Current Vacancies at AECI Limited

Job Description    

• Receiving new orders from the sales team and arranging shipping.
• Negotiating rates with transporting and courier companies.
• Prepare and provide documents to customers in accordance with the terms of shipment standard operating procedures.
• Compile export documents.
• Prepare necessary documentation for customs clearing.
• Loading Sales orders on SAP and issuing picking lists.
• Maintain consistent and accurate communication to the sales team and customers.
• Ensure compliance with all export regulations and legislation, including hazardous goods.
• Handle all invoicing, generate billing.
• Maintain shipping information on the system.
• General administration and filing.
• Receive and process service provider’s invoices for payment.

Qualifications & Experience    

• NQF6 level qualification in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Transport Management or Logistics Management.
• 1 -2 years’ experience in shipping.
• Knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• SAP knowledge - advantageous.

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Job Description    

• Provide equipment capability, reliability and availability to Operations through the application of planned and predictive maintenance techniques.
• Minimize plant downtime.
• Ensure the integrity of company assets is managed and maintained
• Ensure all maintenance work is carried out to accepted standards and specification.
• Comply with all statutory maintenance and inspection requirements at all times
• Manage the engineering and maintenance requirements across all Industrial Chemical plants in various geographic locations
• Lead a team of Maintenance Managers, Foremen (Mechanical, Electrical Instrumentation & Fabrication) and their artisans and assistants.
• Develop and implement procedures in conjunction with the Maintenance Manager, Planner, Buyer, Foremen and Production departments in order to ensure spare parts availability and control thereof.
• Compile and administer annual department mechanical maintenance budgets and ensure that they are in line with the budget plan.
• Ensure that all critical and statutory documentation is managed and up to date in accordance with planned maintenance programs, statutory requirements and company procedures.

Qualifications & Experience    

• BSc Mechanical Engineering
• GCC Machinery
• Preferably previous Chemical Plant experience
• Prior Management experience
• Prior maintenance experience
• Experience in computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and priorities.
• Ability to manage, coach and mentor a diverse work force.
• Ability to interact effectively with other departments, suppliers & service providers

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Job Description    

• Joint calling with sales team
• Manage a portfolio Technology Partners
• Manage a portfolio of key customers
• Ensure healthy working platform in line with division and company objectives
• Ensure materialisation of working platform
• Setting a clear sales strategy for local and abroad markets
• New business development across the portfolio
• Actively looking for opportunities outside the current portfolio for possible acquisitions
• Meeting tight deadlines across the business
• Directing and assertively pushing the sales team to promote new products and look at new markets
• Have a healthy and active relationship at key accounts
• Ensure the sales team is working with CRM system
• Working capital management – debtors days, no bad debts, stock holding targets are met and sales team is taking stock as per forecast
• Forecasting on a monthly basis
• Reporting back on monthly performance
• Ensure market data is relevant and updated – market intelligence
• Strategically growing the portfolio of customers
• Participating in strategizing the business outlook for 3 – 5 years and ensure materialization of objectives
• Growing customer base year on year
• 12 month Budgeting
• 5-6 year forecasting
• Assisting the sales team with technical briefs and new product development.
• Price negotiations at senior levels.
• Promotion of company products and image.
• Industry/market knowledge within all current industries responsible for.

Qualifications & Experience    

• BSc in a life science discipline will be of benefit.
• Minimum 8-10 years commercial experience within a chemical raw material environment.
• Market intelligence of the raw material markets within the Personal Care and Homecare industries will be of benefit.
• Must have sound understanding of pricing structures.
• Minimum 5 years management role leading a team

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Job Description    

• Oversee direct and indirect tax matters for the Group across all regions.
• Ensure adequate review of Income tax and provisional returns and tax computations for the Group.
• Development and enhancement the tax process to drive efficiency and effectiveness of tax compliance and reporting.
• Maintain relationships with tax authorities and 3rd party advisors to ensure excellent planning, consulting and expertise for the Group.
• Develop tax strategies to ensure the Group optimises its effective tax rate while ensuring full compliance, with a particular focus on transfer pricing and international tax reform. 
• Provide innovative tax planning.
• Manage the tax provision, deferred tax and tax related financial reporting.
• Provide ad-hoc advice, analysis and written opinions on tax impacts of any significant projects or transactions to assist in decisions making
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure all filings are carried out accurately and timeously

To identify and mitigate tax risk:

• Identify areas of tax risk and mitigations for both existing/planned operations and new initiatives
• Highlight tax concerns and propose feasible solutions

To manage and coordinate tax audits:

• Ensure adequate preparation and responses for any tax audits, as well as managing all tax-related matters for the Group’s statutory annual audit
• Drive appropriate and timeous communication with external parties and authorities and ensure all required documentation is provided
• Respond to and resolve all tax audit queries
• To maintain current knowledge and monitor developments in tax legislation and share the knowledge with both management and relevant staff
• To manage own and tax teams professional and self-development

Qualifications & Experience    

• Post-graduate qualification in tax (HDip or similar)
• Excellent technical knowledge of income tax
• Ability to work to deadlines and cope with related pressure
• Leadership of a tax team and a strategic view for tax
• Attention to detail, good analytical skills and accuracy in all areas.
• International tax and indirect tax knowledge
• Managing listed Group tax process, both compliance and strategy
• CA (SA) or Tax Legal background considered an advantage
• Group taxation strategies, international tax and complex transfer pricing
• Advanced MS Office
• Organisational & administrative skills

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Job Description    

• Support the Global Strategic Projects Manager (Head of Department) in co-ordinating the capital budgeting process with respect to project definition from Business Units, and its alignment to the organisational strategic goals;
• Lead projects from initiation through to implementation, covering: pre-feasibility, feasibility, design, execution and closeout;
• Establish project requirements, priorities, and deadlines by undertaking effective stakeholder engagement, managing inputs, generating well defined user requirements, scope of work, accurate schedules and costing;
• Develop execution strategies (in-house, semi-turnkey or turnkey) by assessing the project complexity, risk, resource loading and expertise, investment appetite and priority pertaining to business strategy;
• Ensures that all the relevant project management documentation and controls are in place to monitor and track project progress enabling on-time and within budget delivery of projects;
• Demonstrates strong understanding of engineering deliverables at the different phases of a project, and implements the relevant controls to ensure that design and engineering complies to best practices;
• Ensures that all project risk assessments, HAZOPs and constructability reviews are effectively undertaken with the required documentation and stakeholders;
• Apply in-depth knowledge on all aspect of a project, which include Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Quality and Contract (FDIC etc);
• Report on project progress, cost, schedule, risk, mitigation plans and governance at Committee and Integrated Business Planning meetings;
• May be required to manage a project portfolio for one or more Business Units, which may expand internationally;
• Generate business cases and position papers for EXCO and board approval;
• Demonstrated confidence in making informed decision, which are based on expertise and experience in the field, as well as the input from internal stakeholders, external stakeholders and SMEs;
• Implement project management tools and systems for project tracking, monitoring and control;
• Ensure projects are delivered on-time, within budget, meets the stakeholder’s approved requirements and business objectives as committed;
• Ensure projects are completed in accordance to AECI guidelines, policies and procedures. In the absence of updated standards, best global practices shall be adhered to;
• Coordinate resources (staff, equipment, vendors, contractors and consultants) across multiple assigned projects in various phases;
• Manage budgets for assigned projects, identify and manage risk, and adjusts resources and priorities accordingly;
• Ensure compliance with Safety, Health and Environmental standards;
• Comply to Procurement and Contractual procedures;
• Drive training and development of project management and engineering standards;
• Apply lateral thinking when devising solutions for relatively complex business problems;
• Establish strategic partnership with external suppliers, contractors and professional services with specific skills sets capable of providing the required project support to deliver projects meeting all project success criteria
• Participate in the development and roll out of standard project management documentation to AECI mining explosives and Mining Chemical Business Units
• Participate in updates to the project governance procedure, and its roll out to AECI mining explosives and Mining Chemical Business Units
• Oversee the management of master schedules, project costing and project execution strategies
• Manage relationships with contractors, suppliers, internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications & Experience    

• Bachelors Qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Postgraduate qualification in engineering may be advantageous
• Postgraduate Qualification in Management
• Preference will be given to candidates that have 10-20 years’ proven experience in managing multiple projects of varying complexities (wide range of project types)
• Preference will be given to candidates that have demonstrated experience in leading and successfully delivering complex multidisciplinary projects from initiation to completion
• Knowledge and experience in developing and implementing standards for best engineering and project management practices
• Knowledge and experience in developing and implementing project management tools and systems
• Self-motivated and driven with a key focus on adding value through the on-time delivery of strategic projects
• Deliver results through quality and safety awareness, planning and organizing, decision making and execution to readily deliver value
• Firm understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Demonstrated Project Management track record, and ability to manage multiple projects with collaboration of internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent writing skills – Technical Reports and Business Cases
• Excellent command of the English Language
• Strong and Effective Communication skills
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Express potential through adaptability, agility, applied learning, innovation and implementation.
• Achieve goals by aligning performance for success, monitoring and processing information, facilitating change, developing others, participating and leading
• Interact effectively at all levels with a focus on building relationships, thus aiding negotiation and gaining commitment.

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Job Description    

• Ensure equipment capability, reliability and availability to Operations through the application of planned and preventative maintenance techniques
• Minimize plant downtime.
• Manage the use of materials and maintain equipment integrity
• Ensure all maintenance work is carried out to expected standards and to specification
• Responsible for leading a team of Maintenance Foremen (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Fabrication) and their artisans and assistants.
• Develop and implement procedures in conjunction with the Maintenance Planner, Buyer, Engineer and Production departments in order to ensure spare parts availability and asset control.
• Administer annual department mechanical maintenance budgets and ensure that they are in line with the budget plan.
• Carry out document management retention and completion activities as scheduled in a timely manner in accordance with planned maintenance programs, statutory requirements and company procedures.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Formal Artisan Qualification or NHD in Engineering – Electrical or Mechanical
• GCC mechanical or electrical
• Preferably previous Chemical Plant experience
• Prior supervisory experience
• Prior maintenance support experience
• Experience in computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to handle multiple assignments and priorities.
• Ability to coach and mentor a diverse work force.
• Ability to function effectively with other departments, suppliers and service providers.

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Job Description    

• Oversee the control equipment production process and draw up the production schedule. Manage changes in the schedule based on the forecasts received from the Channel Partners.
• Ensure that the production of control equipment is cost effective and on time, and that the equipment is of the desired quality (reliable and safe).
• Calculate the human and material resource needs.
• Improve manpower utilization within the production team. Schedule stability that allows for maximum return on efficiencies.
• Set the quality standards and ensure quality control programmes are in place.
• Ensure that health and safety guidelines are followed. Continually improve safety record by addressing both physical safety issues and employee safety attitudes. Maintain and improve housekeeping in all areas.
• Manage spending against budget, controlling spending in relation to changes in production volumes.
• Supervise and motivate the Control Equipment Production Team. Review reportees performance based on the company guideline. Identify development and training needs.
• Integrate supply chain through effective management of suppliers, working capital and inventory management.
• Manage raw materials and finished goods store to ensure optimal stock levels based on market intelligence.
• Identify process/product improvements by inter-facing between designers, engineering, and suppliers.
• Build capacity and capability to meet the market demand.
• Set-up, support, and audit repair centers globally to support customers based abroad.
• Ensure effective industrialisation and packaging of the product

Qualifications & Experience    

• Industrial Engineering Degree or Equivalent
• 5-10 years in a production environment with track-record of success in plant start-up
• Knowledge of electronics and electronic equipment manufacturing
• Practical and in-depth knowledge of quality control principles and processes
• Strong leadership ability
• Excellent supplier relationship management skills
• Ability to execute as well as to innovate

Closing Date    
2023/07/20

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Job Description    

• Assist on site to take samples, analyse and compile weekly service and monthly reports
• Place monthly chemical orders and ensure all products are delivered and correct stock levels are maintained
• Site Servicing (Control equipment, calibration, dosing pumps, water chemistry)
• Ensure all chemical treated systems are fully optimized and good margins are maintained on site
• Ensure healthy growth of the accounts in the area and retain customers
• Ensure all treated systems are treated properly and enough stock is always on site
• Ensure all site personnel are doing the work correctly and safely (Operators, technicians and site supervisor)
• Attend monthly/quarterly review meetings with key site management personnel
• Ensure all accounts are paid up, if not to follow up and make sure accounts are not blocked
• Ensure housekeeping and Safety on all assigned sites are always up to AECI standards
• Quarterly and yearly budgets for all accounts
• Assist on periodic price increases on all accounts
• Comply to all safety rules, ensure all risk assessments and safe work procures are in place

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric (Science and Maths)
• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry/Technical Field
• Expertise related to Water Treatment/Account Management/Sales
• Valid Driver’s License
• Proficiency in Excel/Word/PowerPoint  

Closing Date    
2023/07/17

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Job Description    

• Ensure the safe operation of the Equipment being used.
• Conduct daily checks and report on equipment being used.
• Comply with Safety, Health and Environment standards.
• Liaise with Production, Engineering and Stores departments for loading and movement requirements.
• Comply with governance and established policies, systems, procedures and practices.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric / Grade 12 or NQF equivalent.
• Previous experience of operating forklifts and telehandlers advantageous.
• Working experience in an industrial plant.

Closing Date    
2023/07/17

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Job Description    

• Preparation of product development samples
• Recipe development and costings according to customer brief received.
• Providing technical support to other departments: QA, Operations, Sales.
• Meticulous execution of NPD procedures according to FSSC2200
• Sourcing of new raw materials including supporting documentation.
• Compiling technical documentation for products: NPD Certificate of Analysis
• Supervise first production trials of new products.
• Assisting production and QC departments with product related non-conformances and corrections.
• Maintain neat & tidy NPD work environment (SCP “Clean-as-you-go” principle).
• Maintain a safe NPD work environment (ZERO HARM).
• Performing both delegated and non-delegated departmental activities.
• Back-up/verification for Process Technologist & Administrator's responsibilities
• Fulfilling sample requests from Commercial team

Qualifications & Experience    

• BSc Food Science / B.Tech Food Technology
• Excellent organizational ability and time management skills
• Excellent self-management skills (able to show initiative)
• Excellent mathematical skills
• Good Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Good Analytical skills.
• Intermediate computer literacy (MS Word, Outlook & Excel)
• Work well under pressure
• Good inter-personal skills
• Ability to lead or drive projects
• 4 - 6 years’ industry experience

Closing Date    
2023/07/17

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Job Description    

• SHE – Strive towards Zero harm
• Assist with preventative maintenance
• Assist planned maintenance
• Assist with capex projects
• Assist maintenance technician in all repair tasks
• Perform breakdown repair with immediate attention
• Keep workshop and tools in sound condition

Qualifications & Experience    

• Grade 12
• SHE principles
• Valid forklift license
• Welding skills would be an advantage

Closing Date    
2023/07/17

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Job Description    

• Report all safety incidents to the Operations Manager
• Ensure correct grade and quantity is loaded prior to delivery
• Manage all despatch documentation related to deliveries
• Liaise with supply chain and customer care regarding deliveries and collections
• Ensure all products are properly secured prior to departure
• Ensure shipping reports are completed accurately
• Ensure all daily vehicle inspections are completed as per requirements
• Report all vehicle breakdowns and deviations
• Relief bulk tanker driver
• Carry out dispatch functions as and when required
• Report all safety related incidents

Qualifications & Experience    

• Grade 12
• Minimum 3-4 years driving experience
• Working Knowledge of heavy vehicles will be an added advantage
• Valid PDP license
• Valid Driver’s License – Code 14
• Forklift license

Closing Date    
2023/07/17

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Job Description    

• Accurate and comprehensive monthly bookkeeping (e.g. Journal entries)
• Accurate and timeous completion of monthly VAT 201 submission to SARS and following up on the resolution of queries with AECI Tax Department
• Accurate completion and submission of monthly management accounts to AECI (Cognos)
• Reconciliation of general ledger balance sheet accounts and the resolution of any queries
• Maintenance of and adherence of business internal controls and procedures
• Assistance during the Internal Audit Process as well as to the AECI Tax Department
• Back-up for the Regional Financial Manager as and when required
• Managing debtors and creditors functions
• Treasury reporting and cash flow projections
• Process and manage fixed assets
• Ensure adherence to SHE standards and procedures

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric / Grade 12 (with Accounting as a subject)
• National Diploma in Accounting or B.Com (Accounting) degree
• 2-3 years’ experience in an Accounting role
• Computer literate (mainly MS Excel)
• Experience with Syspro and or SAP
• Knowledge of Finance as a discipline
• Knowledge of financial policies, procedures & processes
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, i.e. VAT

Closing Date    
2023/07/17

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Job Description    

• Safety – to meet all safety requirements with the goal of attaining zero harm targets.
• Developing sales strategy for the assigned area, including sales activity to meet sales targets
• Team Management: managing a team of sales representatives within the area. Providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations
• Customer Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key customers, understanding their needs, addressing concerns, and identifying opportunities for upselling or cross-selling.
• Sales and chemical Forecasting and Reporting: Analyzing customer demand, and sales data to forecast future sales and set realistic targets. Providing regular reports on sales performance, market insights, and competitor activities.
• Business Development: Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to expand the customer base and increase sales.
• Market Knowledge: Staying updated on industry trends, competitor offerings, and market dynamics. Co-ordinate the training to the sales team to enhance their selling abilities.
• Sales Presentations and Negotiations: Conducting effective sales presentations to potential clients, highlighting the value proposition of products or services. Negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms to secure profitable deals with support from the commercial team
• Sales Support and Coordination: Collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth order processing, timely delivery, and exceptional customer experience.
• Expenses – to manage expenses responsibly and within budget with the goal of attaining the desired profit targets

Qualifications & Experience    

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 5 years’ experience as a Sales Manager and team leader
• At least 5 years’ experience in the automotive industry 

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Job Description    

• Project Planning: Assist in development of project plans including defining project objectives, deliverables, timelines and resource requirements.
• Task Coordination: Coordinate and track project activities, tasks (including general) and milestones ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Resource Management: Assist in allocating and managing project resources including personnel, equipment and materials.
• Communication: Facilitate effective communication among project team members, stakeholders and Management ensuring all parties are informed about project progress, changes and risks.
• Documentation: Create and maintain project documentation such as project plans, schedules, status reports and meeting minutes.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and issues that may impact project success and work with project team to develop mitigation strategies.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor project deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards and adhere to project requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with project stakeholders to understand their needs, expectations and concerns and provide regular updates on project status.
• Change Management: Assist in managing project changes by assessing their impact, documenting change requests and coordinating change implementation.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve project related issues and conflicts, escalating them to appropriate parties when necessary.
• Budget Tracking: Assist in monitoring project expenses ensuring they stay within approved budgets.
• Lessons Learned: Contribute to identification of lessons learned from projects and participate in knowledge sharing activities to improve future project management practices.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Minimum education Grade 12 with post matric qualification of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (i.e. business administration, project management or a related discipline).
• Must possess 3-5 years proven experience working as a Project Coordinator or in a similar role.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and multi-task effectively.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and inter-personal skills, capable of building positive relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Understanding of project management methodologies and best practises.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
• In-depth knowledge of project management in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Knowledge of the OHS Act and hazardous chemicals.
• Computer literate MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)
• Must be prepared to travel
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license, have own reliable transport and be medically fit to drive.
• Knowledge of SHEQ Management Systems (i.e. ISO, etc) standards/requirements advantageous.

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Job Description    

• Assisting the Artisans on all jobs.
• To assist Electrician/Instrument Artisan to carry out planned maintenance and attend to breakdowns.
• Dig electrical cable trenches.
• Work on new installations, equipment modifications and projects assigned by Foreman.
• Must be physically fit including the ability to work in a chemical environment and at heights.
• Ensure that all the company’s Safety, Health and Environmental standards are adhered to.
• Cleaning work area and equipment.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Must be familiar with all tools and equipment including test equipment used by Electricians/Instruments
• Must be able to perform standby duties and work overtime as and when required.

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Job Description    

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the customer service department to ensure that service levels are met and maintained.
• Set priorities and allocate responsibilities to ensure the department functions well, as well as review and monitor employee performance.
• Oversee hiring and training for new employees.
• Ensure incidents and customer complaints are resolved in a timely manner.
• Communicate with logistics &warehousing and supply planning to ensure consistent updates to customers.
• Support continual business improvement and change management.
• Extract SAP reports for analysis and reporting.
• Ensure all sales documents are posted for month-end close.
• Comply with Safety, Health and Environment standards.

Qualifications & Experience    

• National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration/Supply Chain related is essential.
• 3- 5 Years Customer Service Expierence
• SAP knowledge preferred
• Sound knowledge of sales and distribution processes and procedures
• Excellent understanding of customer requirements.
• Skills in MS Word, Excel and Outlook

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Job Description    

• Respond to stock requests received from Crop Advisors.
• Execute efficient and accurate ordering and expediting orders
• Expedite stock requests and communication of requests with Crop Advisors and depot personnel.
• Monitor stock levels at Crop Advisor warehouses
• Arrange transport for stock requests and ensure that Crop Advisors obtain the stock on time and in full.
• Follow up on GRN’s from Crop Advisors with direct deliveries and stock transfers (GTI’s).
• Participate in stock takes
• Prioritise tasks and manage time correctly in order to complete daily tasks timeously.
• Adhere to all legislation pertaining to the transport of dangers and/or hazardous chemicals.
• Perform a relief support function for other members of the department
• Filing and scanning of paperwork
• Manage stock returns from depots
• Adhere to all internal control policies of the Company
• Uphold and work according to all internal and external safety guidelines
• Required to conform to relevant SHEQ rules and regulations as per company policy.
• Undertake any legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as directed by the Warehouse Team Leader or Management.
• Investigate customer complaints so as to ensure customer centricity and advise process to be followed.
• Report customer complaints to the relevant Management staff member and relevant actions taken.
• Report outcome of investigation and resolution of problem to the relevant Management staff member.
• Ensure continued communication throughout the process with the customer up to resolution of the problem, keeping the Warehouse Team Leader updated.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Minimum education Grade 12 with a diploma in Logistics, Procurement, Operations and/or Supply Chain.
• Minimum of 3 years hands on experience in logistics, distribution, Production or warehousing environment within the agricultural chemical industry.
• Must have proven track record for excellent customer service.
• Possess general knowledge of the agricultural chemical industry and a knowledge of the products that are supplied within the agricultural chemical industry and their uses.
• Strong admin functionality.
• Computer knowledge of MS Office (Excel/Word) and MS Outlook.
• Must possess a working knowledge of Syspro.
• Knowledge of SAP advantageous.
• Knowledge of .NET would be advantageous.
• Must be knowledgeable of all Acts, i.e. hazardous chemicals, road transportation, etc.
• Must be results orientated and able to work both independently as well as within a team environment and be deadline driven.
• Possess an attitude that is key to success and must be self-motivated.
• Knowledge of the various SHEQ Management Systems standards/requirements advantageous.
• Possess the ability to solve problems systematically

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Job Description    

• Continuously monitor and provide feedback to the relevant Regional Manager on market intelligence, which forms the base for identifying key strategic issues facing customer portfolios.
• Compile and maintain Key Account Management Plans (KAMP) through the use of the Sales Process consistent with the AEL strategy and objectives. 
• Differentiate AEL service and products by identifying and implementing value adding activities beneficial to all customers (including non-business customers such as CIE and IOM and AEL.
• Set and implement KAMP’s to ensure achievement of the market and sales objectives.
• Establish long term relationships with key decision-makers and influencers on individual mines.
• Provide excellent service on all aspects of explosive and accessory products and their uses, including auditing of product application and performance underground and giving recommendations to correct deficiencies.  Complaints from customers to be handled swiftly and competently to their satisfaction.
• Determine and prepare the product sales budget, and in conjunction with the Regional Manager decide the appropriate product mix to achieve maximum trading profit, market share and other business parameters.  Achievement to be measured by means of the balance scoreboard and market share.
• Compile annual operating cost budget and submit to Regional Manager for approval.  Monitors cost on a monthly basis through balanced scoreboard and ensure operation within agreed budget and justification for over expenditure.
• Ensure compliance with AEL Safe Working Practices, the OSH Act, the Explosives Act and the Minerals Act.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Grade 12
• Tertiary mining qualification, e.g. B.Sc. Mining Engineering or National Higher Diploma and a Mine Overseers or Managers Certificate.
• Must have completed the Explosives Engineer course.
• Technical experience of at least three years in a competitive environment.
• Computer literate.

The incumbent must be able to pass in-house courses on:

• SPIN, Presentation Skills, Negotiation Profitable Partnerships, Letter Writing Skills and Persuasive Presentation Skills.
• Good customer interaction skill and building relationships.
• Be able to manage and guide a team of Technical Officers.
• Good decision making skills.

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Job Description    

• Continuously improve plant reliability
• Execute maintenance strategies
• Provide input to structured Root Cause Failure Analysis
• Ensure reliability data is captured timeously
• Execute repair procedures
• Manage and execute shutdown tasks
• Execute statutory inspections and follow up work
• Assist in fixed cost budget forecasting
• Manage maintenance execution team.
• Directly supervise contractors.
• Ensure that improvements, modifications, upgrades and inspections to process equipment are completed to set quality and legislative standards.
• Ensure that maintenance activities are completed within set quality and legislative standards.
• Provide input to update specifications, drawings and safe work procedures.
• Inspect and approves all work done to engineering design code and OHS Act standard and requirements.
• Modify existing equipment, machines or processes to improve product quality, reliability, reduce cost or increase capacity by following MOC process.
• Visit vendors for inspections and approval of work done according to engineering design, code and OHS Act standard and requirements.
• Witness repairs to critical equipment and perform testing of new equipment as needed
• Manage the execution and over inspection of welding/repair procedures.
• Use and maintain data in the SAP PM system
• Expert knowledge in maintenance of plant equipment
• Interpret codes, regulations and standards and ensure compliance

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Degree or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or NQF equivalent.
• Professional registration with ECSA preferred.
• Working towards GCC.
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years’ relevant experience.
• Prior experience working with a CMMS, SAP PM is highly preferred.
• High competency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite.