Supervisor Potline Red - Richards Bay

South32; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commodities company in Richards Bay is seeking a Supervisor Production Reduction to oversee production and logistics activities. The role requires a degree in a technical field, a valid trade test, and 4 - 6 years of production experience, including supervisory duties. Candidates must be adaptable to shift work and possess computer literacy. This permanent full-time position offers competitive incentives and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Annual short-term incentive bonus

Employer contribution toward retirement fund

Support for part-time studies

Qualifications

• 4 - 6 years in Production/Industrial experience, with 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Willingness to work shifts and perform standby duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead execution of the production plan to achieve performance targets.
• Ensure adherence to work standards and competency of employees.

Skills

Production/Industrial experience

Supervisory skills

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Education

Degree / National Diploma in a Technical field

Valid Trade Test

Job description

DISCOVER ABRIGHTERFUTURE:

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.
• South32 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 Supervisor Production Reduction, you will be responsible for the supervision and the execution of production and logistics activities undertaken by front‑line operational personnel and lead in line with the schedule, standards and performance targets for People, HSECQ, Volume & Cost.

• Provide day‑to‑day supervision, expertise and direction to a Production team within an operation area to ensure delivery against plans;
• Supervise and lead the execution of the production plan in order to achieve established performance targets;
• Ensure Production employees and contractors adhere to work standards, are competent, and understand the purpose and functionality of critical controls relevant to their work;
• Provide input into production or logistics strategies, budgets, and plans as well as the improvement of work management processes and critical controls for material risks;
• Provide support to internal and external stakeholders to ensure achievement of objectives;
• Identify and develop cost‑effective processes to increase efficiency and reduce cost drivers.

ABOUT YOU;

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• A minimum of 4 - 6 years in Production/ Industrial experience of which 1 year in a supervisory capacity in a production field;
• Be prepared to work shifts if needed;
• Perform standby duties from time to time as required by the organization;
• Computer literacy (MS Office).

Qualifications for this role are:

• Degree / National Diploma in a Technical field of study;
• Valid Trade Test.

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.

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website http://careers.south32.net

This advertisement will close on 26 November 2025.