EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMSIdentifies opportunities for optimisation of mining equipment productivity across the full range of mining equipmentAll mining-related systems e.g., Truck & Load monitoring system, IsoMetrix (integrated risk management system), planning software / block model (where and how to mine), etc.Working closely with the engineer to ensure the implementation of robust planned maintenanceChair and coordinate the monthly mine planning process with all business partners on the mine.
Working closely with the mine planning, mineral resources department and Geotech to ensure slope stability monitoring systems on the mine.Working closely with the Geotech Department.
To develop protocols to enhance slope management controlsDrive the implementation of critical controls within the mining processesDECISIONS AND JUDGEMENTSDecides on load /haul schedules and loading places, with the authority to stop the activity.Makes final decisions on safety matters.Deals with employees and contractors questions / issues, deciding how best to handle them.Has the authority to postpone a blast; but would inform General Manager and any others affected in advance.Makes recommendations (not decisions) on capital projects.Having absolute authority over the mining plan and instituting change management notes in case of change in the original signed-off mine plan.
CHALLENGES AND DEMANDS OF THE JOB Challenges and demands on the job that creates additional complexity arise from e.g.Able to work under pressurerainy weather limiting mobility in the mining/loading areaspeople ongoing management of systems / compliance.
Complexity arises from the fact that it is challenging to keep track and to know what is going onAligning the business partners to the company's goals and culture, especially the onboarding of new service providers/contractorsAble to have robust and difficult conversations with teams and direct subordinateAble to showcase leadership and drive for continual improvementSTAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS Internal stakeholders:Company executives and Management colleagues, organised labour, own team members and business partnersExternal stakeholders:Other mines in the area, regulatory officials / inspectors, farmers, contractor principalsMINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREDMining Engineering DegreeMinimum of 10 of years experince in opencast mining and 3 years as a mine managerA valid Opencast Blasting CertificateMine Managers Certificate of CompetencyExperience required:Contractor Mining experienceExperience in driving productivity improvement initiatives to achieve mines strategic plansIn mine planning and executionExcellent knowledge of safety legislation and best practices within the metals industryInvestigation capability and report writing skillsExposure to OHSAS 18001:2007 and ISO 14001Experience in risk management and complianceCOMPETENCIES / SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED Skills and Knowledge:Demonstrable management skills in mine planning, production managementSkilled in management attributes; planning, leading, organising, controlling)Report writing skillProfessional, verbal and written communication in EnglishCommunication and networking skills within the organisation and externallyMicrosoft Office Professional (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project)Managing of high-performance teamsPersonal attributes:Self-starterTeam playerDrive and enthusiasmConceptual abilityTolerance for ambiguityInfluentialDevelopment OrientationResult drivenPrepared to show initiative