Specialist Business Improvement - Richards Bay

SOUTH32 Limited; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining and metals company is seeking a Specialist Business Improvement in Richards Bay. This permanent full-time position focuses on driving operational excellence through Continuous Improvement methodologies. The ideal candidate will have 4–6 years of industrial experience, along with relevant certifications in Lean and Six Sigma. The role offers competitive incentives and opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Annual short-term incentive bonus

Employer contribution towards retirement fund

Assistance for part-time studies

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 – 6 years’ experience in an industrial environment.
• Green Belt Certification is desirable.
• Black Belt Certification will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities to reduce cost and increase production.
• Develop and maintain Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Provide technical expertise in Business Improvement.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Change Management

Project Management

SAP

Education

Degree / B Tech or National Diploma in Industrial Engineering/Engineering/Science/Technology

Job description

Specialist Business Improvement - Richards Bay

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low‑carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT HILLSIDE

Our Hillside Aluminium smelter in Richards Bay produces high‑quality, primary aluminium for the domestic and export markets.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER

Annual short‑term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company‑elected retirement fund.

South 32 will support assistance for part‑time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is a permanent full‑time position.

As a Specialist Business Improvement, you will be responsible for Continuous Improvement and the ability to drive change. Utilize the appropriate Lean, Six Sigma and Change Management methodologies to define, drive and deliver the operational excellence strategy.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Assist in the identification of opportunities to reduce cost, increase production, improve safety and culture and maintain the improvement project pipeline;
• Develop and maintain Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies in the day‑to‑day operations;
• Provide technical expertise in Business Improvement and Change Management principles and tools to enable identification and delivery of improvement opportunities aligned to key business goals;
• Develop, deploy and maintain an integrated Continuous Improvement program across the operation to include idea capturing, prioritizing and execution;
• Manage a portfolio of improvement projects, including tracking of benefits, auditing of implemented projects to ensure that process improvements are sustained, and benefits are realized;
• Ensure all continuous improvement projects are conducted to the highest of standards in a safe, quality‑focused, and effective manner.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 4 – 6 years’ experience in an industrial environment;
• Green Belt Certification is desirable;
• Black Belt Certification will be advantageous;
• A Project management qualification is advantageous;
• SAP experience will be advantageous.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS ROLE

• Degree / B Tech or National Diploma in Industrial Engineering/ Engineering/ Science/Technology.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY STATEMENT

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This advertisement will close on 3 December 2024.