Company Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Shift Coordinator (All Mining Operations). The purpose of this role is to Support the Section Manager by managing technical and operational tasks, coordinating shift transitions, and ensuring adherence to production and safety standards.

We’re the best in the industry.

You’ll make us better.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

Kumba Iron Ore               

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Job Description

As our Shift Coordinator (All Mining Operations) your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety, Health, and EnvironmentExecute Legal Appointment in terms of the MHSA Sect 7(4); read with 2.9.2.Maintain a secure and safe work environment where employees can deliver their outputs in a controlled environment free from harm.Keep environmental impact within statutory requirements to ensure compliance with our operating license.Manage and oversee fatigue management on shifts.Lead as the most senior person on shift and oversee mining operations as instructed by the DMRE.Escalate any operational and SHE-related matters to the responsible Section Managers / Manager Mining(s).Performance and DeliveryDeliver the Business Execution Plan through shift-based operational performance and short-interval control.Manage and direct operations to achieve the budget plan and schedule compliance metrics.Utilise mining equipment according to the target to ensure the achievement of Operational Equipment Effectiveness (“OEEs”)Execute planned work and reduce the amount of ad hoc/urgent work.Maintain Scheduled work, Scheduled Completion and Schedule Effectiveness as per target.Support Feedback and Measures (A&I) process utilisation in the teamRevise on-shift management of Mining Standards, covering the total value chain (block prep to dumps)Ensure safe operations through proper dust management, fatigue management and all other PUE-related controls.Conduct Critical Control Monitoring on-shift as well as high-risk work verification.Manage and supervise the preparation of mining blocks for drilling and blasting.Monitor and manage the operation of equipment used in block preparation and material transport, ensuring optimal performance.Utilise support equipment to address the different factors from a block preparation and plant feed perspective and eliminate block delays.Report substandard road conditions to the section responsible for keeping damage to equipment to a minimum.Ensure continuous integration with plant (plant feed)Feedback and hand-over at both the start and end of the shiftAttend Planning meetings to ensure complete alignment with mine deployment.Sustainability and SocialProtects Anglo American’s license to operate and reputation by embedding sustainable practices in day-to-day mining operations.Proactively manages the impact of mining on the environment and community and drives compliance with licensing and legal requirements.Adopts a holistic view of the mining environment.Understands and manages the combined impact of operations such as transport, noise, and vibrations.Embeds sustainable practice into all activities.People and TeamsOptimise human resources in a way that maximises output and that the total value chain delivers on its commitment (budget)Coach and support supervisors as part of their development process/needsEncourage and support the best operator in the seat (“BOIS”) principles.Ensure work ethics is of such a nature that workers continuously strive towards improving their performance.Ensure alignment across shifts, securing the life of Sishen and leaving a legacy.Promote a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and productivity.Stand up and speak up against non-compliance to company values and behaviours.Participate in succession planning/talent management.ComplianceEnsure compliance with all legal, environmental, occupational health and safety- and risk management standards and best practices and take remedial action where necessary.Promote the best practice guidelines to enhance our operations’ efficiencies (P101)Compliance with all audit and other license-to-operate requirements.Ensure 24/7/365 supervision coverage as per DMRE requirements.

This role is in Mining (MIN) department on a band 6.10 level reporting to the Section Manager

QualificationsGrade 12 / N3 certificateBTech/B. Eng, / B.Sc. in Mining Engineering (Advantageous)National Diploma in Mining (NQF6)Open Cast Blasting Certificate/National Rock Breaking Certificate obtained before 31 May 2017SA Driver’s LicenseFLM/MMP CertificateA2/A3 ORMP Training CertificateLegal Liability Training CertificateMine Overseers Ticket (Advantageous)Mine Managers Certificate of Competency (Advantageous)

Technical Knowledge

Current technical understanding, with three years of relevant operational experience in mining.Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Dispatch system (Modular), SORD, and SAP.Knowledge of mining value chain, cost-saving initiatives, and varied mining methods.Expertise in block preparation and plant feed.Understand, scrutinise, and assess the mine plan, ensuring a balance of cost and safety requirements to achieve business goals.TMM and optimal equipment set-up and cost-benefit of block preparation machinery.MHSA knowledge of environmental, occupational health, and risk management standards.Emerging and innovative technological advancements.

Additional Information

Who we are?

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.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

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 fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.