Section Manager

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Kathu; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in South Africa is seeking a Section Manager Mining. The successful candidate will lead mining operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and managing budgetary constraints. This role requires extensive experience in operational and dispatch technical knowledge, as well as a strong understanding of mining processes. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree and various safety certifications. Successful applicants will play a crucial role in optimising mining processes and managing stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in any mining value chain process.
• 3 years of supervisory experience required.
• Possesses a comprehensive understanding of mining operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with legal, environmental, and safety standards.
• Execute weekly and monthly mining plans to meet quality requirements.
• Manage budget, monitor spending and ensure cost control.
• Develop training plans based on the skills required.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Extensive Operational and Dispatch Technical knowledge

Advanced Computer Literacy, MS Office Suite

Proficient in problem-solving abilities

Expertise in geotechnical and Rock Engineering

Understanding of surface mining operations

Education

B.Eng. Mining / BSc Mining (NQF7)

Honours degree

Mining Manager’s Certificate of Competence

A3 Safety Certificate

Open Cast Blasting Certificate

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for SectionManager Mining.The purpose of this role is to Implement and ensure adherence to prescribed guidelines and legislation in mining value chain activities while streamlining procedures and developing subordinates to achieve the section's targets.

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.

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.

Job Description

As ourSection Manager Miningof your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Maintain safety and health principles by following operational risk management rules, taking personal responsibility, and fostering a safe workplace culture. Ensure compliance with all legal, environmental, occupational health, safety, and risk management standards and best practices.
  • Active participation in VFLs and relevant Risk Assessments and closing out of Safety Actions.
• Performance and Delivery
• Mining Operations:
  • Execute weekly and monthly plans to achieve quality and volume requirements.
  • Maintain resource and equipment utilisation and financial requirements.
  • Implement and oversee the prescribed guidelines and legislation for the mining value chain.
  • Manage contractors and service providers reporting into the section, ensuring compliance with safety, operational, and performance standards.
• Budget and Cost Control Management:
  • Assist with the compilation of the annual budget.
  • Monitor spending and allocation of expenses to ensure appropriate reporting and cash flow management.
  • Ensure sound financial practices per the approved budget for effective cost control and savings.
• People Management:
  • Optimise human resources so that the section delivers maximum output by embedding work ethics,
  • Assess the training needs of the Section against the defined skill requirements and develop and implement a training plan within authority limits.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management:
  • Build, manage and maintain healthy stakeholder relations to achieve organisational goals.
  • Provide relevant support and input, and ensure continuous customer satisfaction by producing and delivering on required volumes and production targets.
• Improvement Initiatives:
  • Manage mine operations and processes safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively to meet short-term and long-term production and project objectives,
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and asset optimisation initiatives for mining processes to optimise operational and production activities.
• Ensure compliance with all legislative regulations to maintain a risk-free environment and implement measures.
• Identify improvement measures and solutions to eliminate the recurrence of incidents and pollution to ensure that mine waste materials are not hazardous to the environment and its surroundings.

This role is in Mining (MIN) department on a band 6.12 (D4/D5) level reporting to the Manager Mining

Qualifications

• Relevant Degree in B.Eng. Mining/ BSc Mining (NQF7)
• An Honours degree will be advantageous.
• Mining Manager’s Certificate of Competence
• SA Drivers Licence
• A3 Safety Certificate
• Open Cast Blasting Certificate (when applicable)

Technical Knowledge

• Extensive Operational and Dispatch Technical knowledge with 6-8 years of experience in any mining value chain process, including 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Advanced Computer Literacy, MS Office Suite.
• Proficient in problem-solving abilities, demonstrating expertise in geotechnical and Rock Engineering, with the capacity to address and resolve complex challenges in mining environments.
• Possesses a comprehensive understanding of surface mining operations, including knowledge of extraction methods, material handling, and environmental considerations.
• Skilled in equipment management, showcasing the ability to oversee and optimise mining equipment use, ensuring operational efficiency and safety.
• Demonstrates expertise in process optimisation, employing advanced techniques to enhance mining processes, improve resource utilisation, and achieve operational excellence.
• Proficient in Mining Technical and mine planning, showcasing a deep understanding of their functionality and application, contributing to strategic decision-making and efficient resource allocation.
• Adheres to compliance with company policies and procedures, ensuring a comprehensive understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines governing mining operations.

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