JUNIOR SHIFT SUPERVISOR

Fraser Alexander; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mineral processing company is seeking a dedicated professional to oversee safety and operations across various facilities in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. This role involves continuous monitoring of pumping operations and water management, alongside managing a team of pump attendants. The ideal candidate should possess experience in mineral processing, effective communication skills, and the ability to optimize operational outputs. You will be responsible for ensuring safety standards and adherence to environmental policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in monitoring mineral processing facilities.
• Ability to manage stormwater pumping during heavy rainfall.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift meetings and briefings with the team.
• Monitor water management activities to ensure safety.
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Optimize quality outputs through effective operations.
• Lead the team of pump attendants for efficient operations.

Job description

PURPOSE

The role is responsible to ensure the continuous monitoring and the safety of our employees on all mineral processing facilities this will include the monitoring of pumping operations and water management activities.

Responsibilities

Safety, Health , Environment and Quality

• Conduct pre-shift meetings
• Adhere to FAMP and client policies and procedures
• Prevent spillages that can negatively influence the environment
• Monitor dam, sump, trench, and pipeline levels to prevent flooding and uncontrolled discharge.
• Manage stormwater pumping during heavy rainfall and ensure readiness of standby pumps.

Operations

• Maintain good housekeeping standards
• Minimize downtime by proactive monitoring and quick response to alarms and failures.
• Optimize quality outputs
• Communicate and report pump availability and constraints to control room operators and supervisors.
• Ensure full equipment utilization.
• Ensure all reporting requirements are met

Maintenance

• Inspect equipment in working area
• Ensure daily inspections and checklists are completed by pump attendants.
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams during breakdowns and planned maintenance.
• Prevent equipment damage through correct operation and early fault reporting.

Managing a team

• Select and appoint competent and passionate people
• Assign work
• Monitor performance
• Train and develop team members
• Lead and supervise pump attendants on shift to ensure continuous and efficient pump operation