Supervisor Production Reduction - Richards Bay

SOUTH32 Limited; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining and resource company in Richards Bay is seeking a Supervisor Production Reduction to oversee production and logistics activities. Ideal candidates will have 4-6 years of industrial experience and at least 1 year in a supervisory role. This full-time position offers an annual bonus and support for part-time studies. Responsibilities include team supervision and process improvement. Join us and contribute to a sustainable future.

Benefits

Annual short-term incentive bonus

Employer contribution to retirement fund

Support for part-time studies

Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 - 6 years in Production/Industrial experience.
• 1 year in a supervisory capacity in a production field.
• Willingness to work shifts and perform standby duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and execute production and logistics activities.
• Lead a Production team to ensure plans are delivered.
• Ensure adherence to work standards and safety protocols.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Production and logistics management

Cost-effective process development

Education

Degree / National Diploma in a Technical field of study

Valid Trade Test

Job description

Supervisor Production Reduction - Richards Bay

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER ABRIGHTERFUTURE:

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

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuinedifference. 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.

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

• 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 day-to-day supervision, expertise and direction to a Production team within an operational area to ensure delivery against plans;
• 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;

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.

This advertisement will close on 26 November 2025.