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Reference No. 363 09 RR

 

Job Description:

Our client, an established mining services provider is seeking a Head of Projects who will provide overall accountability for safety, operational resources and people performance to ensure profitability and sustainability of the mining contracts.

 

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of approximately 400 people across 3 different sites.
• Design and implement effective mechanisms to optimise people performance and rewards.
• Create opportunities for individual and skills development and the recognition of high performers.
• Implement career paths and succession plans.
• Manage employee relations pro-actively and create relevant communication forums with Labour, local communities, Head Office and the client.
• Ensure adequate capacity and capability of equipment and people performance.
• Ensure that contract profitability targets are achieved within specified limits.
• Financial Management and Reporting – production, turnover and operational cost base budgeting and drill consumables demand monitoring.
• Optimise quality and output versus costs in line with sustainability and safety.
• Implement and monitor a materials usage and forecasting systems.
• Ensure capturing and validation of quality data for production, turnover and cost reporting and timeous reporting to client, sites and Head Office.
• Manage the relationship with client and community stakeholders and within the company.   
• Pro-actively diagnose barriers to communication and create mechanisms to enhance sharing of information with all relevant stakeholders
• Contracts SLA terms - ensure compliance and monitoring of BBB-EE and other SCM-related requirements, including local recruitment, local procurement and CSI.
• Identify and manage risks related to people, technical resources and strategic risks such as reputational damage.
• Identify and action opportunities for business development within client company projects.
• Pro-actively develop and implement strategic initiatives to address problems.
• Initiate and optimise enterprise development in rural areas.
• Safety - Achieve Absolute Zero Harm.
• Lead the awareness to improve behaviours and attitudes towards safe working practices.
• Implement joint and individual project planning, execution & performance - anticipation, scheduling, co-ordination, operational efficiencies are achieved.

 

 

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• 10-15+ years’ experience in mining (ideally as Mine Manager) or drilling sectors.
• Relevant degree in Engineering, Geology or Finance.
• Experience in managing large contracts (R400m+ turnover).
• Proven leadership capability in a multi-disciplinary and stakeholder complex environment.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office suite, specifically Advanced Excel and PowerPoint, PowerBI, Teams.

 

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Employment Opportunity
• Competitive annual package

 

 

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Ruan Roodt

Managing Lead: Market Intelligence

CA Mining

 

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Reference No. 367 09 23 MW

Reference Number: 367 09 23 MW

Job Description:

Our client, an established mining services provider is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager who will develop and monitor the company’s procurement & supply chain (P&SC) strategy, with the goal to improve productivity and efficiency and reduce costs while securing high quality materials. The incumbent will keep track of logistics and update the company’s inventory, analyse operational performance and resolve issues.

Responsibilities:  

• Drive P&SC strategy and operational efficiency, processes and procedures, with a proactive and hands-on approach, including resource optimisation and profitability maximization.
• Collaborate with the relevant departments, site and contract managers to ensure P&SC provides a reliable and credible offering to the Head office and site locations.
• Understand the key commodities critical to ensuring business continuity.
• Plan, manage and coordinate all activities related to the sourcing and procurement of necessary materials and supplies, including improving systems and processes to meet this objective.
• Monitor and correct inventory levels at sites and Head Office to meet changing levels of product demand and to ensure working capital efficiency. 
• Support the proper utilization of the ERP system (Sage 300).
• Responsible for routinely reporting on departmental KPIs along with appropriate analysis and countermeasures where necessary.
• Ensure effective supplier management.
• Negotiate, develop and maintain appropriate supplier agreements (in consultation with the CFO) to assure quality, service, and price stability. 
• Monitor, evaluate and report on supplier management and development on a regular basis.
• Review and update P&SC policies, procedures and practices in accordance with new or changing environmental policies, standards, regulations, laws, inclusive procurement and supply chain sustainability (human rights, fair labour practices, environmental progress, anti-corruption policies etc.).
• Create assurance to the CFO that P&SC principles and practices are adhered to and advise CFO with regards to Supply Market related matters and trends.
• Lead a P&SC team.
• Ensure effective Fleet management.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A minimum of 10 years’ working experience with a minimum of 5 years’ experience leading a P&SC function within a similar sized business.
• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain standards, policies and practices.
• Knowledge of the mining industry would be advantageous
• A strong delivery and continuous improvement orientation, effective in getting things done with the most effective use of resources, constantly seeking new efficiencies.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Mitchill Wernich at mwernich@camining.com

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Mitchill Wernich

Managing Lead: Renewable Energy & Mining

CA Mining

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Reference No. 419-2109LH

Reference Number: 419-2109LH

 

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced HR Manager from an open pit mining background to join their team on site in the Northern Cape.

 

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating and administering all human resources activities on the project site.
• Engaging with and supporting line management on all people management practices, processes, policies and procedures.
• Implementation of the HR strategy in line with the site operational plan and monitoring the effectiveness thereof.
• Providing people analytics and HR metrics to assistant management in decision making around people and project performance.
• Establishment and management of the HR team to ensure they become trusted business partners within the organization and deliver on the requirements of the project while attracting and retaining talent.
• Overseeing and managing site payroll including time and attendance, leave, overtime and payroll queries.
• Management of employee life cycle administration for all employees on site.
• Ensuring training and development needs are identified and met in line with site level objections.
• Ensuring compliance to relevant employment acts.
• Ensuring fair people practice policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to.
• Active involvement in recruitment, selection, on-boarding, performance management and reward and recognition initiatives.
• Ensuring effective employee relations are carried out including disciplinary hearings, union negotiations, CCMA activities and dealings with local community forums.
• Leadership development, change management and succession planning.
• Budgeting and cost control to ensure project HR budget is managed effectively.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree in Human Resources or similar.
• Post Graduate qualification in Human Resources preferred.
• 10 years previous experience in human resources management roles in open pit mining environments.
• 5 years’ experience as an HR Generals within the mining industry.
• Well-versed in employee recruitment and selection, training, compensation and benefits, labour relations and negotiations and employee information systems.
• Strong background in industrial relations, CCMA, LRA, BCAA, EE and Skills Development Act.
• Computer literate in HR and Payroll systems.
• Strong knowledge of DMR regulations and legal frameworks.
• Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, negotiation, people management and communication skills.
• Candidates from the Northern Cape are encouraged to apply.

 

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent contract.
• Relocation required.

 

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Leanne Laas at llaas@camining.com

 

Please visit www.camining.com for more exciting opportunities.

 

Leanne Laas

Senior Executive Recruitment Consultant

CA Mining

 

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Reference No. 620 2109 MHU

Reference Number: 620 2109 MHU

 

Job Description:

Our client is a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, parts, services, and technical solutions for the mining and related industries. They have an opportunity for a Product Support Manager to join their team based in Johannesburg.

 

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to ensure all employees are provided with a safe and healthy working environment. This includes compliance with the Sandvik safety management program.
• Ensure the machine specification and options list are maintained to avoid localized development and a decline in profitability.
• Provide the Sales Area with any knowledge or information required to develop a solution that meets a prospective customer's need.
• Conduct analysis of competitor offerings and communicate this information to Sales Areas and Product Lines.
• Provide input on possible technical and application changes to drive product improvements via Product Management and communicate with the Offering Team to ensure Product Roadmaps cater to future requirements.  
• Monitor and report on trends for changes to current specifications across the Underground Drills offering.  
• Build a solid working relationship with the Business Line Manager and keep them updated and informed of product line activities within each specific product line.
• Provide input to engineering with regards to any liability or risk-related performance issues and where applicable coordinate safety recall or safety-related bulletins in terms of distribution and understanding to the Sales Area.
• Actively participate in New Product Development planning and customer validation when required (normally Gate 0 to Gate 2).
• Provide performance data to the respective Product Line Manager to allow management of the product over its life cycle.
• In conjunction with technical support teams, review warranty claims to understand any trend or pattern and provide input to product management and/or engineering.
• In conjunction with product management teams identify opportunities where new products can be trialled.
• Manage a team of Product Masters.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
• At least 5 years of Underground Drills product line experience
• Sound business acumen
• Ability to influence and negotiate
• Ability to resolve problems and manage customer and stakeholder relationships
• Ability to analyze data
• Must be medically fit to operate in an underground environment
• Must be willing to travel extensively
• English proficiency
• Valid driver’s license
• South African citizenship

 

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent opportunity
• Competitive package on offer

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to mhuber@camining.com

 

 

Please visit www.camining.com or www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

 

Mark Huber

Managing Lead - Executive Mining Recruitment

CA Mining

 

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

 

 

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Reference No. 305 AB

Reference Number: 305 AB

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a General Manager who will lead the Business Unit Teams in the safe and cost-effective execution of all production and maintenance processes ensuring high quality finished products.

Responsibilities:

• Implement operational strategy.
• Drive alignment in support of business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement in support of service delivery.
• Maintain a high-performance culture at the smelting operations through regular coaching, mentoring and performance improvement initiatives.
• Encourage and build individual and team “commitment and competence” levels.
• Drive sustainable growth in revenue and profitability as a key operational output.
• Ensure improved business efficiencies across the smelting value chain.
• Ensure alignment to company policies and procedures.
• Evaluate performance by analysing and interpreting data and metrics.
• Provide accurate statistics and trend analysis of the smelting operations.
• Provide service delivery, escalations metrics and reporting to the lead team.
• Ensure an enabling climate/culture.
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status.
• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• 10 years’ relevant experience, preferably 5 years’ managerial experience.
• Degree or National Diploma in Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering.
• Working knowledge and experience of the Metallurgy / smelting industry.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Opportunity
• Competitive Annual Package
• STI & LTIs

 

Please visit www.camining.com or www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Aurélien BOUIC

Manager: Africa & South America

CA Mining

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Reference No. 269 09 23 MW

Reference Number: 269 09 23 MW

Job Description:

Our client an international Independent Power Producer (IPP) is seeking a Business Development Manager who will have full accountability for all BD in Africa and will report directly to the Managing Director Africa. The incumbent will engage with clients in the mining (and industrial) segments in Africa. Furthermore, incumbent will work collaboratively with their Sales, Engineering team, and the Project Execution team to identify new opportunities and grow our business.

Responsibilities:

• Work with company Sales Director and Engineering teams to ensure all sales leads are effectively worked from initial lead to PPA closure.
• Ability to segment time to create own leads and penetrate new accounts.
• Effectively and enthusiastically promotes the company value proposition to potential customers, the market, industry leaders and stakeholders.
• Ensures an on-going superior customer experience for current and potential customers from initial contact to closure and on-going support.
• Effectively communicates internally to support functions (finance, legal, engineering) and incorporates their requirements when responding to customer needs.
• Proactively manage proposals (RFP) / Tender responses by identifying bottlenecks and incorporating contingencies.
• Respond to and win RFPs (managing RFP response, preliminary modelling, and customer engagement) through the submission of clearly written submission documents that build a case for company services.
• Understand the basics of finance (P&L, Balance Sheet) and modelling project returns using a Microsoft Excel model template (supported by the company’s finance team).
• Build and manage partner relationships together with the Project Execution manager (EPC, developers, suppliers) to generate deal flow and can comfortably discuss partnership terms.
• Provides weekly forecast of orders, and reports on key items of interest.
• Manage documenting all activities in a CRMS.
• Perform credit analysis on non-rated corporate off-takers.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A minimum of 7-10 years of business development experience with demonstrated contribution to success.
• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or other related discipline is advantageous.
• Knowledge of power services market and mineral resources/mining sector highly advantageous.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Employment Opportunity.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Mitchill Wernich at mwernich@camining.com

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Mitchill Wernich

Managing Lead: Renewable Energy & Mining

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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Reference No. 233 09 23 MW

Reference Number: 233 09 23 MW

Job Description:

Our client a renewable energy provider, is seeking a Commercial Director who will lead the strategic planning and execution of commercial initiatives, including identifying and securing Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) opportunities, fostering co-development synergies, and managing key stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, plan, and implement commercial strategies to promote company growth and success.
• Identify and secure PPA opportunities for projects under development.
• Recognize potential synergies and co-development opportunities to create high-yield investments in the renewable energy sector.
• Establish and manage relationships with electricity users to secure PPAs and match them with developing projects.
• Assist in matching electricity off takers to developed wind and solar assets.
• Lead discussions with Eskom and local municipalities regarding wheeling, managing the process from engagement to signature.
• Stay well-informed on regulatory processes impacting the business, including wheeling regulations, Nersa regulations, energy trading regulations, feed-in-tariffs, and more.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, such as investors, clients, and industry partners.
• Assist in developing a sustainable asset base of renewable energy projects.
• Lead financial close processes on PPAs and potential sale of developed SPVs.
• Support the company team in sourcing debt and equity, including negotiations with senior lenders and banks to close necessary conditions precedent for financial close.
• Assist with quarterly Shareholder and Board of Directors reporting.
• Facilitate and contribute to staff training and management for both permanent and temporary placements.
• Lead and assist in tender submissions as needed.
• Support development team in commercial negotiations related to land procurement and other project requirements.
• Help prepare investment papers for review and manage investor selection processes for various projects under development.
• Oversee the investor selection processes for various projects under development, ensuring alignment with project goals and company objectives.
• Perform market research to analyse threats, opportunities, and track commercial metrics using KPIs.
• Manage and track expenditures, financial goals, and budgets.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• At least 10 years of project finance and development experience.
• Relevant tertiary degree.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Employment Opportunity

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Mitchill Wernich at mwernich@camining.com

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Mitchill Wernich

Managing Lead: Renewable Energy & Mining

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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Reference No. 619 1809 MHU

Reference Number: 619 1809 MHU

 

Job Description:

Our client is a multinational mining company who have an expat opportunity for a Group Category Manager. Reporting to VP of Supply Chain, the successful incumbent will work with end-users and relevant functional departments to develop specifications, statements of work, performance metrics, tender documentation, drafting and implementation of appropriate contract.  They will coordinate with the internal procurement team to deliver best value solutions for the project, manage the tender/supplier selection/contract award and implement process ensuring effective communication is maintained throughout.

 

Responsibilities:

• Research and analyse data and market insights
• Calculate Forecast Purchase Price Variance(PPV); research and analyse market data on key commodities
• Search for insights into consumer needs
• Calculate forecasts for product demand trends
• Assist with upfront scope development, demand planning, market assessments, end to end tender process
• Handle tender management and evaluation, contract negotiation and change management transition plans
• Plan and implement long-term development strategies for product categories
• Recommend and implement phase out strategies for slow mover products
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors
• Interface with key users, ensure effective visibility of the contracting strategy, and build strong working relationships with internal clients to meet operational and financial targets.
• Interface with corporate and mine site-based operations teams to establish category management requirements from planning to execution.
• Execute the supplier relationship management process including but not limited to tracking performance metrics, supplier safety record, fluctuating cost drivers and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure timely and professional service to end users in preparation for evaluation of commercial submissions received in an RFx.
• Develop and execute defendable negotiation strategies and award recommendations to mine site and executive management ensuring the optimal price, terms, scope, execution, and supplier performance.
• Manage tendering, contracts and negotiation strategy, in line with Procurement Plans.
• Achieve strong, collaborative, and sustainable relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.
• Work with end-users and relevant functional departments to develop specifications, statements of work, performance metrics, tender documentation and drafting appropriate contract terms & conditions. 
• Co-ordinate with internal procurement team to deliver best value solutions for Business Unit.
• Manage the tender/supplier selection/contract award and implementation process ensuring effective communication is maintained throughout. 
• Create added value (performance & savings) annual activity plans that support the attainment of business objectives.
• Ensure that department and individual performance targets are achieved through the maintenance of progress reports.
• Populate all Procurement databases and information registers, ensuring that key information is maintained and kept up to date at all times
• Demonstrate personal commitment in regard to safety and environmental and Social Responsibility practices.

 

 

Requirements: