Description

• The purpose of this position is to supervise processes and teams within sections of the production area to ensure that operational parameters are maintained, and production targets are achieved according to the outlined production requirements whilst adhering to Health & Safety standards.

Qualification Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4, including relevant NATED courses (e.g., N3 Certificate)
• National Certificate Mineral Processing Level 2 or equivalent Mineral Processing Qualification
• Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1
• Maths and Science will be advantageous

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Process / Plant Operator, preferably within the hydrometallurgical mineral processing industry
• Computer Literate in MS Office
• Phosphate process operational experience would be advantageous.
• English language proficiency
• Time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Employee Relations and People Management skills
• Supervisory skills
• Knowledgeable in the requirements of the MHSA

Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend shift handover to obtain previous shift information and schedule shift resources accordingly.
• Perform visual inspections of the work area to identify problems and report to the Shift Supervisor.
• Monitor production according to shift targets
• Supervise and maintain a high standard of housekeeping.
• Provide maintenance support to the Engineering department.
• Identify causes of spillage in the plant and generate suggestions to minimize the spillage.
• Continuously monitor equipment failure and efficiency
• Report breakdowns to the Shift Supervisor
• Investigate and attend to visible process related maintenance problems, e.g., replacement of screens, idlers etc. where engineering is not required
• Issue clearance and safe work permits for all operational tasks conducted within responsible sections.
• Conduct and supervise plant operational tasks within responsible sections