Ore Processing Controller

Anglo American; Musina; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the diamond mining industry seeks a Sorthouse Manager to oversee the sorting and recovery of diamonds at Venetia Mine. The role involves ensuring compliance with sorting procedures, conducting inspections, and managing diamond accounting. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in diamond identification and sorting processes, alongside strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or relevant NQF Level 4 Qualification.
• Experience in diamond sorting within a Sorthouse environment.
• Must have diamond identification and SADAS training.

Responsibilities

• Manage sorting processes according to Sorthouse Procedures.
• Ensure compliance to SADAS procedures.
• Conduct inspections and manage diamond accounting processes.

Skills

Interpersonal and intrapersonal skills

Adaptability

Stress tolerance

Communication skills

Decision-making ability

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 or relevant NQF Level 4 Qualification with Mathematics and Science

Relevant Diamond Identification training

SADAS Training

Job description

Company Description

Your opportunity for a brilliant career

De Beers Group is a company with a sparkling future.

Our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.

Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group’s people, shareholders, communities and partners.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND ROLE IN THE BUSINESS:

Responsible for the optimal manage the recovery of diamonds in accordance to Organisational and departmental requirements and procedures.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• Manage sorting process of the product (Coarse and Fines) according to the Sorthouse Procedures and Diamond Training Company standards to ensure maximum recoveries.
• Manage compliance to Sorthouse Automated Diamond Accounting System (SADAS) procedures in sorting and packing process to ensure maximum accountability.
• Conduct regular physical inspections on glove boxes, sorting gloves, seals ensuring the achievement of the operating standards and security specifications.
• Ensure good housekeeping of the Sorthouse according to Departmental requirements.
• Manage the diamond accounting processes from permrolling to diamond export on a weekly basis.
• Comply to Sorthouse and Security procedures, reporting any anomalies with respect to diamond handling.
• Comply to all Safety Health and Environmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or relevant NQF Level 4 Qualification with Mathematics and Science.
• Diamond identification and sorting experience within a Sorthouse Environment essential.
• Relevant Diamond Identification training prerequisite.
• SADAS Training.

SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES:

• Interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, adaptability, empathy, stress tolerance and assertiveness.
• Ability to communicate at all levels within the organization.
• Adherence to standards, policies and procedures.
• Ability to function in a team.
• Highly energetic.
• Good communication skills.
• Safety conscious at all times with a Zero Harm attitude.
• Sound decision-making ability.
• Ability to effectively handle conflict, give and take constructive criticism.
• Influencing and alliance building skills.
• Multi-disciplinary mind-set (appreciate the impact of own practices on the practices of other disciplines)
• Capability to lead, train, coach and knowledge transfer to team members.
• Ability to manage production pressure.

Additional Information

Values

Put Safety First– We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate– We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together– Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust– We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care– The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.

Shape the Future– We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

Eligibility Criteria

This role is open to all individuals and we will support employees who might need to relocate

Closing Date: 13 May 2025