Process Section Supervisor at Minopex

Description

• The purpose of this position is to supervise processes and teams within sections of the production area to ensure that operational parameters are maintained, and production targets are achieved according to the outlined production requirements whilst adhering to Health & Safety standards

Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend shift handover to obtain previous shift information and schedule shift resources accordingly.
• Perform visual inspections of the work area to identify problems and report to the Shift Supervisor.
• Monitor production according to shift targets
• Supervise and maintain a high standard of housekeeping.
• Provide maintenance support to the Engineering department.
• Identify causes of spillage in the plant and generate suggestions to minimize the spillage.
• Continuously monitor equipment failure and efficiency
• Report breakdowns to the Shift Supervisor
• Investigate and attend to visible process related maintenance problems, e.g., replacement of screens, idlers etc. where engineering is not required.
• Issue clearance and safe work permits for all operational tasks conducted within responsible sections.
• Conduct and supervise plant operational tasks within responsible sections

Qualification Requirements

• Grade 12
• National Certificate Mineral Processing Level 2 or equivalent Minerals Processing qualification
• Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Process / Plant Operator, preferably within the hydrometallurgical mineral processing industry
• Computer Literate in MS Office
• Froth flotation process operational experience would be advantageous.
• English language proficiency
• Time management skills
• Supervisory skills
• Knowledgeable in the requirements of the MHSA