPC Certification

Additional qualifications: 

Knowledge of:

• SAP FILO and HR
• SAP Integration
• Analytics (Power BI and/or SAC)
• MS Office integration

Closing date: 14 May 2024

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To contribute towards the achievement of the TC Smelters objectives which includes, Zero harm, conformance to the ISO 45001:2018 standard and compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) 29 of 1996 and related regulations. To coordinate the operational and administrative activities of the SHEQ department.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Comply with all SHEQ requirements
• Utilise integrated SHEQ management system’s tools to manage and lead its performance. Tools includes IMS, MES, ChromeDoc, LMS, Item tracker, etc

CUSTOMERS 

• Ensure internal customer satisfaction
• Liaise with all relevant interested parties
• Participate in relevant internal and external committees

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

• Carry a 2.17.1 legal appointment and carry out all Safety Officer duties.
• Promote a culture of Health and Safety. Attend green area /toolbox talks meetings and promote SHEQ awareness.
• Conduct audits and inspections, provide feedback on non-conformances and check effectiveness of actions taken.
• Report incidents, near misses and participate in or facilitate incident investigations.
• Compile and review Risk Assessments. Provide coaching to employees and contractors on SHEQ related matters. 
• Carry out Planned Task Observations on high-risk activities
• Conduct emergency preparedness drills.
• Assist with the development of SHEQ training programmes and perform coaching on SHEQ procedures.
• Participate in SHEQ related monitoring e.g., illumination, noise, confined space testing, etc.
• Monitor the conditions of SHEQ related equipment and report faults
• Carry out contractor management duties which includes reviewing of safety files and upkeep of the electronic contractor management system.
• Verification of employee training and signing off of route forms.
• Assist departments navigate SHEQ Management systems such IMS
• Provide guidance of SHEQ related matters and ensure customer satisfaction
• Provide support by attend departmental meetings and giving feedback on SHEQ Matters
• Carry out SHEQ Standby duties, including oversight of high risk safety activities- after hours or on weekends
• Ensure all SHEQ safety signages are legible and initiate replacements if required.
• Carry out procurement duties, i.e., drafting scopes of work, placing of requisitions and following up on orders
• Oversee the issuing and repairs of safety equipment such as fire extinguisher, CO Monitors, VDS, PPS, etc done by a contractors.
• Participate in internal ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 audits.
• Where required, provide additional safety oversight during high risk shut down activities.
• Coordinate and implement SHEQ improvement projects.

GROWTH

• Manage continuous improvement through Operational Excellence

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Operational Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Contributing to Team Success
• Business Understanding

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: 

Skills:

• Auditing
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good organisation skills
• Ability to maintain effective work relationships
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Observation skills (attention to detail)
• Computer skills
• Time management
• Incident investigation
• Risk management
• Project management
• Training 

Knowledge:

• SHEQ Management Systems
• ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 system knowledge
• Mine Health and Safety Act & related regulations
• Procurement processes 

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• National Diploma in Safety Management
• 4 years’ relevant experience in the SHEQ disciplines working in an industrial/ production site
• ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001

Additional certificate:

• Legal Liability
• HIRA
• Confined Space 

Closing Date: 16 May 2024

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To safely carry out preventative maintenance and repairs to the plant in line with planned, unplanned, breakdown and documented work.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Participate and comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox)

CUSTOMERS 

• Ensure customer satisfaction

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety, Environment, Quality and housekeeping in section
• Apply fault-finding techniques, conduct root cause failure analysis and regular plant inspections
• Inspect, Maintain and repair mechanical parts, components and equipment and ensure that critical spares are identified
• Comply with MHSact standards, ensure that electrical installations comply with statutory regulations, conform to safety standard and planned maintenance system requirements 
• Complete breakdown work order, create notification, provide feedback and generate orders on the SAP system

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Cost reduction and continuous improvement

BEHAVIOURAL COMPRTENCIES REQUIRED

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Contributing to Team Success
• Adhering to Values

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES

Skills:

• Microsoft Programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• Grade 12/ N3 and relevant Trade Test
• 3 years’ relevant experience
• Computer Literate

Closing Date: 16 May 2024

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Oversee, Support and maintain IT Server, Networking and End User computing environments

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Identify and assess level of issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Process through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

CUSTOMERS 

• Render the right service first time
• Maintain and improve relationships with key stakeholders
• Interact with customers and familiarise yourself with operational concerns and any inherent peculiarities (e.g. SHEQ, ISO, IT issues)

Suppliers Relations:

• Liaise with IT suppliers and service providers as required

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

Policies, Procedures:

• Update IT Policies, Procedure, Standards, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.
• Implement IT Policies, Procedure, Standards, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.

Networks:

• Install, configure and maintain Wide Area Networks (WAN) with Service providers
• Install, configure and maintain Radio Networks (RAN) with Service providers
• Design, configure and maintain Routing protocols between Business Units
• Design, configure and maintain VLAN’s on large corporate network
• Maintain and assist with uplinks to Production (Instrumentation) networks
• Design a local area computer network (LAN) for a departmental office environment
• Install and commission local area computer networks (LAN)
• Install, configure and maintain networks in Datacenters
• Ensure overall network availability and performance
• Implement and maintain network monitoring products
• Manage network Service Providers

Systems:

• Test new systems against given specifications
• Support the business in utilising in-house developed applications
• Support the business in accessing and utilising purchased applications and systems
• Implement a wide range of Microsoft Technologies, systems and applications
• Implement and support new IT Systems required by the business
• Upgrade systems to the latest available versions

Software:

• Test new software against given specifications
• Implement and oversee business software in an end user computer environment
• Implement and oversee business software in a server environment
• Implement and oversee business software utilising a database environment
• Upgrade software to the latest available versions

IT Security:

• Provide education to users to bring about an understanding of IT security risks
• Safeguard Samancor data and systems against unauthorised access
• Safeguard Samancor computers, networks and systems against malware
• Safeguard Samancor network environment against hackers
• Safeguard IT facilities (Offices, workshops, datacentres)

Business Continuity:

• Adhere to change control processes
• Maintain and support the IT back-up strategy
• Implement and maintain system and data backups in line with Samancor policies
• Implement and maintain the Samancor Chrome BIS Disaster Recovery Plan
• Testing of all backup sets as per policy to ensure data and system recovery

IT Infrastructure:

• Compile functional specification for new IT Infrastructure (Servers, Storage and Networks)
• Implement, maintain and support the IT Infrastructure (Servers, Storage and Networks)
• Regularly review the system architecture to ensure it meets user and IT requirements
• Regularly review and upgrade Server and end user environments to the latest platforms
• Ensure compliance to Group standardisation of Hardware/Software for Samancor Chrome
• Maintain and repair server and related datacenter components
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure monitoring products
• Oversee total IT infrastructure, availability and performance

Support and Resources:

• Oversee the BIS team and assist with general queries
• Build, maintain and coordinate the BIS team
• Oversee IT training requirements within the team
• Align IT environment and the team with Samancor Group strategy
• Facilitate group discussions to implement solutions to problems
• Oversee outstanding incidents with the team
• Manage service providers according to open orders and SLA’s
• Implement and coordinate IT related projects
• Ensure overall end user satisfaction as a service delivery department
• Deal with IT operational problems that have been escalated

Oversee and provide a 24 hour support function

• Support Local and Wide area networks
• Support Systems and Infrastructure
• Support End users with escalated problems

Risk Management:

• Identify, manage and minimize risk in the IT Department and environment
• Escalate critical matters to the appropriate Managers in order to minimise the risk imposed

Continuous Improvement:

• Liaise with Management to identify opportunities for improvement
• Identify and define new IT requirements resulting in the establishment of projects
• Implement Continuous Improvement initiatives

Reporting/Documentation:

• Compile Project documentation
• Submit IT Operational Reports
• Oversee all IT related documentation

Procurement:

• Oversee the procurement process of all IT related equipment
• Ensure orders are placed for IT equipment
• Liaise with vendors and follow-up
• Ensure equipment is received and vendors are paid
• Ensure equipment received is implemented

IT Asset Management:

• Oversee IT asset management for the business (hardware and software)
• Control the documentation for all IT networks, equipment etc
• Ensure Computer and Server infrastructure equipment is refreshed according to policy
• Oversee all repairs of IT equipment (3rd party vendors)

Administration:

• Conduct general administration in the IT Department (Filing, records, etc.)
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment (Offices, workshops, DataCenter)
• Ensure a clean and risk free systems environment (applications, systems, data)
• Continuous improvement of customer satisfaction by means of surveying

Research:

• Research IT trends, technologies and controls

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Relating & Networking
• Change Leadership
• Business Acumen

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Skills:

• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES)
• Demonstrate appropriate customer care in the context of IT support
• Apply problem solving strategies
• Use computer technology to research a computer topic
• Apply the principles of supporting users of local area networks
• Operate an enterprise server computer system
• Support Access control systems

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate knowledge of IT Policies and Procedures
• Demonstrate knowledge of different computer network architectures and standards
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of Corporate Governance in IT (SOX)
• Explain computer architecture concepts
• Explain Wide Area Computer Networks (WAN`s), Routing & VLANs concepts
• Describe the types of computer systems and associated hardware configurations
• Demonstrate knowledge of hardware components installed in a Datacenter
• Demonstrate knowledge of Microsoft Technologies and Systems
• Demonstrate knowledge of information system technologies
• Demonstrate knowledge of IT Security and related components
• Demonstrate knowledge of Server Operating systems
• Demonstrate knowledge of Advanced troubleshooting
• Demonstrate knowledge of backup environments and DR
• Demonstrate knowledge of Corporate Networking and routing
• Demonstrate knowledge of a virtualized server environments
• Demonstrate knowledge of Access Control systems
• Demonstrate knowledge of Managing an IT Team

Requirements

Minimum qualifications: 

• Degree or National Diploma in Information Technology
• 4 years’ relevant experience in an Infrastructure management and Supervisory IT role

Additional qualifications: 

• Microsoft Certifications (advantageous)

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To assist with safely crushing and screening final product. To inspect the plant and material for deviations, to take samples and to discharge bins onto the tractors on a shift basis.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

•  Participate and comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox) 
•  Adhere to all related SOP’s, PTO’s and CTO’s as per Training Matrix per position, SHEQ and company standards
•  Ensure conformance with quality and environmental standards
•  Ensure that OHSA safety and health standards are maintained

CUSTOMERS 

•  Ensure Customer Satisfaction  

BUSINESS PROCESSES 
Crushing:

•  Inspect plant during operation to ensure that conveyors and screens are not overloaded or damaged
•  Inspect pre-break areas for quality and sizing 
•  Ensure material is stockpiled in the correct bunkers 
•  Ensure screen panels are in good condition for correct product sizing 
•  Ensure that material is crushed and screened to correct size 
•  Ensure that there are no excessive slag and/ or foreign objects in final product
•  Take final product samples during crushing 
•  Collect crusher plant samples, submit and scan in at the Laboratory
•  Monitor chips plant product bins and discharge onto tractor 
•  Temperature scanning of ingots
•  Empty sample bins with Forklift
•  Ensure conformance with quality and environmental standards 
•  Inspect crushed materials for quality deviations e.g., sizing and contamination
•  Assist with crushing process where required 

Low Level Maintenance:

•  Unblock blockages 
•  Ensure good housekeeping in the plant 
•  Inspect equipment for defects e.g., guarding, conveyors, screens, chutes and skirtings
•  Operate the crane/ hoists - when required 

Reporting:

•  Report material quality, sizing and plant performance to the Coordinator during shift

General:

•  Work shifts and overtime when needed

 Any other related tasks required for example:

•  Ad hoc work with Crane / Forklift
•  Collections / deliveries from / to other departments
•  Ad hoc admin etc.

Requirements
Minimum qualifications:

•  Grade 12 or N3 or N3 that is equivalent to a Grade 12/ Matric (4x Technical subjects or 4x Business subjects and 2x Language subjects)

Advantageous:

•  Experience of the plant, raw and final materials
•  Basic Production Skills Programme
•  Valid driver’s license (minimum B/ Code 8) 
•  Crane licence
•  Forklift licence

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

•  Safety Awareness
•  Initiative
•  Managing Work
•  Results Orientation
•  Work Standards
•  Interpersonal Skills
•  Communication
•  Adaptability
•  Contributing to Team Success

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: 
Skills: 

•  Microsoft Office 
•  Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, MES, LMS) 
•  Good Coordination Skills (Hand/eye and foot)

Knowledge: 

•  Demonstrate an understanding of product identification and quality

Closing date: 15 May 2024

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To add value to the company through the performance of risk based audits, consulting and advisory engagements. Assist with the performance of special ad-hoc reviews and investigation to improve the risks, internal control, systems and governance process within the company.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Process through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status
• Perform near misses ensuring department targets are met.

PEOPLE

• Manage personal development
• Assist and coach other internal audit team members during complex audit assignments

CUSTOMERS

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction
• Develop, maintain and improve relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
• Liaise and inform the Business Units regarding Internal Audit methodology
• Report on key issues identified during the audit Make suitable recommendations for improvement or corrective action

BUSINESS PROCESSES

Risk Assessment and Planning:

• Prepare the Internal Audit Engagement Memorandum.
• Determine the scope of work for the audits.
• Determine required time and resources required to carry the audits
• Prepare process flow charts/ system descriptions and process narratives
• Identify and assess pertinent key business risks and the compensating controls
• Prepare the risk and control matrix for assigned audit engagements

Audit Engagement/ Assignments:

• Lead the assigned audit engagements or projects
• Prepare and execute risk based internal audit assignment
• Plan and develop detailed audit programme for assigned audit engagement
• Identify and assign audit work to other internal auditors during the audit process
• Perform analytical reviews and testing procedures during audit engagement
• Prepare audit working papers that support the issues presented in an audit report
• Communicate significant audit findings to the Audit Superintendent on time
• Develop and confirm  audit findings with Auditee’s responsible staff and management
• Make suitable recommendation to improve the operations and internal controls
• Prepare and present formal written internal audit reports for audits performed
• Identify and recommend training needs for other internal auditors
• Manage and resolve disputes/ conflict that may arise during the audits
• Develop standard audit programs for the audits and align them to controls and risks. 

Follow Up Audits:

• Monitor and follow-up on the implementation status of the recommendations made by Internal Audit and the agreed management action plans
• Prepare clear and concise follow-up report outlining the implementation status of recommendations and agreed action plans, and further present it to management

Ad hoc requests/ Special Assignments:

• Lead and or execute the special reviews or ad hoc requests projects. 
• Assist in the performance of special review requested by Management
• Prepare concise reports for ad hoc projects/ assignments and present it to Management       

Quality:

• Execute/ assist in completion of all audit work in accordance with IIA standards
• Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with IIA standards and code of ethics
• Prepare clear and concise reports for audit and ad hoc engagements performed

GROWTH

Continuous Improvement:

• Contribute to the improvement of IT, risk management and control systems
• Identify or ensure that significant risks facing the company are identified
• Business and system improvement
• Assist in carrying fraud and other management special requests

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Relating & Networking
• Change Leadership
• Business Acumen

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

Identify key risk exposures and make suitable recommendations to address the risks

Develop suitable audit programmes to enable effective and efficient assurance review

 

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Skills:

• Microsoft Office Programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills / report writing
• Fraud investigation and Information Technology audit skills will be an advantage

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the risk based internal auditing
• Know and understand audit procedures and computerised accounting in SAP and Coupa.
• Obtain and evaluate the audit evidence, and to prepare & present audit reports
• Knowledgeable in risk management and control frameworks
• Knowledgeable in relevant South African legislations, Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting or Auditing
• 4 years’ relevant experience

Additional qualifications: 

• Honours or CIA or CISA or CRM

Closing date: 17 May 2024