Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 70-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture, and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.Job Req2530Closing Date31 October 2024Role CategoryProcess ImplementationOMEEOP: MiningGeographical AreaVarious Sasol MinesPurpose of JobTo achieve defined performance targets in the section through building operator capabilities and planning, organizing, and controlling the day-to-day Mining activities.Recruitment Description / Key AccountabilitiesManage crew to meet production targetsManage safety, health, and environmental issues in the sectionEnsure competence of crewDemonstrate continuous drive to improveAct as Relieving Shift Boss at timesManage more complex mining activitiesIdentify training and development needs of crewEnsure adequate materials availability in sectionSAP inputs when acting as Shift BossRepresent Shift Boss in OE meetings and transfer knowledge of OE reports to other Miners and ArtisansEnsure to take reasonable measures to ensure the health and safety of employees responsible for inspectionOversee safe transport of team to and from the sectionConduct start and end of shift inspectionsConduct statutory inspections e.g. gas & ventilation testsComplete statutory reportsPerform risk assessmentsConduct task observationsConduct at least one rescue drill with team per month to rescue room and after all section movesOversee housekeeping of sectionEnsure team uses PPE and hand tools correctlyDo fire patrol when necessaryEnsure operators adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and Codes of PracticeCommand performance meetings with crew membersManage attendance of crewSubmit accurate and fully completed section reports on timeMaintain accurate operator records (e.g. valid licensing of operators)Request necessary in section mining materials and resourcesEnsure availability of adequate materials in sectionDo SAP inputs (e.g. time and attendance and placing orders PTP when relieving shift boss)Represent Shift Boss in Operational Excellence meetingsTransfer knowledge of Operational Excellence reports to other Miners and ArtisansManage pillar extraction section (where applicable)Act as relieving Shift Boss when requiredCompliance to elements measured by audits and checks by managerRectify findings on audit resultsWork completed to planMinimum wastage and disruptions to production due to resource availabilityNQF standards and training matrix requirements metResponsible for personal training and development needsDemonstrate self-discipline by complying with legal and other requirementsAchieve people development targets for shift (KPIs and personal development plans)Coach operators in the sectionEnsure all coaching and training is understood and applied by operatorsIdentify training and development needs of team and address them in consultation with other role playersProvide timely and constructive feedback to team members on their performance and address non-conformanceUnderstand mine requirements and ensure product/services meet mine requirementsEffective networking and liaison with technical, engineering, and financial departmentsEnsure transition of work from own shift to next shiftApply new ideas/work methods to improve resultsProvide information/assist with projects with technical/support functionsAssist with implementation of organizational change initiatives within own teamFormal EducationNational Senior Certificate/ Full N3 (with Maths and English/Business English)Valid Blasting Certificate (for Fiery Mines)Valid First Aid CertificateValid Red Ticket (or ability to obtain one)Valid driver's licenseGas Testing certificate (8 gases)Competent AMin ExperienceExperience: 2+ relevant years of underground coal miningProfessional MembershipCertificationsC_Blasting Certificate (Underground)C_Gas Testing CertificateC_Flameproof CertificateLicencesBehavioural (BC) | Technical (TC) | Leadership (LC)BC_CollaboratesBC_CourageTC_Verbal CommunicationTC_Troubleshoots Technical IssuesTC_SHE Policies, Procedures and StandardsBC_Decision QualityBC_Drives ResultsTC_Risk ManagementTC_Mining Equipment EfficiencyBC_Ensures AccountabilitySasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of "Innovating for a better world", Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol's Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesChemical Manufacturing
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