Glencore South Africa Jobs - 29 October 2026

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Artisan (Electrician)

Report to the Engineering Coordinator and will be responsible for all functions relating to the position Artisan (Electrician)
The incumbent has the responsibility to examine and maintenance the Plant, Conveyor belt, Pumps and electrical components at plant & surface environment
Duties include but are not limited to planned maintenance, breakdowns, standby and project work
Compliance with the company’s HSEC system
Ensure implementation of management decisions, legal requirements, and the company
Standards / policies with specific reference to the primary functions of an Artisan Electrician

Artisan (Fitter)

QUALIFICATIONS

Grade 12
Full N2 certificate with relevant trade theory
Fitter trade certificate
Completed POE for Section 26D trade certificate

SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

At least one year post trade test experience as a Fitter in a heavy industry environment
Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality awareness
Good Interpersonal and Communication skills
SAP and Coupa knowledge will be advantageous
Able to work under pressure, adaptable, attention to detail

JOB OBJECTIVES

In this role you will be reporting to the Artisan Coordinator for the following:

Pro-active maintenance service & installation of new equipment
Adhere to safety, environment, quality, and housekeeping standards
Comply with all regulations and procedures
Fault finding, troubleshooting and root cause failure analysis of equipment breakdown
Perform repairs and maintenance on conveyor belts, chutes, bearings, centrifugal / vertical spindle pumps, cooling towers, hydraulic systems, closed circuit cooling systems, overhead crane and hoist / scrubber / ID fans in accordance with technical specifications, standards operating procedures and safety regulations.
Maintain plant availability and operational stability in accordance with required standards
Planned maintenance, schedules, and shutdowns
Overtime will be worked when so required
Acting in higher position when so required
Standby duties to be performed

Attendant (Plant)

In this role you will be responsible for:

The successful candidate will work shifts and report to the Plant Supervisor in line with the operation, housekeeping and maintenance of the plant.
They will be responsible to ensure that the production targets are met as well as compliance with the company`s HSEC system is essential.
The candidate should comply with management decisions, legal requirements, and company standards/policies.

Credit Risk Analyst (Oil)

Credit Risk

Melrose, Johannesburg

Based in South Africa, the successful candidate will be part of Glencore’s global Credit Risk team for the oil & gas division.

The global department provides credit risk advisory, reporting and macro-economic analysis for the oil & gas division. It requires diligent credit risk, monitoring and counterparty review analysis. This position requires the individual to deliver routine & ad hoc credit risk reporting to the credit risk team and other internal and external stakeholders. Accurate micro- and macro-economic analysis and data collection for numerous types of reports.

Responsibilities:

Conduct in-depth credit assessments of counterparties, including financial statement analysis, industry and country risk evaluation, and qualitative assessment of business model, including operations, market position and overall management strategy.
Assist in setting reviewing credit limits, in collaboration with commercial teams taking into account payment terms, and risk mitigation tools such as collateral, guarantees and or letters of credit.
Periodically and ad-hoc macro-economic and sector reporting.
Creation and distribution of Credit Risk reporting (bespoke, cross-group and cross-functional) for the Global Function to senior stakeholders.
Validating and explaining Credit Risk data generated from our various systems.
Maintaining Data Integrity across our various systems.
Assisting in the development of new and existing systems, processes and reports
Support and assist in developing credit risk evaluation tools (Credit pricing, Stress testing, …).
To communicate effectively with senior management and the credit team.
Ensure compliance with internal credit policies and external regulatory requirements.
Any other ad hoc duties that may be required from time to time.

Key relationships:

Credit team (London, NY and SG)
Senior Risk Management team
Other Risk functions

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Economics, Engineering or a related field.
Relevant Post graduate qualifications beneficial

Work experience:

Ideally 1-3 years of Credit Risk management experience but not essential
Financial Analysis experience would be beneficial
Coding skills in VBA, PowerBI, Python advantageous

Competencies:

Proficient knowledge using Microsoft Office (i.e. Access, Excel, PowerPoint)
Good working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and database functionality e.g; forms, templates and logic functions.
Strong communication skills,
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently & as part of a rapidly changing team
Multi-tasking and excellent management of time and priorities is essential
Highly numerate, with good problem-solving and analytical skills
Pro- active, committed and highly motivated
Ability to work independently
Ability to work well in a team
Need to be adaptable, flexible and entrepreneurial
Takes initiative and invest energy to, resolve queries and take action as needed
High level of attention to detail and data accuracy, ensuring analysis is focused on delivering practical business benefits, often in tight deadlines

Who we are

With over 140,000 employees and contractors and a strong footprint in over 30 countries in both established and emerging regions for natural resources, our marketing and industrial activities are supported by a global network of offices.

Glencore’s customers are principally industrial consumers, such as those in the automotive, steel, power generation, battery manufacturing and oil sectors. We also provide financing, logistics and other services to producers and consumers of commodities.
Important informationThis material does not purport to contain all of the information you may wish to consider. For further important information, including in connection with forward-looking statements and other cautionary information, refer to the Important notice section of Glencore’s 2025 Annual Report, which is available at glencore.com/publications. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from any future events, results, performance, achievements or other outcomes expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. This document does not constitute or form part of any offer or invitation to sell or issue, or any solicitation of any offer to purchase or subscribe for any securities. Other informationThe companies in which Glencore plc directly and indirectly has an interest are separate and distinct legal entities. In this document, “Glencore”, “Glencore group” and “Group” are used for convenience only where references are made to Glencore plc and its subsidiaries in general. These collective expressions are used for ease of reference only and do not imply any other relationship between the companies. Likewise, the words “we”, “us” and “our” are also used to refer collectively to members of the Group or to those who work for them. These expressions are also used where no useful purpose is served by identifying the particular company or companies.Note*: All applications will be subject to potential background checks. You will be informed if this will be the case. Further information about the processing of your personal data will be made available during the application process. We’ll seek your explicit consent prior to processing the data.

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Financial Accountant

Location: Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, South Africa

Department: Finance function

Reporting: Finance Manager

JOB PURPOSE:

The Financial Accountant will work closely with the Finance Manager to support the effective management of finance functions. This role will help ensure that all reporting requirements, ad-hoc projects, and other activities within the Finance Department’s remit are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time. The responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to, the following:

PRIMARY TASKS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review vendor costs and assign appropriate ledger, cost codes in line with company policies.
Review payables and accounting systems transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures.
Perform regular general ledger reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Process, reconcile, and confirm intercompany transactions in accordance with group policies.
Assist with preparation, review and processing of journal entries within agreed timelines.
Support the timely completion of accounting activities and reporting in line with group policies and deadlines.
Comply with company policies and promptly report control weaknesses, risks, or other concerns.
Maintain and improve accounting processes and policies to strengthen internal controls and increase efficiency.
Assist with the preparation and implementation of the annual operating plan and budget.
Support management with ad hoc projects, financial analysis, and process improvement initiatives as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualified Chartered Accountant CA(SA), with articles completed at a Big 4 audit firm.
2 years of post-qualification professional experience.
Working knowledge of IFRS.
Proficiency in SAP S4 Hana FI/CO, Analysis for Office (AfO), and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Strong attention detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues in a structured methodical manner.
Advanced proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

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General Engineering Superintendent (GES)

Provision of both technical and business process support to the Maintenance and Operations Departments
Ensure the Effective and Efficient execution of the Work Management Process
Continuously improve equipment reliability including project planning and delivery of reliability improvement projects
Conduct technical and process audits around maintenance
People Management
Ensure the effective administration of necessary system/s
Support the overall business management of the Engineering Department
Compliance with Glencore Ferro Alloys and Eastern Mines Standards and Procedures

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Glencore Coal SA Bursary Opportunity

Glencore is one of the world’s largest global diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Through a network of assets, customers and suppliers that spans the globe, we produce, process, recycle, source, market and distribute the commodities that advance everyday life. With over 140,000 employees and contractors and a strong footprint in over 30 countries in both established and emerging regions for natural resources, our marketing and industrial activities are supported by a global network of offices. Glencore’s customers are industrial consumers, such as those in the automotive, steel, power generation, battery manufacturing and oil sectors. We also provide financing, logistics and other services to producers and consumers of commodities.

Join us and let’s grow together.

We are currently accepting applications for bursary opportunities for students going into the first year of their studies as well as students already in university in the following disciplines:

Mining Engineering

To be considered, you will need to meet the following minimum requirements:

A CV with Grade 12 Certificate and latest academic transcript from the University if you are already studying at a university.
An average year mark of 60% or above for students who are already at University, doing their first or second year of study.
Preference will be given to applicants residing in the local communities where Glencore Coal Operations South Africa are located
Applicants already supported by another organisation/company will not be considered.
Selection will be in line with the future talent and Employment Equity requirements of the Company.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo assessments and interviews as part of the selection process.

The Bursary covers the following:

Tuition fees.
Meals and accommodation.
Prescribed textbooks.
Payment of any compulsory excursions or seminars, which may be required.
Travel Allowance (first and second semester)
A Personal allowance.

If you are keen to grow with us, submit a comprehensive CV together with all the required supporting documents.

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HR Services Partner

Johannesburg, South Africa

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our HR Services team in Johannesburg, South Africa. This role provides valuable exposure to international HR operations and the opportunity to develop skills that will support your career in Human Resources.

The HR Services Partner operates as part of the EMEA HR Hub, delivering high-quality and timely HR Services across multiple countries. The role operates within a global shared services framework, using standardised, documented and repeatable processes, supported by the Service Management tool (Servicely), Workday and established knowledge, checklists and workflows.

The role is responsible for delivering HR transactions and services in line with defined service catalogue, processes, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), controls and local requirements.

HR Services Delivery

Deliver HR Services across the employee lifecycle for multiple countries, following standardised global processes, documented procedures, knowledge articles, checklists and workflows.
Manage and prioritise assigned requests and transactions through Servicely, ensuring accurate and timely action, appropriate communication and resolution within agreed SLAs.
Provide a consistent and professional service to employees, managers, HR Business Partners and other stakeholders through defined HR service channels.
Apply global processes consistently while recognising and correctly applying documented local country requirements and approved exceptions.
Maintain accurate and complete records of activities, decisions and supporting documentation within the relevant systems.

Employee Lifecycle Administration

Deliver end-to-end onboarding and offboarding activities in accordance with documented processes, workflows and country requirements.
- Onboarding: work with Talent Acquisition from offer acceptance; initiate and complete the hire process in Workday; coordinate required pre-employment documentation and checks; schedule induction activities; and coordinate with IT, Office Services and other relevant teams for new-joiner requirements.
- Offboarding: process terminations in Workday within agreed timelines; coordinate required documentation and activities; ensure completion of relevant access revocation and other exit requirements.
- Intercompany transfers: coordinate the required onboarding and offboarding activities across entities, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
Initiate and complete Workday transactions for new joiners, leavers and employee lifecycle changes in accordance with documented processes and payroll processing deadlines.
Ensure all required employee documentation is collected, validated and recorded in accordance with the relevant process and country requirements.
Maintain employee digital personnel records and ensure Workday data is complete, accurate and up to date.

Contracts & Employee Documentation

Prepare employment contracts, amendments, termination agreements and other employee documentation using approved templates, workflows and knowledge resources, ensuring compliance with global standards and documented local requirements.
Escalate non-standard contractual or legal matters to the Team Leader rather than independently deviating from established processes.

Service Management, Case Resolution & Escalation

Manage employee and manager queries through the designated HR service channels, including Servicely
Monitor assigned cases through to resolution, providing clear updates and ensuring appropriate documentation of actions taken.
Identify cases that fall outside standard processes, require specialist input or present a potential compliance or employee-relations risk, and escalate through the defined escalation routes.
Contribute to the identification and resolution of recurring service issues and trends.

Data, Controls & Payroll-Critical Activity

Complete Workday transactions and employee data changes accurately and within agreed payroll processing deadlines.
Run defined monthly and quarterly Workday reports and complete required data validation, reconciliation and quality checks.
Maintain data integrity through established controls, queries, audits and reporting.
Ensure timely completion of payroll-critical HR Services activities, including collection and validation of required documentation and follow-up on outstanding actions.
Apply defined operational controls and checklists to ensure transactions are completed accurately and consistently.

Knowledge & Process Adherence

Use and maintain knowledge articles, standard operating procedures, checklists, workflows and other process documentation as the primary source of guidance for service delivery.
Follow the established global HR Services framework and identify where processes, documentation or knowledge require clarification or updating.
Support the implementation of global HR processes, policies and service standards across the EMEA region.
Keep up to date with relevant country-specific requirements and ensure that approved local variations are correctly reflected in service delivery and knowledge content.

Continuous Improvement

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including process simplification, standardisation, automation and improved use of Workday and Servicely.
Support the testing, implementation and embedding of changes to HR Services processes, workflows, knowledge and systems.
Provide feedback to the HR Services Team Leader on process gaps, recurring issues, control weaknesses and opportunities to improve service delivery.

Shared Services Mindset

Operate with a service-centre mindset, balancing employee experience with consistency, efficiency, controls and compliance.
Take ownership of assigned services and transactions through to completion rather than relying on informal or individualised ways of working.
Work collaboratively across the EMEA HR Services team, sharing knowledge and supporting consistent service delivery rather than operating as a standalone country administrator.

Key Relationships:

HR Business Partners
Talent Acquisition Specialists
Payroll Operations Partners
Workday Specialists
Regional Leads, where applicable

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

5+ years’ experience in a Shared Services Centre (SSC), Global Business Services (GBS) or regional support hub.
Proven experience supporting multiple countries, regions, or business units within a service delivery environment.
Demonstrated experience working to service level agreements (SLAs), managing case resolution, maintaining service quality, and meeting operational performance targets.
Experience maintaining knowledge articles and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience operating within a high-volume, transaction-based environment with a strong customer service focus.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience with ticketing and case management platforms such as ServiceNow or equivalent solutions.
Experience using HR information systems (HRIS) such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, SAP HCM, or similar enterprise platforms.

Who we are

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Metallurgist

The incumbent in this role is responsible for ensuring the continuous planning, profitability and safe achievement of pre-planned metallurgical and production targets and deliverables; through R&D projects, process control and optimisation, troubleshooting, production monitoring and process auditing.

Key Responsibilities

Conducting efficiency tests.
Ensuring optimisation of processing equipment.
Ensuring correct quality products as per requirements.
Conducting regular plant audits.
Managing projects from concept to execution.
Identifying and implementing best practice initiatives.
Developing and implementing of Process Monitoring systems.
Providing metallurgical support in terms of quality control and yield optimisation.

Minimum Qualifications:

Tertiary qualification in Metallurgical Engineering or Extractive Metallurgy.
Advance Lump Ore Beneficiation Certificate.

Minimum Experience:

3 Years’ experience in a Coal Processing Environment at C-Upper level or having completed or completed the Graduate Development Program.
MS Office proficiency.

Operator (Drill Rig)

In this role you will be responsible for:

Reporting to the Mining Team Leader and mainly responsible for drilling of panels as per mine procedure and on direction to the planned depth
Compliance with management decisions, legal requirements, and company
Adhering to sustainable development standards
Ensuring the machine assigned to, is maintained and kept in good working conditions and report any defects/damages to the TMM Department
Always following trackless mobile machine procedure
Ensuring task is done within specified time to enhance set production targets and maintain good housekeeping

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Payroll Operations Partner

Payroll Operations Partner

Human Resources Department

Melrose, Johannesburg, South Africa

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Payroll Operations Partner to be part of a Global HR and Payroll Services team in Johannesburg, South Africa. The HR Hub will support the HR and payroll administration for multiple Glencore offices globally. We are making a huge change to the enhance the way we deliver HR and Payroll Services to our network of global marketing and corporate offices. These offices vary in size and host employees in their front, middle and back-office roles in the marketing and corporate functions at Glencore.

The HR Hub is based on a shared services model and provides a portfolio of services including Payroll Operations, and HR Services. The Payroll Operations Parter will work regionally delivering the payroll operations to a cluster of locations.

Primary Task & Key Responsibilities:

Own the end-to-end payroll process for countries in scope, acting as the accountable partner for payroll governance, compliance, operational controls, risk management, and the successful delivery of each payroll cycle.

· Within the global payroll operating model, responsible for multiple payrolls operationally, which includes:

· Ensuring that all relevant payroll related input is loaded to the outsourced service provider’s portal

· Monitoring integration performance (payroll data from Workday to payroll services provider)

· Adherence to the payroll processing calendar, e.g. ensuring input deadlines met

· Validating payroll output, i.e. processing output from payroll services provider

· Responding to queries on payroll input

· Checking and approving final payroll outputs,

· End of pay cycle requirements, including:

o Posting journals to SAP

o Ensuring pay slips are successfully integrated to Workday

o Forecasting funding requirements and responding to Accounting / Finance queries

o Monthly reports, quarterly and annual reports, as required

· Payroll regulatory oversight, with guidance from Regional Leads and Payroll Lead and payroll services provider

· Benefits regulatory oversight and implementation of mandatory occupational benefits, where applicable for country

· Benefit enrolment and management, in so far as is relevant for accurate payroll processing,

· Managing deductions and payments to various third parties, where applicable

· Participating in Workday enhancement for the employee experience and for payroll operational efficiency

· Maintaining local Standard Operating Procedures for countries in scope (adopting and championing Global Operating Model)

· Payroll audits – responding to auditors’ requests for data

· Responding to payroll enquiries from employees and stakeholders in a timely manner

Key Relationships:

· Payroll Service provider

· Third parties, e.g. benefits providers

· Managers and Leads

· Employees

Qualifications:

· Relevant certifications or tertiary qualifications

· A tertiary degree is seen as beneficial

· Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite, for example MS Excel, etc.

Work Experience & Skill Requirements:

· Knowledge of Workday compensation and benefits

· Experience of working with an outsourced payroll vendor is essential

· Experience of working with different international payrolls is beneficial

· Experience of monitoring the completion of payroll integrations

· Advanced proficiency in both written and spoken English.

· High skill level in analyzing payroll and other numerical data

· Exceptional attention to detail, and ability to process / check payroll calculations

· Ability to manage complex, ad-hoc solutions based on business need with a ‘fix-it’ mentality

· Has meticulous attention to detail, with a keen sense of ownership and accountability

· Experience of working within a fast-paced, corporate environment required

· Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills

· Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact well with team colleagues and stakeholders at all levels

· Is comfortable working independently, cross-functional, across geographies in a dynamic environment

· Has ability to self-manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

· Is committed to delivering exceptional service

· Ability to communicate in other languages such as French or German is an added advantage.

Who we are

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Product Risk Analyst

Location: Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, South Africa

Department: Risk Marketing

JOB PURPOSE:

We are looking for a responsible, motivated and eager candidate with a keen interest in commodity risk management to become part of the Metals Product Risk team in our Melrose office. The ideal candidate will be actively involved in team collaboration within the SA and Switzerland teams and will be motivated to advance their knowledge and skills in risk management and P&L position reporting.

PRIMARY TASKS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Generate accurate and timely daily Profit and Loss (P&L) reports.
- This includes interpreting and providing detailed P&L attribution and commentary to explain key drivers and variances, providing insight to traders and management
Produce daily position reports with breakdowns by strategy, region, and instrument.
- Deliver clear analysis and commentary on the key drivers of variances
Collaborate with numerous teams across the division to ensure streamlined reporting and a collaborative environment. Eg:
- Product Risk in Switzerland to ensure daily reporting is accurate.
- Accounting team to reconcile month-end P&L.
- Traffic to ensure any misalignments are resolved in a timely manner.
Preform any adhoc tasks assigned to you from time to time.

Commodity Trading & Risk Management System Oversight (CTRM)

Collaborate with relevant functions to maintain data quality and integrity within the CTRM platform.
Make use of CTRM platform daily to verify and analyse contract terms, market prices, futures and option valuations, P/Ls etc.
Issue resolution: Act as a key contact for troubleshooting system issues, coordinating with relevant teams to resolve data and functional inconsistencies promptly. Liaise with IT and front office to support system enhancements, conduct UAT (User Acceptance Testing), and implement improvements to streamline workflows.

Project & Strategic Initiative Support

Contribute to the automation and standardization of daily reporting processes.
Cross-Desk Support: Participate in cross-training initiatives to build understanding across multiple metal trading desks.
Assist in the execution of ad-hoc strategic projects and business initiatives, such as new commodity onboarding, regulatory compliance reviews, or risk framework enhancements.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Baar Risk Managers
Senior Risk Management team
Traders

QUALIFICATIONS:

A relevant Bachelor’s degree.
Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor’s or Honour’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Economics.
A professional certification such as the CFA or FRM will be viewed favorably.

WORK EXPERIENCE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

3 – 5 years of product risk/risk management/middle office/trade support/accounting experience in a commodity trading or financial institution.
Working knowledge of multi asset trading systems and ERP integration.
Advanced knowledge of MS Office tools, especially Excel.
Advanced English language ability, both written and spoken.

COMPETENCIES:

Keen interest in commodity risk management, process automation, internal control, efficiency and improvement.
Skilled at managing changing responsibilities, with an organized approach and a constructive mindset.
Clear and impactful communication skills, both oral and written, that connect team members and different audiences alike.
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills. Take initiative in resolving issues in a structured methodical manner.
Ability to work independently as well as work well in a team environment.
Have a deep sense of responsibility and ownership, required in a fast-moving environment. Excellent management of time and priorities are essential.
High level of attention to detail and data accuracy, ensuring analysis is focused on delivering practical business benefits, often in tight deadlines, is critical.

Who we are

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Project Study Manager – Processing (2 Year Fixed Term Contract)

Location: Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, South Africa

Reporting: Africa Regional Head of Projects

Function: Glencore Copper Assets

JOB PURPOSE:

The Project Study Manager – Processing is accountable for leading and managing multidisciplinary processing studies from concept through feasibility. The role is responsible for developing technically robust, operationally practical, and value-driven processing solutions that support business objectives, operational improvement, asset optimization, and long-term sustainability.

The incumbent will coordinate internal and external stakeholders, manage study risks and opportunities, oversee technical workstreams, and ensure studies are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal

Operations Managers
Processing Managers
Technical Services Teams
HSEC Teams
Project Controls
Asset Leadership Teams
Engineering Functions

External

Engineering Consultants
Technical Specialists
Equipment Suppliers and OEMs
Laboratories and Test Work Providers
Contractors and Service Providers
Industry and Technical Advisors

PRIMARY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Study Leadership and Delivery

Lead multidisciplinary processing studies through concept, scoping, pre-feasibility, and feasibility phases.
Define study scope, objectives, deliverables, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
Develop and maintain integrated study execution plans.
Manage study performance against agreed scope, schedule, cost, quality, and business objectives.
Coordinate technical inputs and deliverables from internal teams and external consultants.
Ensure study outputs are complete, accurate, integrated, and fit for purpose.
Facilitate effective decision-making through the evaluation of technical alternatives and trade-offs.
Identify and resolve technical and project-related issues that may impact study outcomes.

Technical Oversight

Provide leadership and direction across metallurgical, processing, engineering, infrastructure, environmental, and operational workstreams.
Oversee metallurgical test work programmes and process development initiatives.
Review process design criteria, mass balances, flowsheets, and technical recommendations.
Ensure technical solutions are aligned with operational realities and business requirements.
Challenge assumptions and ensure technical rigor throughout the study lifecycle.
Support development of implementation strategies and operational readiness considerations where applicable.
Ensure studies incorporate safety, operability, maintainability, and sustainability principles.

Study Governance and Technical Assurance

Coordinate Independent Technical Reviews, Peer Reviews, and specialist assurance activities.
Ensure studies comply with company standards, technical requirements, regulatory obligations, and industry best practice.
Maintain control of assumptions, scope, schedule, risks, opportunities, and key decision points.
Ensure study documentation is accurate, controlled, and auditable.
Prepare executive summaries, technical recommendations, and management reports.
Track and close out technical review findings and assurance actions.
Ensure consistency, quality, and integrity of study deliverables.

Stakeholder Management

Build and maintain strong working relationships with operational, technical, and business stakeholders.
Coordinate engagement with consultants, contractors, suppliers, and subject matter experts.
Facilitate multidisciplinary workshops and technical review sessions.
Communicate study progress, risks, opportunities, and recommendations to leadership teams.
Ensure alignment between study objectives and business priorities.

Risk and Opportunity Management

Lead the identification, evaluation, and management of study risks and opportunities.
Facilitate structured risk assessments and mitigation planning.
Ensure uncertainties, constraints, and assumptions are clearly documented and communicated.
Maintain risk and opportunity registers throughout the study lifecycle.
Drive proactive management of issues that may affect study outcomes.

Health, Safety, Environment and Community

Promote and demonstrate visible safety leadership.
Ensure health, safety, environmental, and community considerations are integrated into all study activities.
Support compliance with applicable legislation, standards, and company requirements.
Promote sustainable and responsible development practices within study outcomes.

Reporting and Documentation

Prepare monthly and milestone-based study progress reports.
Provide clear recommendations supported by technical and commercial analysis.
Maintain accurate records of decisions, assumptions, actions, risks, and study deliverables.
Ensure all study documentation is managed in accordance with company document control requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mineral Processing, Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Professional registration with a recognised engineering body will be advantageous.
Postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Mineral Processing, or Business Management will be advantageous.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 15 years’ experience within the mining, minerals processing, metallurgical, or related heavy industry sectors.
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary studies from concept through feasibility.
Strong knowledge of mineral processing and metallurgical operations.
Experience managing consultants, contractors, and specialist technical service providers.
Proven track record in study management, technical leadership, and project coordination.
Experience in brownfield and greenfield processing studies.
Strong understanding of technical assurance, study governance, risk management, and quality management processes.
Experience developing practical processing solutions that deliver operational value.
Strong commercial awareness and ability to evaluate technical and operational alternatives.
High level of integrity and professionalism.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
Collaborative and solution-oriented approach.
Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity.
Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Technical Competencies

Study management and delivery.
Mineral processing and metallurgy.
Process engineering and optimisation.
Technical assurance and quality management.
Risk and opportunity management.
Cost estimating and scheduling principles.
Problem-solving and decision analysis.
Technical reporting and presentation.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

Fluent in English (Essential)
French language capability highly desirable due to operational requirements within the DRC region.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness to undertake regular travel within Africa, including operational sites in the DRC.
Ability to operate effectively in dynamic and complex operational environments.
Strong alignment with Glencore values, governance standards, and delivery culture.

Please apply on the Careers Portal: Applications Close:

https://www.glencore.com/careers/career-opportunities 01 November 2026

This vacancy will be filled in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Glencore. By applying for this position, you consent to Glencore collecting, storing, using, destroying, and processing in any other manner personal information for purposes of attending to this advertisement, and/ or all matters relating thereto, including the disclosure to third parties of such personal information for purposes of confirming such personal information. In the event you do not hear from the Company within 21 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application to have been unsuccessful. The CVs of unsuccessful candidates will not be returned.

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Study Manager Mining – 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

Study Manager Mining – 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

Location: Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, South Africa

Reporting: Africa Regional Head of Projects

Function: Glencore Copper Assets – Project & Study Management

JOB PURPOSE:

The Study Manager – Mining is accountable for leading and delivering mining studies, including Concept, Scoping, Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility studies, aligned with asset Life-of-Mine (LoM) plans and responsible for developing technically robust, commercially sound and operationally practical solutions that support asset strategies, operational performance and long-term business objectives.

The incumbent leads multidisciplinary owner’s teams, consultants and stakeholders to deliver integrated mining and mine development studies, coordinating geology, resource development, geotechnical, hydrogeological, processing, infrastructure, water, energy, logistics and closure inputs while ensuring technical excellence, value optimisation, risk management and implementation readiness.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal

Africa Regional Head of Projects
Asset General Managers and Operations Leadership
Regional PMO & Project Controls
Mining Technical Services
Geology & Resource Teams
Processing Technical Services
Engineering & Infrastructure Teams
HSEC Teams
Commercial & Planning Functions
Finance, Project Valuation, Legal and Supply Chain Functions

External

EPCM Consultants
Engineering Consultants
Technical Specialists
Independent Reviewers
Technical Advisors
Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)
Contractors & Service Providers

PRIMARY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Study Development

Lead strategic studies from Concept through Feasibility stages.
Develop integrated study strategies aligned with business objectives and Life-of-Mine plans.
Drive value engineering, optimisation and innovation initiatives.
Lead trade-off assessments and option selection studies.
Ensure practical, implementable and value-driven study outcomes.
Support implementation planning and project development strategies.

Mining Technical Oversight

Lead evaluation of mining methods, mine designs, pit optimisation, underground development options and production schedules, as applicable to the study scope.
Challenge assumptions for cut-off grades, dilution, mining recovery, productivity, ore availability and mining costs.
Integrate resource models, geotechnical, hydrogeological and geometallurgical inputs with mine design and scheduling, working with the responsible technical specialists.
Evaluate fleet selection, mine access, dewatering, waste handling and supporting infrastructure, including owner versus contractor mining options.
Align mining outputs and ore delivery schedules with processing capacity and asset LoM plans. Resource and reserve estimation and sign-off remain with the designated competent technical professionals.

Study Delivery & Integration

Lead multidisciplinary study teams and specialist consultants.
Define and manage study scope, deliverables, budgets, schedules and resource requirements through an integrated study execution plan.
Control study expenditure, forecasts and changes, maintaining clear accountability for delivery against approved scope, cost, schedule and quality.
Coordinate mining, geology, metallurgy, processing, infrastructure, water, energy, logistics, and closure inputs.
Manage technical interfaces across study disciplines and stakeholders.
Ensure study deliverables are integrated, accurate and fit for purpose.
Drive preparation of integrated study reports, capital and operating cost estimates, schedules, risk assessments and supporting technical documentation appropriate to the study stage.

Technical Assurance & Quality Management

Ensure compliance with company technical and project management standards, Delegation of Authority (DoA), stage gate requirements and industry best practice.
Coordinate Independent Peer Reviews (IPR), technical reviews, due diligence reviews and independent assurance activities appropriate to the study scope.
Review technical assumptions, methodologies and recommendations.
Track and close out technical review findings.
Promote continuous improvement in study quality and delivery processes.

Commercial Evaluation and Investment Approvals

Lead development and review of mining capital and operating cost estimates, economic trade-offs and sensitivities in conjunction with Finance and technical specialists.
Prepare business cases, executive summaries and investment approval packs for regional, Copper and Group approval pathways, as applicable.
Maintain auditable records of study assumptions, option selection, key decisions and assurance close-out actions.

Operational Integration & Implementation Readiness

Align study outcomes with operational requirements and business objectives.
Develop implementation strategies and support operational readiness planning, including mine development sequencing, contracting options and transition from study to execution.
Assess maintenance, workforce, infrastructure and support service requirements.
Identify implementation risks and opportunities early in the study lifecycle.

Risk & Opportunity Management

Lead risk identification, assessment and mitigation activities.
Facilitate multidisciplinary risk workshops.
Maintain risk and opportunity registers throughout the study lifecycle.
Promote proactive risk management and risk-based decision-making.

Stakeholder & Consultant Management

Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and service providers.
Coordinate EPCM consultants, OEMs and specialist advisors.
Manage consultant scopes, performance, study deliverables and contract changes in conjunction with Commercial and Supply Chain.
Report monthly to the Regional PMO and leadership on study progress against scope, cost and schedule, including recommendations, risks, opportunities and decisions required.

Leadership & Capability Development

Lead, mentor and develop project and study team members.
Support succession planning and capability development initiatives.
Promote collaboration, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
Foster a culture of accountability, technical excellence and delivery.

HSEC & Sustainability

Provide visible HSEC leadership.
Ensure safety, environmental, community, permitting and sustainability considerations are incorporated early into studies.
Promote responsible mining and sustainable development principles.
Support compliance with applicable regulatory and company requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or a related technical discipline supported by substantial mining study experience (Essential)
Postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Mining, Project Management or Business Management (Preferred)
Professional registration with a recognised professional body (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 15 years’ experience in mining and mine development, including substantial experience in study leadership.
Proven experience leading multidisciplinary mining studies through Concept, Scoping, Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility stages, including delivery of integrated PFS and FS outcomes.
Demonstrated experience in open pit and/or underground mining studies, with the ability to integrate geology, geotechnical, hydrogeological, processing, infrastructure and closure inputs.
Experience leading owner’s teams and managing EPCM consultants, OEMs and technical advisors.
Demonstrated ability to manage study budgets and schedules, evaluate mining economics and develop practical execution strategies.
Experience in greenfield, brownfield, optimisation and sustaining operations studies.
Strong understanding of study management, project controls, technical assurance, investment approval processes and risk management practices.
Experience operating within multicultural and geographically dispersed mining environments.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

Fluent in English (Essential)
French language capability highly desirable due to operational requirements within the DRC region.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness to undertake regular travel within Africa, including operational sites in the DRC.
Ability to operate effectively in dynamic and complex operational environments.
Strong alignment with Glencore values, governance standards, and delivery culture.

Please apply on the Careers Portal: Applications Close:

https://www.glencore.com/careers/career-opportunities 06 November 2026

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Study Manager – Tailings (2 Year Fixed Term Contract)

Study Manager – Tailings (2 Year Fixed Term Contract)

Location: Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, South Africa

Reporting: Africa Regional Head of Projects

Function: Glencore Copper Assets

The Study Manager is accountable to the Africa Regional Head of Projects for the leadership, governance, and delivery of complex strategic studies across the project lifecycle, including Concept Studies, Scoping Studies, Pre-Feasibility Studies (PFS), Feasibility Studies (FS), and selective early execution readiness activities.

The role is responsible for developing technically robust, commercially optimised, and execution-ready project solutions aligned to the Life of Asset (LoA) strategy, Copper growth objectives, and Glencore governance standards.

The Study Manager leads multidisciplinary owner’s teams, EPCM consultants, OEMs, specialist consultants, and site stakeholders to deliver integrated study outcomes covering technical scope, project valuation, schedule, execution strategy, operational readiness, infrastructure integration, HSEC, permitting, tailings and water management, contracting strategy, and capital cost development.

This role acts as the single point accountability for study delivery and is responsible for ensuring all study deliverables meet the required quality, governance, and assurance standards, including compliance with the Glencore Project Management Standard, Delegation of Authority (DoA), stage-gate requirements, Independent Peer Reviews (IPR), Independent Technical Reviews (ITR/ITRB), and investment approval processes.

The Study Manager is also expected to provide strategic leadership on project development philosophy, value optimisation, brownfield integration, operational interfaces, execution planning, and long-lead readiness to support successful transition from study into execution.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal

Regional & Asset Leadership
Africa Regional Head of Projects
Asset General Managers and Operations Leadership
Regional PMO & Project Controls
Asset Technical Services Teams
HSEC, Legal, Commercial and Supply Chain functions
Finance and Project Valuation Teams
Copper Department stakeholders and Investment Committees

External

Delivery & Technical Partners
EPCM Consultants
OEMs and Technology Providers
Contractors and Specialist Consultants
Independent Reviewers and Technical Advisors
Governance & Stakeholder Engagement

PRIMARY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Project Development

Lead the development and delivery of strategic studies from Concept through Feasibility stages.
Develop integrated study strategies aligned with asset LoA planning, regional growth objectives, and Copper portfolio priorities.
Translate business drivers into technically robust and commercially optimised project solutions.
Challenge conventional approaches and drive value engineering, optimisation, innovation, and capital efficiency initiatives.
Ensure alignment between study outcomes, operational requirements, infrastructure constraints, and future execution strategy.
Drive early definition of execution philosophy including EPCM/EPC packaging strategy, owner’s team model, brownfield integration philosophy, contracting strategy, and operational readiness requirements.

Governance & Investment Assurance

Lead projects through regional and Copper governance processes including GCA InvestCo, Copper InvestCo, and Group approval pathways.
Ensure compliance with Glencore governance standards, Delegation of Authority (DoA), and Group Project Management Standards.
Coordinate and manage Independent Peer Reviews (IPR), Independent Technical Reviews (ITR/ITRB), and assurance close-out actions.
Prepare and present high-quality investment memorandums, executive summaries, and stage-gate approval packs.
Maintain transparency and governance discipline across project scope, risks, cost estimates, schedule assumptions, and change management.
Ensure project controls, documentation, and decision records are maintained as the single source of truth.

Study Delivery & Integration

Lead multidisciplinary study teams to deliver integrated technical outcomes
Ensure appropriate integration between study workstreams, site operations, and regional stakeholders.
Manage technical interfaces between owners teams, consultants, contractors, OEMs, and operational personnel.
Drive delivery of study reports, forward work plans, execution strategies, risk assessments, capital estimates, and schedules to the required class accuracy.
Ensure all deliverables are fit-for-purpose and aligned to execution and operational requirements.

Commercial & Project Controls Leadership

Maintain strong commercial focus to maximise project value, capital efficiency, and delivery certainty.
Lead development and review of project valuation models, economic trade-offs, and execution scenarios.
Monitor and control project scope, cost, schedule, productivity, and risk performance.
Drive schedule discipline and proactive mitigation planning to maintain strategic milestones and approval dates.
Ensure rigorous management of contractor performance, variations, claims, and commercial interfaces.
Support development of robust Class 3 and Class 2 capital estimates, escalation strategies, contingency philosophies, and execution cost models.

Leadership & Capability Development

Lead, mentor, and develop Study Managers, discipline leads, project engineers, and broader study teams.
Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, governance, and delivery excellence.
Support succession planning and capability development within the Africa Projects function.
Promote knowledge sharing and lessons learned across studies and operating assets.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across study methodologies, systems, reporting, and governance processes.

HSEC, Risk & Compliance

Provide visible leadership in Health, Safety, Environment, and Community (HSEC).
Ensure studies are developed in accordance with Glencore HSEC standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
Anticipate and manage strategic, technical, operational, commercial, and delivery risks.
Ensure environmental, permitting, social, and closure considerations are integrated early into study development.
Promote strong risk management culture and disciplined decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline (Essential)
Postgraduate qualification in Project Management, Engineering Management, or Business Management (Preferred)
Professional Project Management qualification such as PMP or equivalent (Preferred)
Professional Engineering registration or equivalent industry accreditation (Advantageous)

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 10–15 years’ experience in mining, minerals processing, or heavy industrial project development.
Proven experience leading large multidisciplinary studies through PFS and FS stages within an owner’s team environment.
Demonstrated experience in brownfield and/or greenfield capital project development.
Strong understanding of mining project governance, stage-gate processes, and investment approval frameworks.
Proven capability in managing EPCM consultants, contractors, OEMs, and multidisciplinary technical teams.
Experience in project execution strategy development, operational readiness, and major shutdown integration.
Strong commercial acumen with experience in project valuation, capital estimation, and execution trade-off analysis.
Experience operating within complex stakeholder and multicultural environments across Africa or other international jurisdictions.
Demonstrated leadership capability with strong communication, influencing, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
Experience in copper, cobalt, hydrometallurgical, concentrator, tailings, or major infrastructure projects is highly desirable.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

Fluent in English (Essential)
French language capability highly desirable due to operational requirements within the DRC region.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness to undertake regular travel within Africa, including operational sites in the DRC.
Ability to operate effectively in dynamic and complex operational environments.
Strong alignment with Glencore values, governance standards, and delivery culture.

Please apply on the Careers Portal: Applications Close:

https://www.glencore.com/careers/career-opportunities 31 October 2026

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SUPERVISOR (MINE) SHIFT – FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Our operations compromise of around 150 mining, metallurgical and oil production assets. Our purpose is to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life. Employing 135,000 people globally, people are at the heart of our business, and we aim to attract employees who strive to be leaders in their field.

In this role you will be responsible for:
– The incumbent will report to the Mine Overseer and will be responsible for production targets
– Compliance with the company’s HSEC system is essential
– Supporting the achievement of production performance
– Ensuring implementation of management decision, legal requirements
– Responsible for his/her own safety and the safety of his/her crew
– Compliance of mine standards and procedures

About you:
– Grade 12
– Blasting certificate for scheduled mines
– Shift Supervisor Certificate of competence will be advantageous
– At least 3 (three) years’ experience as a Miner
– At least 5 (five) years’ experience in a board and pillar, trackless mining environment
– Accurate and timeous completion of tasks (Results Driven)
– Operational Problem Solving and decision making
– Good communication skills

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Supervisor (Plant) PGM

In this role you will be responsible for:

The incumbent will report to the Metallurgy Coordinator and will be responsible for shift production.
Optimising, overseeing and continually improving the operation of the plant
Identifying training requirements fir the plant personnel, Organising, and controlling all activities of subordinates, and to provide strong leadership w.r.t legal responsibility of the plant
Providing quality product meeting customer expectations
Applicable 2.9.2 legal appointment
Ensuring implementation of management decisions, legal requirements, and the company standards/policies
Always ensuring good housekeeping

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