Grade Officer - C5

EXCELLENCE IN PGM's; Burgersfort; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

EXCELLENCE IN PGM'S is seeking a supervisor for the Sampling department to ensure standards for accurate Grade Control and Ore Accounting reporting across the mine. You will oversee sampling processes, validate data, and drive continuous improvement in sampling practices.

The role requires a strong background in sampling techniques, ore-grade analysis, and relevant COM certifications, with preference for those who can lead cross-functional initiatives and ensure data integrity in the MRM system.

Qualifications

• Must have Grade 12 with Mathematics or NQF 4 equivalent.
• COM Advanced Valuation Certificate is essential.
• COM Advanced Evaluation Certificate is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitors ore grade delivered to the plant and investigates problems.
• Develops and updates Sampling standards.
• Ensures data captured on the MRM System complies with standards.
• Analyzes sampling data and investigates non-conformances.
• Interprets sampling information and makes recommendations.
• Accepts sampling values from the Laboratory.
• Compiles Observation and Sampling reports.

Skills

Sampling techniques knowledge

Ore grade factors knowledge

Education

Grade 12 (with Mathematics) or NQF 4 equivalent

COM Advanced Valuation Certificate

COM Advanced Evaluation Certificate

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To supervise the Sampling department to ensure that the appropriate standards are in place to enable accurate and timeous Grade Control and Ore Accounting reporting

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 12 (with Mathematics) or NQF 4 equivalent is essential

• COM Advanced Valuation Certificate is essential
• COM Advanced Evaluation Certificate is advantageous
• 4-6 years' experience in coordinating sampling functions on a mine wide scale is essential
• A valid medical certificate or medically fit in order to obtain such a certificate

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the various sampling techniques
• Demonstrate knowledge of the factors that affect ore grades

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

The successful candidate is responsible for:

• Monitors the ore grade delivered to the plant and investigates problem areas.
• Develops and updates Sampling standards.
• Monitors if all data captured on the MRM System is according to standard.
• Analyses sampling data and investigates non-conformances.
• Interprets sampling information and makes recommendations.
• Accepts sampling values from the Laboratory.
• Compiles Observation and Sampling reports
• PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO EMPLOYEES FROM THE DESIGNATED GROUPS IN LINE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE EMPLOYMENT EQUITY ACT, THE COMPANY’S RECRUITMENT POLICY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY PLAN.