Come and join this dedicated team as Senior Foreman Mechanical Surface, where you will be managing the discipline of engineering supervisory, budget and technical service. Compliance to operating relevant procedure Work instructions, MHSA compliance, and GTS-group technical standards. Coordinate special projects and shutdowns Manage PM compliance and prioritize duties towards maintenance of equipment and services. Budget setting and control. Contactor management.

By looking after our assets, you’ll become an asset too.

Number of positions :2

Location of positions: Rustenburg Base Metal Refiners

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, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world

Our Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. We are the world’s leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialised applications that improve lives across the world – from vehicle fuel cells to jewelry; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining. 

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Support the achievement of the Operation plan

• Assist the Operation management team in developing an operational plan for the year to support the process in achieving throughput objectives
• Undertake to plan, up to 1 year ahead and assists with 5 year planning, the budget requirements according to the planned maintenance schedules verses operational targets and budgets
• Undertake to plan the spares requirements according to the planned maintenance schedule and ensure their availability
• Liaise with the Operation management team regarding daily, weekly and monthly progress to plan, budget and employee resources
• Oversee that all work practices are executed in compliance with legal requirements
• Regularly communicate progress of section against operational targets and objectives via a design communication and supervisory forum to subordinates
• Evaluate, monitor and provide continuous feedback to the section regarding the performance efficiencies, standards of the section labour, equipment, budget and process targets.
• Oversee the quality of workmanship and conduct regular inspections around the section and the Operation

Process remains fully operational

• Plan daily, weekly and monthly work requirement and priorities with operational team
• Allocate labour resources and equipment to scheduled and priority activities so as to maintain and ensure high levels of labour, equipment and operational performance standards
• Liaise with the other Supervisors to ensure that any problems that could overlap with other sections are pro-actively identified and discussed
• Oversee the development of a healthy spirit of co-operation within the section
• Identify operational priorities within the section that would ensure the optimization of the section’s performance
• Monitor the process to identify any possible problems or risk areas to the section and schedule remedy actions
• Ensure availability for after-hours standby duties
• Allocate multi-task team members to Artisans when required to perform and ensure effective maintenance
• Accompany the Engineer regular inspections and audits around the section
• Review operational plans and re-assign targets and objectives to subordinates
• Provided regular support to both the process operational and technical employees within the section as well as to other sections on boiler making matters
• Takes charge during crises and major overhauls
• Conduct regular inspections on all works to ensure safety and maintenance of technical standards
• Assist / guide the Maintenance Clerk to supply reliable maintenance information

Good employee Relations

• Ensure that employees have clear work expectations and plans
• Communicate effectively with manager
• Support the induction of new employees
• Assist with the succession planning process of the section
• Hold disciplinary and grievance inquiries
• Identify potential conflict situations and minimize the implications
• Control discipline and ensure fair decisions regarding Industrial Relations
• Fairly manage cultural diversity
• Identify ideas to increase motivation
• Ensure that work is fairly allocated
• Ensure competency of employees for the work required
• Advise employees on career opportunities and the requirements to achieve personal growth
• Maintain the discipline within the section through objective and fair application of employee supervision rules
• Develop a strong sense of co-operation and team work amongst the section employees
• Encourage a sense of pride amongst the section employees regarding  their workmanship
• Ensure the section supports each other in the accomplishment of their targets
• Oversee that the required material, equipment, spares and staff are available to achieve the output
• Participate in the selection of the sections team employees
• Effective two way open communication with employees
• Develop a trusting and mutual respect relationship with internal and external service suppliers
• Ensure that employees work in a safe environment
• Support and participate in the training and development requirements of employees

Administration of necessary

• Compile accurate reports
• Ensure that required job instructions are available to employees
• Implement and maintain applicable Safety, Regulations, The Act, Codes of practices, procedures and standards
• Complete safety, injury, hazard, risk and incident reports
• Conduct required meetings including safety
• Establish procedures for abnormal work requirements which fall outside of standard procedures
• Ensure that accurate labour records including overtime worked are maintained
• Ensure that all the data captured on the operational and technical management information and control systems are accurate and timeous
• Prepare adhoc reports for management or other information customers
• Assist and participate in Risk Management Programmers
• Completion of audit administration
• Ensure that engineering administration requirements are complied with
• Regularly review operational and technical data

This role is at a Band 7 level reporting to the Section Engineer

• Engineering Foreman Certificate as per Anglo American
• Boiler making or Fitting Trade Certificate
• Certified Competent 2.9.2

Experience

• Two years plus experience required as Foreman

Knowledge and Skills

• Computer literate in full MS Office
• Good analytical and decisions making skills
• Valid driving license code 08

Who We Are

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet? That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.
As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

What We Offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

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 fulfill their potential. Anglo American Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Anglo American Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

This role is open to Anglo American employees only. To apply for this role, please complete the online application. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process

Closing date: 3 July 2024

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