South 32 Vacancies

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Clerk of works Engineering – Richards Bay

Location: Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA, 3900

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. 

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy. 

ABOUT HILLSIDE

Our Hillside Aluminium smelter in Richards Bay produces high-quality, primary aluminium for the domestic and export markets.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund. 

South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Clerk Of Works, you will be responsible for ensuring that the quality of materials and workmanship are in accordance with engineer’s drawings and specifications and to monitor and control project execution by ensuring adherence to construction regulations and Hillside HSE procedures.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Load the necessary SAP notifications and ensure that work execution is catered for during plant prioritization meetings;
• Facilitate and ensure that all project contractors have the required authority to work onsite;
• Assist with any requirements for site establishment;
• Monitor and report on project progress to Project Engineers;
• Liaise with contractors, engineers and the project superintendent on all project matters;
• Check that standards, building/construction regulations, health and safety and legal requirements are met and adhered to;
• Ensure advance scheduling of contractors/vendors;
• Ensure removal of all project equipment and spares upon completion of the project;
• Ensure all Contractors and equipment entering site have been verified and audited to comply to applicable Hillside Contractor Management standards;
• Manage and ensure that Contractor safety files and all required project documentation is accurately completed and available for audit or verification;
• Ensure that daily activities are safely executed and as per the project plan;
• Manage housekeeping at all times to ensure a safe work environment.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in construction;
• Basic SAP knowledge;
• Previous supervision;
• Basic project management.

Qualifications for this role are:

• N4 Technical certificate;
• Trade tested Artisan.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. 

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website http://careers.south32.net

This advertisement will close on 23 December 2025.

Click here to apply

Manager Production – Wessels

Location: Hotazel, Northern Cape, ZA, 8490

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. 

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy. 

ABOUT WESSELS:

The South Africa Manganese operation can be found in the manganese rich Kalahari Basin, in the country’s Northern Cape, which is home to 80 per cent of the world’s manganese. This position is based at our Wessels Mine which represents one of the largest manganese reserves in South Africa.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund. 

South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Manager Production, you will be responsible for managing the Mining Department in order to meet business objectives. This is a legal appointment as per Section 3.1.(a) of the MHSA and this role will be reporting to the general manager.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

•Lead Health, Safety, Environment and Community within the internal environment;

•Conduct investigations into workplace incidents;

•Ensure compliance with Legal and South32 requirements;

•Run the business safely and productively;

•Ensure effective task analyses processes are established and reviewed for effectiveness;

•Ensure controls are in place to mitigate material risks;

•Develop and implement strategies and action plans for the Mining Department;

•Integrate the Life Off Asset plan into the Medium-Term Plan (5 yr. and 2 yr. budget);

•Participate in the estimation and preparation of cost budget for a project or sub project and monitor and control actual cost against budget;

•Conduct regular Results and Progress Management (RPM’s) meetings as per schedule;

•Build and maintain a competent and motivated work force;

•Monitor and evaluate team members against performance standards;

•Manage conflicts within the workplace;

•Resolve grievances and disputes;

•Driving culture upliftment through the LSED tool rollout to the frontline;

•Effective collaboration with other HOD’s to drive the strategic objectives of the company (HMM Vision and strategy rollout);

•Mentor individuals to enhance the individual`s knowledge, skills, values and attitudes in a selected career path.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

•Must have a minimum of 5 Years in management role of underground mine and at least 10 years in mining industry.

Qualifications for this role are:

•Degree/BTECH/National Diploma in Mining together with Mine Managers Certificate of Competency (DMRE) for Metalliferous Mines Broad;

•Leadership or Financial qualification is advantageous;

•Masters in engineering Qualifications is advantageous.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. 

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website http://careers.south32.net

This advertisement will close on 23 December 2025.

Click here to apply

We wish you all the best with your applications