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Job Description

The internship Programme provides practical Work Learning and experience to individuals. The programme will run for a period of 12 months.

Qualifications

The following are the minimum entry requirements into the programmes:

Safety Intern

• Grade 12, National Diploma/Degree in Safety or Risk Management, COMSOC I & II
• Energetic, proactive and results driven
• Be able to produce quality result and meet deadlines
• Be computer literate
• Provide the Academic record

Environmental Intern

• National Diploma/ Degree in Environmental Science / Environmental Management / Environmental Law / Geology / Water Engineering
• Energetic, proactive and results driven
• Be able to produce quality result and meet deadlines
• Be computer literate
• Provide the Academic record

Additional Information

-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 are a large, successful multinational company – and we are still growing all the time.

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Job Description

Ensure that all SLA targets and measures are met. Comply with all Governance requirements. Focus on building strong stakeholder relationships by adding value through optimal customer service.

The Payroll Execution Officer administers and processes all payroll data activities on the specified ERP system or supporting technologies. This includes payroll processes such as off-cycle and month-end payroll processes, tax mid-year, year-end reconciliation and submission processes. In addition, the Payroll Execution Officer will manage ad hoc payroll finance and general query resolution.

You’ll look after our most important resource.

Our people.

KEY TASKS

Operational delivery

• Performs Payroll Reconciliations
• Responsible for costing creation to business units
• Resolving of queries and reconciliation on accounts
• Balancing of taxation and distribution on time
• Creating bank files after controls have run successfully
• Responsible for provision accounts analysis and balancing
• Balance and submit the pension schedules electronically
• Compiling of vendor requests for the Coordinator on a timorously fashion
• Investigate and resolve vendor queries received from Tier 2, Resolution Team
• Generate remuneration statements and management of the distribution thereof
• Escalate system issues and complex payroll queries to Payroll and Data Coordinator
• Execute transaction data, including direct deposits, general deductions, and additional pay
• Ensure all reporting of revenue codes to wage types are aligned as per regulatory requirements
• Processes adjustment cycle checks, salary reversals, escalate salary corrections to EDM Team Leads, and manual salaries
• Delivery of day to day payroll execution processes within agreed SLAs and performance measures.
• Compile vendor requests according to agreed timelines accurately, efficiently and timeously
• Execute transaction data according to agreed timelines accurately, efficiently and timeously
• Investigate and solve queries received according to agreed timelines accurately, efficiently and timeously
• Map SARS codes to wage types according to agreed timelines and standards accurately, efficiently and timeously
• Submit pension schedules according to agreed timelines accurately, efficiently and timeously
• Solve queries and reconciliations according to agreed timelines accurately, efficiently and timeously
• Execute according to agreed timelines and performance standards accurately, efficiently and timeously
• Process adjustments and appropriate escalation of salary corrections accurately, efficiently and timeously
• Analyse and balance the provision accounts according to agreed timelines accurately, efficiently and timeously
• Create bank files after controls have been successfully run according to agreed timelines accurately, efficiently and timeously.
• Integrate the GSS AS and Business FI departments according to agreed timelines and service standards

Service Management

• Compile service management reports according to agreed timelines and service standards
• Support Service Manager in the standardisation of delivery to the business and the Service Management Framework
• Deliver support according to agreed timelines and service standards

Customer Relationship Building

• Ensure streamlined integration to GSS AS and business FI departments
• Support customer relationship structure as set by Payroll & Data Manager
• Execute Business Partner Relationships as set out by the Payroll & Data Manager to facilitate the optimal functioning of their functional area

People Interaction

• Networking with other teams once a month
• Client feedback in operational meetings positive
• Articulate, adopt, embrace and live Anglo American’s values
• Timeous and appropriate escalation of system issues and payroll queries
• Team Interaction (Encouraging collaboration in direct team and wider ES Organisation)
• Solve payroll reconciliations according to agreed timelines accurately, efficiently and timeously

GENERIC TASKS

Health, Safety & Environment:

• Demonstrate behaviour in line with health, safety and environmental standards
• Report to your leader about any issues you can’t address

People:

• Demonstrate behaviour in line with the Group’s values, standards and a professional workplace
• Participate as an effective team member in working collaboratively with your leader, peers and relevant others (including from other teams where relevant) to achieve business goals

Financial:

• Operate in a cost effective way, within limits set by your leader

Work Processes:

• Work within policies, processes and systems and advise your leader of any issues which impede your, or the team’s performance.

Qualifications

• -Grade 12
• Payroll diploma

EXPERIENCE

• 3 years SAP HR payroll execution experience
• Extensive experience in payroll processing and execution
• Payroll accounting experience
• A full understanding of tax and SOA
• Submitting annual and bi-annual submissions to SARS
• Excel
• Full e-filing and easy file experience

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Job Description

The Senior Hydrogeologist will provide expert hydrogeological input into the establishment and safe management of groundwater operational strategies / activities related to cave mining methods, in accordance with the Anglo-American Water Management Plan / Guidelines. The role is intended to ensure that input is provided into mine designs and planning for operational through to long term activities, with due consideration for the local hydrogeological and geotechnical environment, together with requirements for safe, productive mining execution.

You are required to:

• Review, upgrade and upkeep of seepage mapping database; reporting and formats.
• Monthly Groundwater report detailing all the processes followed and status of various hydrogeological projects / test work in accordance with the Anglo-American standards.
• Review, upgrade and upkeep of Groundwater TARP and implement appropriate Groundwater triggers and alarm thresholds.
• Identify hydrogeological hazards; risks and/or opportunities through regular analysis and interpretation of hydro- and geotechnical data and underground inspections.
• Recommend suitable instrumentation to monitor and / or treat identified hazards or opportunities.
• Perform appropriate groundwater tests / measurements; analyses and / or calculations; and prepare reports for forward use by Geotechnical team and other appointed Consultants.
• Direct the collection of hydro and geotechnical data to update the Hydrogeological model.
• Core logging related to groundwater drilling and groundwater strikes during core drilling, for characterisation of the groundwater (where the water comes from, why does it manifest the way it does etc).
• Dewatering of underground workings to ensure dry and safe mining conditions.
• Maintain groundwater level below mining level.

Qualifications

Formal qualifications:

• Grade 12 / Std 10 / N3 /relevant National NQF4 level qualification.
• BSc Honours degree in Hydrogeology or similarly aligned qualification.
• Professional registration SANIRE; SAIMM (advantageous)
• Valid drivers’ license (EB)

Experience required:

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in hydrogeology in mining operations (consulting and/or operational experience)
• Experience in large scale mine dewatering systems
• Experience in depressurization systems
• Experience with site-wide water balances
• Computer literate: MS Office and discipline specific software (GEMCOM, Leapfrog, Datamine and Deswik is Advantageous)

Other requirements:

• Work on site at Mine operation will be required. This may involve activities of a physical nature in a typical mine environment (for example noise, vibration, heat, small spaces, reduced visibility)
• Computer Literacy - MS Office Suite (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook)
• Effective communication skills in English (written and verbal)
• Ability to work in a team, with diverse teams with opposing objectives.
• Have a drive for delivery ethic.
• Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground which would include Heat Tolerance Testing
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric assessments and a clear security clearance.

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Job Description

As the Auto Electrician provides a specialized engineering technical service to the Engineering Supervisor by maintaining all low voltage electrical components on trackless mining equipment.

Your responsibilities include:

• Attend and conduct Safety meeting and participate in Risk assessments
• Allocate tasks to subordinates and attend to Breakdowns and emergencies as required
• Ensure that material, spares and equipment are available as required
• Ensure proper and adequate on the job training and coaching is provided to subordinates
• Exercise judgment with regards to replacement of components
• Records results of all legal examinations in the appropriate format
• Completing job cards and description of work and spares used (PM’s)
• Attending to Breakdowns and emergencies as required

This role is in the Engineering Department at a C2 level reporting to the Engineering Foreman.

Qualifications

• -Grade 12 or equivalent or Technical Trade Specific N3
• Certified Competent as Auto Electrician

Knowledge and Skills

• Valid driving licence code 08
• At least 2 years' experience as a artisan in the mechanized underground mine
• Experience on SANDVIK, LP, Epirok XLP and Fermel mediator equipment

Additional Information

• -Basic Computer Literacy
• Must be familiar with risk assessments procedures
• Working overtime and standby
• Willing to work shifts
• If successful, you will be required to undergo a Medical Fitness Test

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Job Description

As a Millwright Underground you will be responsible to:

• Obtain daily and weekly work instructions from Mine Supervisor
• Prepare and plan work priority list and resource requirements in order to complete tasks
• Ensure that all resources requirements are communicated to Mine Supervisor in order to complete allocated work orders
• Inform the Team Leader when work is being conducted in the area of responsibility
• Co-ordinate maintenance activities with the Team Leader, to ensure that the operation is not effected or alternative plans need to be prepared
• Show the appropriate Team Leader how certain low level maintenance and preventative steps can be undertake by the operational team within process
• Communicate any stumbling blocks to the appropriate Mine Supervisor so that plans can be made
• Ensure the safe and proper running of all machinery and equipment are conducted
• Ensure that all planned maintenance schedules are accurately complied with
• Ensure that all work conducted is performed to the required standards and specifications
• Ensure that materials and equipment are available for the shifts requirements in the area

The role is in the Engineering Department at a Band 8 (C2) level, reporting to the Foreman

Qualifications

• Trade Certificate for Millwright (essential)
• Grade 10 or Technical Trade Specific N2 (advantageous)
• Medium Voltage Certificate (advantageous)

Experience :

• At least 3 years post trade experience
• Mining experience and conveyor belt experience (essential)

Knowledge & skills required :

• Valid driving license and reliable vehicle
• Must be able to work shifts
• Willing and able to do standby and overtime
• Must be medically fit

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Job Description

The incumbent will be responsible for managing and co-ordinating the execution of equipment and machinery refurbishment in the Paarden Eiland workshops. Manage the manufacture and assembly of new equipment and machinery in the workshops. Ensure safety, health, environmental and quality systems are adhered to for all managed work. In addition it is a requirement to provide planned maintenance coordination responsibility for the mining systems workshop.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Cultivate a safe and environmentally compliant work environment i.a.w. company policy.
• Implement and manage the Risk management plan within the framework of the company business ethics.
• Control work in the workshop within the framework of good project management and maintenance management principles
• Prepare administrative infrastructures to meet cost effective business objectives for the workshop
• Manage construction and commissioning activities according to the schedule and quality assurance plan
• Provide specialist maintenance management services by analysing maintenance trends, reporting on repetitive failures, forecasting of long term planning requirements, planning assurance etc. to minimize risk.
• Controls the Rotable repairs system within the defined battery limits.
• Plan and co-ordinate repair projects with internal and external clients to ensure effective output.
• Complete all project closeout documents e.g. Risk Logs, Contract final accounts, etc.
• Compile and issue scopes of work, specifications for on-shore maintenance of equipment.
• Provides input to Tender and Contract award process.
• Negotiates contract closure and Final accounts.
• Controls and Co-ordinates all engineering activities during the repair or new build by managing contracting teams to ensure proper maintenance, replacements, upgrades, engineering practices and construction phases of the project.

Qualifications

• -National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical Heavy Current and Mechatronics)
• 7 Years working experience in the medium to heavy industrial environment with at least 4 years’ experience supervising others is essential
• Contractor management experience
• Sound knowledge and experience in the commercial practice and engineering processes of a large corporate is essential.

SKILLS/PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Strong Organizational skills.
• Strong People Management Skills.
• Develop Strong Auditable Contractor Relationships.
• Strong Hydraulic and Control System Technical Background.
• Knowledge and experience of industrial repair work
• Knowledge and experience of the refurbishment process of marine mining systems will be advantages.

Additional Information

• -Consideration will be given to the Company’s Employment Equity Policy.

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Job Description

The successful candidate will implement and sustain approved, site-based Business Improvement principles and processes within the Production (Underground Mining and Plant) and Support disciplines across the Venetia Mine value chain to unlock value and to drive safe, sustainable business results through the implementation of the Anglo American Operating Model (AAOM). The AAOM is a framework that describes the activities, structure and guiding principles necessary for the successful establishment and operation of any type of business process in the organisation.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• Provides visible felt leadership in safety, sustainable development and De Beers’ values.
• Assess, recommend and implement the design of metrics, systems, structures and approaches that enhance operational delivery, enable value chain optimisation and embed new ways of working in accordance with AAOM principles.
• In consultation with process owners, develop new systems and practices designed to unlock value and work with the operational teams on the design and implementation of innovative ways to seamlessly integrate changes into established systems and practices.
• Enable step changes in value add through implementation of Business Improvement methods and tools, including but not limited to: Process mapping and optimisation, analysis of data and information, identification of opportunities, recommending alternative approaches, employing technical solutions to overcoming operational constraints and unlocking value through application of AAOM principles.
• Collate and interpret key operational performance information from various sources and analyse operational constraints that impact performance.
• Facilitate Business Improvement opportunity identification sessions with operational teams, employing the AAOM and various improvement techniques and principles.
• Develop customised training material as required and provide training for operational teams on improvement, optimisation and AAOM principles.
• Develop operational-specific benefits realisation tracking metrics that can be integrated into asset/operational performance measurement systems, ensuring alignment with AAOM principles.
• Provide timely and accurate operational performance and benchmarking analysis ensuring key insights are highlighted.
• Liaise effectively with key business contacts, technical teams and AAOM teams and build strong working relationships.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate or relevant NQF level 4 qualifications.
• Bachelor degree or equivalent in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, Process Engineering or Electrical.
• A proven track record of a minimum of 5 years operational experience in the Mining industry.
• Code 08 (EB) driver’s license.
• Medical fitness as per inherent requirements of the job.
• Security cleared as per company requirements and verification of qualifications.

SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES:

• Sound understanding of Business Improvement concepts and principles, and the ability to apply the principles of the Anglo American Operating Model (AAOM) across the value chain.
• Ability to create value by seeing the business implications of interventions and prioritising technical solutions to deliver enhanced outcomes within an established/planned value chain.
• Predict, prepare for and mitigate the impact of potential changes, decisions or outcomes on the behaviour of the workforce and stakeholders.
• Experience with analysis, operational efficiencies and value chains.
• Ability to grasp technical principles of operational processes rapidly.
• Effective facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interface successfully on multiple organisational levels.
• Ability to build rapport and trust quickly.
• Ability to work with diverse teams.
• Resilience and the ability to adapt to change and deal with ambiguity.
• Continuous improvement attitude and striving for excellence in quality of personal outputs.
• Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft suite and other software packages.
• Strong presentation skills using a variety of media, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively, both in written form and verbally.
• Knowledge of safety policies, procedures and the important role of consistently demonstrating required behaviours and championing safety values.

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Job Description

Responsible for the management of all operational communication – internal and external, as well as brand compliance – for the Amandelbult Complex.

Safety & Health

• Take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Consistently apply Safety & Health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Identify specific risks within working area and adhere to discipline-specific plans/system to avoid these risks.
• This role is a Specialist role within the HR structure responsible for Employee Relations practices and systems in a section of the operations. Ensures all aspects of ER support are compliant and is in line with Anglo American Platinum guidelines and practices.
• Manage a team of ER Practitioners in a section. The role needs to initiate appropriate ER interventions such as training, trend analysis, and orientation to ensure legal compliance and effectiveness of the processes. Enhance the well-being of employee relations within the operations.

Your day-to-day Activities:

• Expert advice and Compliance
• Handling of grievance and disciplinary action.
• Experience and proven track record at the CCMA
• Collaboration with Unions and Associations.
• HR & ER policies implementation.
• Constantly review developments in the ER field to ensure effectiveness and alignment of knowledge in ER team.
• Ensure that procedures are compliant with legislation.
• Ensure that procedures are used to the full by all stakeholders by regularly auditing usage and application.
• Advice management on the most appropriate cause of action when decision relates to function.
• Provide advice and interpretation to any stakeholder in so far as the function utilization and integration with other HR functions is concerned.
• Effective two-way open communication with employees.
• Initiate and facilitate stakeholder engagement forums.
• Develop a trusting and mutual respect relationship with internal and external service suppliers.
• Support the training and development requirements of ER Team
• Provision of accurate ER related information.
• Support projects for the implementation of applicable Safety, Regulations, The Act, Codes of practice and standards
• Extensive knowledge of LRA, BCEA and other legislation regulating particulars of employment
• Experience in facilitating and maintaining employee relations between employer, employee and organised labour

This role is at a band 6 level functional reporting to the Section Manager Employee Relations

Qualifications

• NQF 7 bachelor’s degree/Advanced Diploma in Human Resource management or Employee Relations
• Post Graduate Diploma in Labour law (advantageous)

Experience:

• At least five years Human Resources experience, of which three years should in Employee Relations preferably in the mining environment or related.

Knowledge and Skills:

• SAP HR
• Be able to compile ER reports and presentation
• MS Package
• ER Navigate will be advantageous