Leadership Development Specialist

Anglo American; Kathu; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A global diversified mining company is seeking a Specialist in Leadership Development to lead and coordinate initiatives that enhance leadership capabilities and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and significant experience in skills development. This role is pivotal in supporting organizational growth while ensuring the safety and health of employees.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in skills development, preferably within the mining industry.
• In-depth understanding of the Skills Development Act and other regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of operational training and HR development.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of safety and health.
• Coordinate and manage leadership development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Skills

Leadership Development

Safety Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Relevant Degree in Human Resources/Education/Training

Relevant Certifications in Skills Development Facilitation

Job description

Overview

Specialist Leadership Development role to Lead and coordinate leadership development initiatives that build leadership capability, ensure compliance, and support organisational growth. We’re the best in the industry. You’ll make us better. Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture where safety and health are paramount and encourage teams to address unsafe behaviours without repercussions.
• Identify, assess, and manage specific and critical risks within the work area, embedding controls into daily practices.
• Oversee and enhance Safety and Health systems, including assessing the safety leadership of direct reports and team members' fitness for duty.
• Engage in physical safety checks, interventions, and coaching, reporting deficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
• Support internal and external site visits to ensure compliance with safety systems, including inductions.
• Performance and Delivery
• Leadership Development Program Coordination and Delivery – oversee and facilitate leadership development initiatives' planning, scheduling, and coordination, including supervisor and other leadership programs.
• Oversee and facilitate Lean Manufacturing training initiatives' planning, scheduling, and coordination.
• Manage the arrangement of training sessions, workshops, and developmental activities, ensuring timely delivery aligned with organisational needs.
• Track and monitor participation, progress, and outcomes of leadership development initiatives, maintaining accurate records and reports for evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Handle the routine learning delivery and leadership development requirements for Head Office (HQ) and Saldanha sites, ensuring consistency and adherence to standards across locations.
• Legislative Compliance and Reporting – ensure all leadership development activities comply with relevant SA legislation, including the Skills Development Act, Skills Development Levies Act, and sectoral determinations; collaborate on reports to SETAs and the MQA; stay abreast of legislative changes.
• Skills Development Planning and Strategy – conduct skills audits, develop and monitor the Leadership Development Strategy and WSP, and align with business goals; collaborate with management, HR, and stakeholders to tailor initiatives.
• Training Program Management and Evaluation – design, develop, and coordinate leadership training programs; select and evaluate providers; upskill leaders; manage logistics; monitor and report on effectiveness and impact.
• Advisory, Support, and Stakeholder Engagement – provide expert advice on leadership development, support managers and employees, foster a culture of continuous learning, liaise with SETAs, training providers, regulatory bodies, and community partners.
• Monitoring, Reporting and Documentation – collect and report data on leadership development activities and impact; maintain records and prepare dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.
• Funding, Grants, and Financial Oversight – identify funding opportunities, manage disbursement and reporting of funds, ensure financial transactions comply with policies and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Relevant Degree in Human Resources/Education/Training and Development or a related field. (NQF7)
• Relevant Certifications in Skills Development Facilitation or Training and Development
• ISO Accreditation/ Certification/ Auditing (Support function to Accreditation Function)
• SA Drivers Licence
• Advanced Certificate in OD ETDP – Advantageous

Technical Knowledge

• In-depth understanding of the Skills Development Act, Skills Development Levies Act, and other relevant regulations.
• 6-8 years of experience in skills development, preferably within the mining industry or a related sector in leadership and lean manufacturing principles.
• Advanced knowledge of operational training, HR development, skills facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and Learning reporting systems.
• Proven success in a business-facing advisory role, delivering solutions for Learning Delivery.
• Forward-thinking approach with a firm grasp of innovation needs in LD and future workforce skills.
• Deep awareness of LD practices across various industries, enabling effective communication about internal and external impacts on the business.
• Knowledgeable in managing cross-functional projects involving systems, implementation, reporting, and coaching.

Additional Information

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

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