Fraser Alexander Vacancies

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Maintenance Planner (Benoni)

 2024/10/24

Reference Number

FA-971

Description

PURPOSE

This position exists to improve work force productivity and work quality by anticipating and eliminating potential delays through planning and coordination of labour, parts and material, and equipment access.

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance

• Maintain and update the preventive maintenance program, its master schedule, and master data
• Organize resources for maintenance activities in coordination with the operational departments
• Prepare work packages for every planned maintenance activity, inclusive of repetitive maintenance
• Supervise the procurement process of required material to assist in maintenance activities
• Plan and schedule activities related to equipment maintenance to enhance equipment and plant availability and utilization
• Manage and maintain critical spares and external repairs on spare parts and equipment
• Execute modification in maintenance records and key equipment with significant spares during setting apt reorder levels along with quantities
• Provide technical assistance for supporting entire on-site maintenance activities

Planning

• Plan major equipment overhauls
• Manage the planning and scheduling of week -1 and week -2 work
• Monitor and report on week 0 and week 1 work executed
• Ensure compliance with Asset Management standards and procedures
• Incorporate safety controls and measures into planning and scheduling work

Operations

• Perform planned plant inspections
• Manage and implement preventative maintenance plans
• Supervise and monitor planned maintenance activities
• Perform job safety analysis and planned task observations

Costing

• Assist in compiling and controlling annual maintenance budgets
• Manage and control equipment life cycle components (LCC)
• Assist with cost management through best pricing and value as well as component contract management

Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Standards

• Obtain drawings, manuals and other documents to ensure alignment of maintenance activities to OEM specifications
• Review and update task lists to align with OEM standards and industry best practice

Coordination

• Coordinate to rebuild spare equipment through external suppliers to best practice standards
• Coordinate and participate in SHEQ processes
• Plan and schedule maintenance activities and planned shutdowns
• Coordinate weekly planning and schedule meetings

QUALIFICATIONS

• Trade Certificate:  Mechanical / Electrical Engineering (red seal)
• Planned maintenance / asset maintenance management course

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of three years experience in industry after qualifying
• A minimum of three years supervisory and planning experience
• Experience in maintenance planning of fixed or mobile plants
• EAM system experience
• Proficiency in SAP, OnKey or other Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) will be advantageous

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Strong negotiation
• People management and motivational
• Mentoring and coaching
• Good quality control
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Strong problem-solving
• Analytical

Closing Date:  31 October 2024

Site Administrator (Mpumalanga)

Reference Number

SI010081

Description

PURPOSE

This role is responsible for the administration of financial and payroll activities at site level. Primary source of data input for HRM and Financial systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting

Daily site costing and forecasting on site level, including recording of daily hours on internal and external plant for daily costing and invoicing purposes by suppliers.

Governance

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation (Value Added Tax Act etc.) including FA policies and procedures.

Ensure payroll inputs are in accordance with FA policy.

Budget & Forecast

Process inputs of site level budgets and forecasts into the ERP system Assist with the monthly rolling forecast calculations.

Operational Responsibilities

Perform other site and administrational duties as required.

Shared Services Responsibilities

Analyzing, drill down and identifying the variance amongst the budget, forecast and actuals.

Generating purchase requests and subsequent receipt of goods on site in accordance with orders placed.

Assist in good management of company assets on a site level.

Ensure employee take on and exit are carried out in line with FA policy.

Site stores and consumables management and recording of transactions relating to issues, receiving and stock take.

Payroll data input, ensuring the completeness and accuracy of payroll and wages inputs and cost allocations.

Ensuring site budget is adhered to

Inventory management.

Capturing of costs and revenue drivers onto the relevant system daily.

Escalating site level accruals to the Assistant Financial Controller

Escalation of HR and Finance queries to Shared Services

Assistance with bookings and administration relating to training.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Grade 12 with Accountancy and or Mathematics

Computer literacy in Microsoft suite

EXPERIENCE

1 year experience in administrative role or similar

Experience in ERP system would be advantageous.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES

Self-management skills

Good communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Senior Data Scientist (Gauteng)

Reference Number

SE420001

Description

Position exists to enable the Data Analytics & insights team to support Business Improvement Initiatives through driving operational efficiencies by providing data driven decision-making tools. It will ensure data accuracy and consistent reporting by designing and creating optimal processes and procedures for employees to follow. They will use advanced data modelling, predictive modelling and analytical techniques to interpret key findings from company data and leverage these insights into initiatives that will support business outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Management

• Understands the technology roadmap that the company is embarking on.

• Work across Fraser Alexander’s divisional team to define metrics, guidelines, and strategies for effective use of algorithms and data.
• Work across Fraser Alexander’s divisional team to identify, design, and build appropriate datasets for complex experiments.
• Create data mining and analytics architectures, coding standards, statistical reporting, and data analysis methodologies.
• Establish links across existing data sources and find new, interesting mash-ups.
• Coordinate data resource requirements between BI analytics team and engineering teams.
• Work with product managers, engineers, and analytics team members to translate prototypes into production.

Acquisition & Development

• Conduct research and make recommendations on data infrastructure, database technologies, analytics tools, services, protocols, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.
• Drive the collection of new data and the refinement of existing data sources.

Operational Performance

• Clarifying & setting business expectations on software and report development.
• Researching, designing, implementing, and managing software programs to be used by sites for operational performance.
• Develop tools and libraries that will help analytics team members more efficiently interface with huge amounts of data.
• Analyse large, noisy datasets and identify meaningful patterns that provide actionable results.
• Create informative visualisations that intuitively display large amounts of data and/or complex relationships.
• Provide and apply quality assurance best practices for data science services across the organisation.

Reporting

• Development of reports as needed by business on approved business intelligence toolsets.
• Design and delivery of reports and insights that analyse business functions and key operations and performance metrics.
• Build, develop and maintain data models, reporting systems, data automation systems, dashboards and performance metrics that support key business decisions.
• Working closely with other analysts and reporting functions across the business.

Data Analytics

• Writing and implementing efficient code according to standards.
• Identifying areas for modification in existing programs and subsequently developing these modifications.
• Identify solutions to mitigate business and safety risks.
• Collect and summarise the specific risks within working area and implement plans/system to avoid these risks.

Technology

• Bring about change management & infrastructure in Technology & Data analytics.
• Data Analytics solutions to business – Machine Learning etc.
• Deploying software tools, processes and metrics.
• Assist in technology adoption and operational readiness.
• Working with and creating databases and dashboards using all relevant data to inform decisions.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent Degree in computer science, applied mathematics, statistics, machine learning, or other data centric disciplines.
• Relevant internships or up to 3 years of relevant industry work experience providing advanced analytics solutions.

EXPERIENCE

• Extensive experience solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches.
• A high level of experience in programming and scripting 2 – 4 years of experience.
• Familiarity with data modelling tools such as SQL SSAS, Power Query.
• Expert knowledge of statistical analysis tools such as R, MATLAB, SAS.
• Expert knowledge of BI tools such as SAP, SSRS, QlikView, Tableau & Power BI, SSRS.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Good communication, conflict handling and interpersonal skills.
• Good quality control skills.
• Computer skills (MS Office).
• Advantageous skills in Python and Power BI.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Project Management skills.
• Abreast of best practices and new technologies.

Closing Date: 29 October 2024

General Worker (North West)

Reference Number

FA-967

Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with team leader / supervisor to achieve planned operational targets.
• Perform inspections on designated area of responsibility every day.
• Planning and managing of tailings material on site and at depositing areas.
• Assist with the problems solving on operational challenges and report any deviations to the immediate supervisor.
• Adhering to discipline procedures in accordance with the Company’s Policies and Procedures.
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations as per all safety legislation and company procedures.
• Extension and connecting of pipelines.
• Opening and closing of valves in line with operational lines.
• Take responsibility for your performance.
• Ensure good housekeeping at all times.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 or Equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

• 0 – 2 years relevant experience in an earth moving or familiar environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• Tailings Dam Operation background / experience in the mining or related industry for at least 2 years will be advantageous.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Good communication (verbal and written).
• Good planning and organizing.
• Teamwork and observant.
• Innovation and Actioned-orientated.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to understand the relevant standard operational  procedures.
• Medically fit to work in a mining environment.
• Must pass the mine’s criminal screening process.
• May be required to work overtime from time to time.

Project Engineer: Processing (Gauteng)

Reference Number

FA-958

Description

This position exists to investigate and identify new and existing mineral processing and extractive metallurgy (hydrometallurgical) technologies to implement these into unique flowsheet combinations on projects that will transform mine waste into triple bottom line value thus, providing new metallurgical solutions (NMS) globally.

RESPONSIBILITIES

 Project Management

• Oversee and conduct a lead role in planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing of assigned projects in accordance with SPO project frameworks.
• Ensuring management of the entire project scope, project team, resources, budgets, and the success of the project.
• Coordinate and manage external consultants, suppliers and developers in execution of projects.

 Innovative Processing Solutions

• Industry trends, initiatives and opportunity awareness.
• Existing contract / project support – technology and operational improvements to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.
• Assist with new processing technology identification, review and implementation.
• New project support – implement new processing solutions to diversify our mineral processing service offering.
• Assist in developing and implementing operational readiness plans.
• Develop flowsheets and operational costing models for Mineral Recovery and Filtered Tailings systems.
• Consultant liaison to understand needs and opportunities in the market.

Risk Identification and Management

• Identify the risks associated with Next Generation Solutions and develop solutions to engineer out these risks or to mitigate these.
• Turning challenges and risks into strengths that provide a unique selling opportunity for the Next Generation Solutions.
• Identify the controls and mitigations by which these risks are managed within the business and provide a full evaluation of the control environment.

 Solution Reporting

• Develop and implement business model and business plans for Next Generation Solution initiatives.
• Deliver detailed progress reports on appointed projects.
• Communicate and provide project specific information to relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to Next Generation Processing Solution awareness in the business.
• Contribute to marketing initiatives relating to Next Generation Processing Projects.

Continuous improvement

• Identify, create and implement new and improved processing solutions.
• Ongoing liaison with the technical and operational teams to implement new work practices.
• Enhance SHEQ and apply the organisation’s ESG principles.
• Continuous review and improvement on efficiency of new solutions being implemented – data gathering, analysis, improvement.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in chemical, mineral processing or metallurgical engineering.
• Project management qualification advantageous.

EXPERIENCE

• 3-7 years’ experience.
• Laboratory testing to identify and confirm applicability of technologies.
• Flowsheet development by combining technologies into solutions.
• Implementation of new innovations and evolution within the mining industry.
• Experience in project development and execution.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Specific interest in industry leading processing technologies and innovations.
• Innovative approach to developing new solutions.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise work.
• Flexible, effective teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Emotional Intelligence.
• Ability to use a project schedule and a project budget.
• Change management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proposal and report writing.
• Understanding of Microsoft teams would be beneficial.

Other requirements

• Travel when required to current operations and new jurisdictions (Local RSA, Africa and International).

Closing Date: 28 October 2024

Engineering Foreman (Witbank)

Reference Number

EN030019

Description

PURPOSE

The Engineering Foreman is responsible for maintenance and repairs of all machinery and related Processing Plant equipment’s

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES

Carry and fulfil responsibilities of a MHSA Section 2.9.2 legal appointment.

Maintain FAMP policies, Standards and procedure requirements.

Preparation and execution of scheduled routine maintenance, in conjunction with production planning.

Champions the implementation of proactive maintenance and the elimination of reactive maintenance by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programmes.

To support operations by providing effective equipment maintenance ensuring equipment reliability and availability.

Parts and inventory management.

Control maintenance costs effectively and prevent as far as possible over expenditure.

COORDINATOR

Issuing of work schedules and job cards.

Lead team to complying with company SHE strategy and zero harm frame-work

Develop, review and agree the weekly maintenance plan with the Maintenance and Process team. Ensures safe execution.

Reduce reaction times to breakdowns (MTTR) and increase mean time between failures (MTBF) through the effective implementation of maintenance best practices, systems and procedures.

Oversee third party contractor maintenance and compliance.

Maintains an organised, clean and safe work area.

Evaluates condition monitoring status.

ADMINISTRATION

Ensures maintenance logs and work order documentation on equipment inspection and repairs are maintained to required standard

Prepares month end performance report for engineer

Generates cost report to site manager/engineer.

Ensures all break downs are appropriately recorded by subordinates.

MANAGING THE TEAM

Select and appoint competent and passionate people.

Supervision, training and development of maintenance subordinates.

Maintain open channel communication with subordinates through daily meetings for two-way feedback.

Monitor performance & maintain discipline.

Serve as a mentor to yearly intake of work integrated learning students.

QUALIFICATIONS

N3 Mechanical/Electrical Engineering subjects

Trade Test MQA/MERSETA preferred

Supervisory Course (Advantageous)

EXPERIENCE

Learnership/Apprentice in Mining/construction/transport/plant or

manufacturing2 years

Artisan 3-5 years in Mining/plant or manufacturing

3 Years management experience

Experience on Processing plant

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Good verbal and written communications.

Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving ability.

Demonstrated firm supervisory skills

Computer literacy: Excel Basic; Pragma Onkey basic.

Knowledge of electrical and mechanical engineering safe practice.

Strong technical skills and knowledge of best practices in maintenance procedures and protocols.

RCFA 

Superintendent (North West)

Reference Number

FA-881

Description

PURPOSE

The role of the superintendent is to perform a technical and supervision of a tailings projects, ensuring the setting out of the site, applying relevant designs and plans, resources management, project progress monitoring, as well as liaising with sub-contractors and clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Business / Functional Management

• Ensure operational execution aligns to production outputs .
• Efficient operations project execution.

Financial, Commercial and Contract Management

• Manage, control and monitor the cost, materials and equipment, and implement cost-effective measures.                   

• Effectively manage the contract in line with commercial parameters.
• Manage all contractual and commercial commitment in line with budget.

Risk Management, Compliance and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility

• Implement and monitor company’s ESG mandate and social responsibility and legislative compliance.
• Stakeholder Management (internal and external)
• Promote ongoing communication with client representatives including Resident Engineerand other key internal mine stakeholders to foster good relations, through appropriate forums and interfaces.
• Manage key interfaces with client contractors, operations and local communities.

Operations and Project Management

• Responsible for operational execution of all work, through teams of employees and subcontractors.
•  Produce and monitor weekly and monthly programmes for job or sections of the job
• Compile daily diaries and work schedules.
• Prepare short-term daily programmes including resources and allowable.

Manage Operating System and Reporting

• Put appropriate controls in place at point of execution, to inform management, and to take corrective action immediately if there are deviations to plan.
•  Ensure accuracy and complete data for reporting.

Technical Management

• Set and adhere to technical standards and work methods.

SHEQ Management.

• Oversee the implementation of the Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality plans and compliance.
• Execute zero harm mandate.

People Management

• Lead, and manage project execution teams.
• Support, guide and coach teams.

Culture and Climate

• Build a culture of continuous improvement for the duration of the project.
• Align with client culture requirements as agreed with project management team, to enhance the client relationship.
•  Drive Division’s employee value proposition and decent work principles.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

•  National Diploma in Civil Engineering.
•  BTech in Civil Engineering/ or BSc Degree in Civil Engineering.

EXPERIENCE

•  Minimum two years’ experience working in a tailing’s management environment.
•  Ideally two years’ production supervision capacity.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Solid knowledge of mining, production and tailings industry.
•  Knowledge of national legislation, standards and bylaws applicable to tailings environment.
• Technical and operational skills.
• Solid knowledge of methods and practices of deposition / remining / water / load and haul
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent commercial astuteness.
• Analytical skills.
• Customer relations skills.
• Project management.

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