Current Opportunities at South32

POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• To ensure that the quality of supplied equipment and workmanship are in accordance with the project scope of work, engineer’s design and specifications.
• To monitor and control project execution (cost, time and quality) by ensuring adherence to construction regulations, Hillside HSE procedures, adherence to the project execution plan & reporting.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have an N4 Technical Certificate with engineering drawing subject with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a Technical Field;
• A valid trade test (Mechanical or Electrical) will be advantageous;
• Safety certification and experience will be advantageous;
• Experience in Civil Engineering or Construction Management in heavy industry will be advantageous;
• Working experience on SAP is essential;
• Experience in facilitating safe site deconstruction when project is complete is essential;
• Experience in liaising with contractors, project engineers and a project superintendent on all project matters is essential.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Ensure advance scheduling of contractors/vendors;
• Ensure that project contractors/vendors comply to construction regulations & Hillside HSE standards prior to commencement of construction work;
• Ensure that safety files and all required project documentation is accurately completed, signed off and available for audit or verification when required;
• Load the necessary SAP notifications and ensure that work execution is catered for during plant prioritization meetings;
• Facilitate and ensure that all project contractors have the required authority to work onsite;
• Facilitate project requirements for site establishment;
• Monitor and report on project progress to Project Engineers and keep detailed project records;
• Liaise with contractors, engineers and the project superintendent on all project matters;
• Ensure compliance to design specifications, building/construction regulations, health, safety and environmental standards and legal requirements;
• Ensure that daily project activities are safely executed as per the project plan;
• Facilitate safe site deconstruction when project is complete.

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POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• Purpose of role is to deliver outstanding C&I engineering outcomes, including G&TS, asset management and the provision of C&I engineering technical support to Operations in accordance with relevant processes, standards and performance targets for HSEC and costs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have N6 or National diploma in Electronics together a minimum of 10 years working experience in a heavy industry and/or mining;
• Well-practiced and mature understanding in the key elements of governance and technical stewardship, standards and change control in Engineering function is essential;
• Project Management experience in the delivery of small to medium sized projects is essential;
• Computer literacy in MS Suite is essential;
• Valid drivers license is essential.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Comply with and provide input to regional G&TS framework and procedures to ensure C&I deliver business outcomes;
• Define, document and maintain the engineering design blueprint for TC&I including the approval and governance of the associated change process;
• Governance of G&TS  processes and systems to manage performance risk, material risk and license to operate risk;
• Own agreed material risk critical controls and perform risk control execution and verification tasks for identified Engineering controls;
• Determine the budgetary implications for the development of operating budgets and business cases for capital;
• Own and implement the C&I integrity process and provide renewal and upgrade requirements and create a portfolio of modifications and small projects;
• Comply and provide input to standards and the framework for document management across HMM.

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POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• The purpose of the role is to provide theoretical and practical training and assessments, as well as follow up training and coaching in the Mining field to meet organizational objectives.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have Grade12 and a ODETDP Level 4 together with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in training;
• Blasting certificate is essential;
• A Mining related qualification will be advantageous;
• MQA assessor registration is essential;
• Computer literacy in MS Suite is esential;
• Driver’s license is essential.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Plan and facilitate classroom training;
• Conduct on-the-job coaching of operators and supervisors;
• Conduct relevant assessments and declare competency;
• Conduct moderation of assessments;
• Conduct planned task observations and training verifications;
• Review and develop/update relevant learning materials;
• Advise line managers and employees regarding training related matters;
• Implement and manage individual projects;
• Advise and provide guidance to line regarding Training legislation;
• Coach and advise line on integrated HRD aspects.

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POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• The purpose of the role is to be monitor and control storage, ordering and distribution of Explosives and Accessories in accordance to Mining legislations and regulations.  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have a Grade 12 with Mathematics & Science and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant working experience in mining environment;
• Magazine Master Certificate is essential;
• Valid driver’s license is essential.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Receive bulk explosives and accessories at the Explosives Magazine;
• Monitor and control Explosives Magazine stock levels;
• Order Blasting explosives and accessories as required;
• Book out, transport and issue explosives and accessories to Shafts;
• Maintain and update Explosive Registers;
• Destroy bulk spillage emulsion (burning) and burn explosives packaging;
• Monitor and control waste storage (Steel, domestic, rubber, brick yard).

Applications close 19 June 2023                        

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POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• The purpose of the role is to be responsible for timely installation, repair and maintenance of equipment to ensure that mining activities are executed in a safe manner as well as operate equipment and tests all working parts in functional area to ensure proper utilization.  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will Grade 12 with mathematics and science together with a N3 Technical Certificate with a Plater/Welder/Boilermaker Trade Test
•  together with a minimum of 3 years’ technical experience as a qualified Boilermaker of which 3 years on Heavy Mining Equipment;
• Experience in fabrication of pipe work and structures in an underground environment is essential;
• Ability to read drawings and fabricate accordingly;
• Valid Code 08 Driver’s license is essential;
• Experience in maintaining fix processing plant equipment will be advantageous;
• Working experience in SAP/1SAP will be advantageous.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Interprets and coordinates pre-work with regards to repairs, interpretation of hydraulic diagrams, planned and predictive maintenance;
• Accesses any area safely to perform necessary maintenance on machines or equipment;
• Performs safety inspections of equipment and assesses risks on equipment;
• Maintains a clean and safe worksite;
• Ensures the upkeep of maintenance tools and equipment.

Applications close 19 June 2023                          

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POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• The purpose of the role is to safely load and unload people, equipment and materials into and from shaft conveyances and to give the necessary signals at the bank.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have a Grade 12 with Mathematics and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in position as Onsetter.
• Valid Onsetter Certificate is essential;
• Conversant in explosives handling;
• Valid Code 08 Driver’s license is essential.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Conduct regular checks on all signaling devices and signaling lights;
• Control all shaft entrances (Bank and Station) and allow safe access to Shaft Conveyances;
• Give and receive signals to/from a Winder driver for starting and stopping conveyances
• Load and unload men, material, and equipment. Explosives into and from shaft conveyance;
• Test signaling devices for proper operation;
• Report any faults and sub-standard conditions;
• Maintain housekeeping standards in the Bank/Station area;
• Assist with conducting shaft examinations (signaling).

Applications close 19 June 2023                         

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POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• The purpose of the role is to manage the function of Analysis and Improvement for the production department and support the execution teams to meet the departmental objectives.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have a Degree, BTECH or National Diploma in Mining, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering (or similar) with 5 years mining and production experience, with at least 2 year in a supervisory capacity;
• Experience in surface plants (Sinter, DMS or ore preparation) is essential;
• Computer literacy in MS Office and SAP is essential.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Develop and implement the strategy and action plans for production;
• Plan strategically to improve business performance and deliver input into the long-term strategic plans;
• Embed the South32 Care Strategy and Well Designed Work;
• Develop, lead and supervise a team of Analysis & Improvement Specialists that are deployed to efficiently fulfil the A&I function within the production department;
• Ensure the development of the entire production team to the required level of maturity on the best practice road-to-reliability;
• Govern work practices within the production policy and asset management framework;
• Utilise SAP work management processes to investigate reported events;
• Analyse plant performance against technical capability;
• Ensure statutory and legislative compliance of relevant equipment within the operation, and that controls are in place for the identified material risks within the production function.

Applications close 22 June 2023                           

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POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• To safely inspect, wash and prepare faces for drilling.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have Grade 12 with Mathematics (External Candidates) / Grade 10 (Internal Candidates only) with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Mining underground environment.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Demonstrate a basic understanding of the causes of Falls of Ground (FOG);
• Demonstrate knowledge of Symbolic signs;
• Demonstrate an understanding of risk assessment concepts and processes;
• Demonstrate an understanding of the identification of and dealing with rock strata conditions;
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of the concept of a Ground Control District;
• Demonstrate understanding of the importance of safe and correct barring.

Applications close 20 June 2023                                 

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POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• To administer the production standards, operating procedures and control systems that ensure critical controls of the production processes exist and are effective. To conduct the production system monitoring and analysis and execute improvements to production systems and practices to achieve and maintain the predictable, stable and required levels of operating performance within HSECQ requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have a Degree/BTECH in Mechanical Engineering/ Chemical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Process Control within a heavy industry environment;
• Experience in stakeholder engagement on middle management level is essential;
• Knowledge of advanced MS excel or Power BI for developing process analysis tools is advantageous;
• Previous experience in Process Control in an Aluminium Smelter Carbon environment is advantageous.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Producing production standards, operating procedures and control systems to ensure critical controls of the production processes are effective;
• Conducting production system monitoring and analysis;
• Identifying improvements to production systems and practices to achieve and maintain the stable, predictable, and required levels of operating performance within HSE requirements;
• Preparing motivations for engineering changes in the plant based on improvement actions identified by teams and actively involved in successful completion of engineering projects from scoping to handover.

Applications close 16 June 2023                       

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POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• To coordinate, facilitate and support the delivery of South32 Hillside Aluminium Community Development Strategy.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have Degree/BTECH/National Diploma in Social Sciences/ Economics/ Development studies with 5 years’ experience in a Senior Socio Economic role;
• Track record of local and regional partnership development is essential;
• Public Speaking and stakeholder skills are essential;
• Thorough understanding of legislation and policies relating to transformation is essential;
• Sound understanding of Government structures and workings on a provincial and local level is essential;
• Ability to interlace will internal and external stakeholders is essential;
• In-depth knowledge of how community projects are delivered from study to execution phase is essential;
• In depth knowledge and experience in impact measurement of community projects is essential;
• Business/Project Management qualification is advantageous.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Strategic development of the Hillside Aluminium social investment plan in line with the business plan, and Municipal IDP’s;
• Support engagements with key Government departments and community organisations to enhance and protect the company's brand;
• Monitor community and political developments, events and activities that may impact the operation and develop mitigation plans;
• Execute social development projects on time, budget, including adhering to required governance structures;
• Adhere to all compliance requirements as part of internal project management processes;
• Monitor and evaluate projects as per South32’s Community Standard and report outcomes on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis;
• Ensure adequate communication of, and impact and outcome measurements of community projects;
• Provide input into sustainability strategies related to social development and social license to operate, and work to ensure operational management of environmental impacts and consideration of social impacts and opportunities for communities in closure planning;
• Participate and contribute to the reputational support of the Operation and offer advice where necessary engagements.

Applications close 23 June 2023 

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POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• The purpose of the role is providing Asset protection and Security Services for the site including the Hillside Harbor Facilities. Expected to maintain a safe working environment by ensuring that the first line response teams are trained and competent to respond to emergencies in a safe and responsible manner, whereby priority is given to Life Preservation, Health and Safety, Environment, Equipment and Legal Reputation.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have a Degree/BTECH/National Diploma in Security/Risk Management/Safety with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Security Field with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity;
• International exposure to Security and Asset Protection is advantageous;
• Working knowledge of fire detection and protection systems is advantageous;
• Sound knowledge of local bylaws and legislation pertaining to fire, emergency response and security is essential;
• Qualification in Criminology is advantageous;
• Experience in Incident Management and Emergency Response is advantageous;
• Computer literacy MS on Office is essential;
• Working experience on SAP/MES is an added advantage.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manage the security function on site to ensure the protection of employees and assets;
• Manage the access control system and perimeter to prevent unauthorized access onto site;
• Ensure that the camera surveillance system is always functional and monitored by the control room staff;
• Conduct threat assessments from time to time based on changing circumstances of the security profile in and around the plant;
• Responsible for conducting investigations for all fires, fire alarms and emergency incidents in areas under Hillside’s control;
• Monitor attendance to all spillages in and around the Plant (Pot-run outs, chemical, oil, product, cargo, etc.);
• Co-ordinate fire and rescue simulations and participation in emergency drills, and involvement in onsite;
• Maximize the introduction and use of technology to improve integrity of security operation and to stay abreast with new technology and application;
• Identify gaps in security operations and make recommendations and corrections (in time and/or immediate as dictated by security risk);
• Analyse failures and implement relevant actions and learnings from external Security ICAMS and other Industry learnings;

Applications close 23 June 2023