Metallurgical Manager – Mining Middelburg

SUMMARY:
Metallurgical Manager – Mining Middelburg

POSITION INFO:

Our client, an ever expanding mine outside of Middelburg is seeking to employ an experienced and suitably qualified Metallurgical Manager

Process Plan and Direct all Metallurgical work on site

• Direct, plan, schedule and coordinate detail phases of metallurgical work within

a specific project scope

• Manage the overall design of process flowsheets, plant layouts, material

handling systems, manpower requirements, equipment procurement and

material utilization for new projects

• Develop an ongoing strategic plan to meet present and future metallurgical

needs

• Provide technical expertise for the plant operating performance, reduce waste

and delays, promote cost reductions and achieve a high level of operating

efficiency

• Evaluate current and potential processing methods

• Create and manage budgets according to Company plans

• Provide ongoing technical input to the development and implementation of plant

strategies and flow sheet concepts to support production objectives and

optimize financial results

Deliver on the operating plan

• Implement, monitor and control business processes according to quality

standards, policy, and compliance and governance requirements

• Ensure the development, alignment, mapping and implementation of end-to-end

standard operating procedures / processes

• Research, enable and consult on improvements and opportunities to harness

technology

Provide Technical support to the operation team

• Translate technical specifications into an operations plan

• Analyse the recorded technical data and suggest process and technical

improvements where necessary

Function as a Metallurgical Engineering subject matter expert

• Provide metallurgical technical expertise to technicians, metallurgists and

process plant operators

• Improve and adapt processes to create efficiencies

• Advise on improvement opportunities or changing legislation

• Monitor metallurgical performance and coach technicians / specialists on

conducting tests to improve throughput and recovery

Finance

Monitor costs or expenses within approved budget to achieve cost efficiencies

and reduce waste

• Comply with cost controls in order to achieve section budget

• Report on cost usage that reflects delivery of planned work within agreed

parameters

• Identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction and to streamline

processes

• Identify repeat failures that contribute to wastage

• Ensure good governance including the effective use of management systems to

monitor compliance to business direction and policies

• Ensure financial documentation is maintained to support accurate record

keeping and future requirements as per legislation

• Escalate potential risks that may lead to increased costs or financial losses

Work of the Role (KPA) Description of Output / KPA

Stakeholder

Relationships

Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work

delivery, collaboration and innovation

• Build professional long-term relationships with stakeholders

• Ensure customer service solutions are aligned to the operational business plan

• Ensure product knowledge and advice is technically accurate and provide

stakeholders with relevant information to keep them informed of products and

service options

• Ensure timeous resolution of stakeholder queries and complaints and take

ownership of issues

People

Coordinate, monitor and supervise the performance of direct reports

• Clearly define goals and objectives and provide direction, coaching and regular

feedback

• Ensure compliance with all HR policies, procedures and standards

• Ensure conflict resolution and respond to any complaints or concerns

• Support skills development and transfer initiatives

• Ensure that all team members are competent to deliver the outputs of their jobs

within a specified time after being appointed in the position

Reporting

Provide Feedback to be used in reports

• Ensure complete, timeous and accurate reporting with appropriate levels of

escalation to enable effective decision-making

• Ensure feedback and progress reporting to stakeholders

• Adhere to statutory standards, policies and procedures within the business unit

to ensure compliance at all times and take remedial action where necessary

• Monitor, analyse and audit the key business processes and metrics

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Minimum skills required

Minimum Qualification Preferred Qualification

B-Tech/ B.Sc. Degree in Metallurgy

Role Specific Knowledge Required Level

Environmental management and systems

Legal and regulatory environment requirements

Mining environment

Biodiversity and ecosystems

Proficient

Technical Skill – Ability to apply Knowledge Level of Proficiency

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Dense Medium Separation

Proficient

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

At least 5 years’ experience in a coal processing plant of which 3 years is at senior management level.

Languages: Eng /well versed in south African local languages

As per our client’s requirements, a clear criminal history is required

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