Supervisor Secondary Processes

Rand Refinery; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metal processing company in Johannesburg is seeking a Supervisor for Secondary Processes to ensure safe operation and optimal performance in the plant. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in mathematics and science with at least 3-4 years of experience in the metals or mining industry. Responsibilities include managing processes, reporting, and team leadership. This role offers an opportunity for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Completed Matric qualification in Mathematics and Science.
• A diploma in Engineering Metallurgy qualification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3-4 years working experience in an operational environment within the metals/mining industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure processes and equipment are operated safely according to SOPs.
• Drive accurate reporting through production logs.
• Confirm daily production targets are achieved.
• Ensure safe storage and participation in stock counts.
• Manage cultural aspects to maximize team outputs.

Skills

Mathematics

Science

Operational management

Teamwork

Education

Matric qualification in Mathematics and Science

Diploma in Engineering Metallurgy

Job description

Job title : Supervisor Secondary Processes

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : October 04, 2025

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Overview

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDED BUT NOT LIMITED TO :

• Ensure that all the processes and equipment in FBI & CRP areas are operated in a safe manner in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Drive timeous and accurate reporting through production logs and performance feedback on a shift basis.
• Report all process parameters that are managed to the Process Leader daily.
• Ensure that all products and by-products generated are weighed and sent for sampling for metal balance purposes.
• Confirm that daily production targets are achieved and feedback is provided.
• Ensure the safe storage of material in bags, assist with stock take preparations and participate during stock count to ensure correct labelling and proper evaluation of units.
• All ITMs are evaluated and accounted for with explanations for metal gains and losses.
• Implements methods and suggestions from the Process Leader regarding waste reduction, productivity and cost management.
• Correct adherence to SHEQ & operational procedures for the department
• Issue permits to work (PTWs) for maintenance, project and other ad hoc activities in a safe manner.
• Ensure effective transfer of skills within the department, including arranging statutory and other training requirements through training register.
• Manage the culture of working as a team to maximise Smelter Secondary outputs.
• Carries out technical or first-level management responsibilities within the department.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

• Completed Matric qualification in Mathematics and Science.
• A diploma in Engineering Metallurgy qualification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 -4 years working experience in an operational environment within the metals / mining industry.
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