PGM Concentrator Shift Lead — Plant Operations

Ivanhoe; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd in Limpopo is seeking a qualified individual to commission and lead the Platreef concentrator operations. You will oversee daily shifts, monitor KPIs, and ensure adherence to SHE/OHS standards while achieving production targets.

The role requires extensive experience in PGM processing plants, strong leadership and diagnostic skills, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. Preference may be given to local candidates with relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 /NQF Level 4 is essential.
• Valid South African Driving License.
• Computer literate with Scada, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet.
• Valid medical certificate or be medically fit to obtain such a certificate.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning of the Platreef concentrator.
• Lead the team in executing daily operational activities and ensuring adherence to SHE and OHS principles.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Ensure production targets are achieved.
• Check staffing figures at the start of the shift and ensure that all plant activities are functionally covered.
• Familiarise him/herself with production process activities and trends, and brief operators accordingly at the start of each shift.
• Take corrective actions and instruct staff accordingly regarding significant deviations in the processing plant that may influence production or safety.
• Ensure all team members adhere to work schedules.
• Ensure compliance with all HR policies, procedures, and standards.
• Audit of sampling equipment and ensure adherence to procedure.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for members, fostering a high-performance and accountability culture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, maintenance, technical department, and safety, to drive process efficiencies and to resolve production issues.
• Apply the Ivanplats principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for your safety and that of others to ensure zero harm and the elimination of fatalities and loss-time injuries in accordance with the Ivanplats Standards and Mine Health and Safety Act

Skills

Leadership

Diagnostic skills

Team mentoring

Shift work experience

Safety compliance

Education

Grade 12 /NQF Level 4

Tools

Scada

Microsoft Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Internet

Job description

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd in Limpopo is seeking a qualified individual to commission and lead the Platreef concentrator operations. You will oversee daily shifts, monitor KPIs, and ensure adherence to SHE/OHS standards while achieving production targets.

The role requires extensive experience in PGM processing plants, strong leadership and diagnostic skills, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. Preference may be given to local candidates with relevant qualifications.