Projects Systems Specialist at Anglo American

Job Description:

The purpose of Projects Systems Specialist is to enable the delivery of business processes, communication, collaboration and knowledge management through the deployment, support and maintenance of enterprise technology, infrastructure, applications and mine technical systems.

• Own the IM enablement of the Capital and Stay-in-Business Projects strategy

• Analyse business partner’s operation to determine opportunities to streamline or automate processes and functions

• Assist in the business process redesign

• Translate high level business requirements into functional specifications for the IM organisation and manages changes to such specifications. Demonstrate commercial awareness.

• Develop project plans and teamwork assignments, direct and monitor work efforts on a daily basis, identify resource needs, perform quality review; and escalate functional, quality, timeline issues appropriately

• Coordinate communication with all areas of the business that impact the project scope, budget, risk and resources of the work effort being managed

• Provide effective stakeholder feedback through agreed forums and escalation management

• Ensure effective reporting of all highlights, cost savings, challenges and focus areas for Capital and Stay-in-Business Projects.

• Provide effective Mining Technical Systems license management to remain compliant

• Follow relevant forecasting processes for annual Mining Technical Systems Licence renewals

• Participate in the annual budget process to include all relevant budget items for effective delivery.

• Compile application roadmap(s) for Capital and Stay-in-Business applications.

Qualifications:

• An undergraduate qualification (Bachelors degree or equivalent) in the relevant IM Discipline.
• Desirable: It would be advantageous to have a postgraduate qualification in the relevant IM discipline OR a proven track record of extensive practical experience in a role and context of similar complexity.

Additional information:

Who we are

• We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.  As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

What we offer

• When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.