Afrimat Vacancies

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1. Health and Safety Administrator (Gauteng – Glen Douglas)
2. Health and Safety Officer (Mpumalanga, Limpopo & Gauteng)
3. Health and Safety Officer (KZN & Free State)
4. People Management Officer (Longmeadow)
5. Site Clerk (Cape Town)
6. Plantsman (Bethlehem)
7. Bursary
8. Plant/ Site Manager (Mpumalanga)
9. Loader Operator (Dennegeur Quarry)
10. GCC Engineer (Western Cape)

Health and Safety Administrator (Gauteng – Glen Douglas)

AFRIMAT MINING SERVICES
HAS A VACANCY FOR:

Health and Safety Administrator (Glen Douglas Mine)

Minimum Qualification/Experience:

• Certificate – Grade 12
• Certificate – Health and safety representative will be advantageous
• Certificate – Microsoft Office (must be computer literate and have good administrative and computer skills)
• Must be able to work accurately with exceptional attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and legislative organisations
• Willing to travel (site visits)

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to the following):

• Assist the SHHEQ Department to:
• Develop, implement, review, improve and maintain company safety, health, hygiene, environmental and quality (SHHEQ) management systems
• Develop, implement, review, improve and maintain company SHHEQ policies, guidelines, standard operating procedures, code of practices and risk assessments (integrated into company SHHEQ management systems)
• Update and maintain an electronic SHHEQ management system / document control / record keeping
• Ensure compliance with all administrative functions related to the company’s SHHEQ management system
• Compile and maintain operational SHHEQ files for existing and new clients / projects
• Raise SHHEQ awareness
• Keep registers and schedules for:
• Employee fitness to work, training requirements, PPE issuing, tools / equipment / TMM legal compliance requirements, safety data sheets etc.

Be prepared to work after hours when needed. Will be able to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Will be able to work independently as well in a team environment.

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 24 July 2024

Health and Safety Officer (Mpumalanga, Limpopo & Gauteng)

AFRIMAT MINING SERVICES
HAS A VACANCY FOR:

Health and Safety Officer (Mpumalanga, Limpopo & Gauteng)

Minimum Qualification/Experience:

• Diploma / degree in Health and Safety (SAMTRAC or equivalent)
• Relevant experience in the mining and quarrying industry
• Must be able to work accurately with exceptional attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be computer literate and have good administrative skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and legislative organisations
• Flexible working hours because of remoteness of the operational sites
• Willing to travel

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to the following):

• Ensure compliance with Regulation 2.19.1, 2.19.2, 2.19.3, and 2.19.4 of the Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996) regarding Safety Officer Functions.
• Oversee and manage day-to-day SHHEQ (Safety, Health, Hygiene, Environment, and Quality) functions.
• Assist with and ensure compliance with all administrative functions related to the company’s SHHEQ management system.
• Become familiar with the client’s specifications and standards, ensuring compliance, particularly with Contractors Management (maintenance of the operational SHHEQ file).
• Assist the company in complying with current SHHEQ legislation as per the legal register of various legislations, including but not limited to OHSA, MHSA, BCEA, NEMA, etc.
• Conduct and assist with the recording, reporting, and investigation of incidents and accidents. Monitor action plans for the implementation of recommendations.
• Raise SHHEQ awareness in your areas of responsibility.
• Perform periodic workplace and equipment inspections and audits (daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly).

Be prepared to work after hours when needed. Will be able to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Will be able to work independently as well in a team environment.

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 24 July 2024

Health and Safety Officer (KZN & Free State)

AFRIMAT MINING SERVICES
HAS A VACANCY FOR:

Health and Safety Officer (Kwa-Zulu Natal & Free State)

Minimum Qualification/Experience:

• Diploma / degree in Health and Safety (SAMTRAC or equivalent)
• Relevant experience in the mining and quarrying industry
• Must be able to work accurately with exceptional attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be computer literate and have good administrative skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and legislative organisations
• Flexible working hours because of remoteness of the operational sites
• Willing to travel

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to the following):

• Ensure compliance with Regulation 2.19.1, 2.19.2, 2.19.3, and 2.19.4 of the Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996) regarding Safety Officer Functions.
• Oversee and manage day-to-day SHHEQ (Safety, Health, Hygiene, Environment, and Quality) functions.
• Assist with and ensure compliance with all administrative functions related to the company’s SHHEQ management system.
• Become familiar with the client’s specifications and standards, ensuring compliance, particularly with Contractors Management (maintenance of the operational SHHEQ file).
• Assist the company in complying with current SHHEQ legislation as per the legal register of various legislations, including but not limited to OHSA, MHSA, BCEA, NEMA, etc.
• Conduct and assist with the recording, reporting, and investigation of incidents and accidents. Monitor action plans for the implementation of recommendations.
• Raise SHHEQ awareness in your areas of responsibility.
• Perform periodic workplace and equipment inspections and audits (daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly).

Be prepared to work after hours when needed. Will be able to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Will be able to work independently as well in a team environment.

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 24 July 2024

People Management Officer (Longmeadow)

AFRIMAT PTY LTD BASED IN LONGMEADOW
HAS A VACANCY FOR A:

People Management Officer

Afrimat is seeking the services of an experienced People Management Officer to take on all operational People Management tasks for Afrimat Longmeadow . The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all people management functions and will report to the PM Manager.

Minimum Qualification/Experience:

• Relevant tertiary qualification preferably a degree in People Management or Industrial Psychology
• A minimum of 5 years experience in generalist People Management-related functions and experience in the mining industry with experience on the Social and Labour Plans would be advantageous.
• Language profeciencies: English; Afrikaans and Setswana would be advantageous
• Perform Generalist PM functions, a.o. Organisational development, Learning & Development, Administration, Employee Relations
• Ability to address employee relations professionally, consistently, fairly, and with empathy.
• In-depth knowledge of people management best practices
• Experience & knowledge of People Management Information Systems (SAGE 300) as well as BEE123 would be advantageous
• Ability to work under pressure and independently without close supervision
• Ability to plan, organize and control priorities with good administrative and communication skills
• Must have knowledge of applicable Legislation relevant to People Management

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing effective and efficient People Management advice and guidance to staff and management team.
• Formulate, improve, communicate and monitor value-adding People Management guidelines.
• Manage the recruitment and selection process in line with the business’s needs
• Provide ongoing guidance and support to management and employees on employee relations matters.
• Actively promote and oversee learning and development initiatives, including succession planning and talent management as well as the implementation of the SLP’s
• Ensure compliance with all legislative reporting requirements related to Employment Equity and Skills Development
• Developing and maintaining sustainable absenteeism and overtime management practices.
• Roll out employee engagement/performance management and change management processes linked to the business strategy.
• Drive OD and employee welfare initiatives at the mines
• Implementation of IDPs, WSP, and ATR submissions
• Oversee and proactively manage the formal communication structures and processes between employees, unions and management.
• Actively promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Represent the company at CCMA matters and union substantive negotiatings.

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 19 July 2024

Site Clerk (Cape Town)

Afrimat Mining Services Peak Quarry in Cape Town has a vacancy for:

Site Clerk

Minimum Qualification/Experience:

• Grade 12 certificate
• Effective communication skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships internal and external, on all levels.
• Must be able to work accurately with exceptional attention to detail
• Computer proficiency in MS Office

Responsibilities include (but not limited to the following):

• Execute general administrative duties
• Managing procurement process, keep good track of orders.
• Diesel to be ordered on time and ensure correct quantities.
• Assist with daily diesel dips and reports – ensure information is correctly recorded before submitting reports
• Accurately keep record of load & hauling of material
• Time registers to be updated daily
• Timesheets to be certified correctly and on time for month end payroll
• Assist HR with staff queries and paperwork as requested.
• Maintain databases and filing systems up to date.
• Carry out ad hoc duties as requested by manager.
• Train reports.

Be prepared to work after hours when needed. Will be able to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Will be able to work independently as well in a team environment.

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 17 July 2024

Plantsman (Bethlehem)

Afrimat Aggregates (KZN) Pty Ltd , in Bethlehem has a vacancy for:

Plantsman

Minimum Qualification/Experience:

• Grade 12 is essential
• Boilermaker/Fitter trade test
• 2 years of safety management experience and an in-depth technical and operational knowledge of all processes, systems, tools and equipment, related to the aggregates industry, and fixed quarry plant operation and maintenace practices, in particular
• Basic Numeracy and literacy
• Knowledge of the AMS
• Proven track record in a plant production and/or maintenance role
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a high-pressure production or maintenance environment
• Proven leadership qualities

Responsibilities include (but not limited to the following):

• Ensuring a safe and legally complaint working environment and work practices at the plant
• Taking full responsibility for maintaining and improving productivity of the plant which includes amongst others; optimising plant settings; quality control, performing first level maintenance, cost control; managing reporting staff; planning and executing work; tracking and reporting plant performance
• Ensuring adequate technical capacity to effectively and sustainably support the fixed plant maintenance requirements of the operation
• Establishing a pro-active and performance-based maintenance culture on the plant and collaborating with earthmoving equipment maintenance staff to ensure minimal downtime and a coordinated maintenance effort to support effective production and financial results
• Create an effective team environment and culture. Developing self and reporting staff (skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled) within own reporting ranks to their full potential
• Achieve the plant KPI’s (availability, utilisation, hit-rate, production and overall plant efficiency targets)
• Running the plant to achieve set production targets

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 19 July 2024

Bursary

Eckraal Quarries is looking to award:

Mechanical, Mining Engineering Bursaries

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Studying toward a NDip, BEng, BSc, Mechanical or Mining Diploma/Degree
• 3rd/ Final year of study
• Must be from Tshwane Municipality
• Proof of residence
• Certified ID Copy

Skills and Attributes:

• Attention to detail
• Honest and Reliable
• Adaptable to change
• Must be able to work under pressure

Please forward the following documents to afri.learnerships@afrimat.co.za to apply with the subject line: Bursary Application
•CV
•Certified ID copy
•Proof of residence
•Academic record

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 26 July 2024

Plant/ Site Manager (Mpumalanga)

Ash Resources, based at Matla power station, (Kriel/Secunda in Mpumalanga) has a vacancy for:

Plant/ Site Manager

Minimum Qualification/Experience:

• Preferably a qualification in Engineering / a certified trade (skilled artisan).
• Experience in management principals with at least 5 years’ + experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Able to work accurately and pay attention to detail.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain good client relationships, both internally and externally at all levels.
• A code 08 driver’s license.
• Computer literacy (MS Office).
• Must be a team player with natural leadership skills, and proven track record in doing things the “Afrimat Way”.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to the following):

• Manage the production outputs by directing and coordinating the activities of the staff.
• Ensure optimal production targets are achieved within product specifications.
• Provide management with the required statistical reports on performance.
• Manage the different departments at the operation.
• Ensure all required equipment is available for production and drive preventative maintenance effort.
• Ensure all the products meet the required SABS specifications.
• Ensure that the maintenance schedules are conducted on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, e.g. Safety, Environmental regulations, Labour Legislation and ensure site compliance.
• Liaise with sales staff to ensure that customers’ requirements are met.

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 19 July 2024

Loader Operator (Dennegeur Quarry)

Afrimat Aggregates Operations (AAO) has a vacancy for:

Loader Operator (Dennegeur Quarry– Paarl)

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• Minimum Grade 9
• Must have 3 -5 years’ experience.
• Be literate and functionally numerate.
• Pre-employment medical required.
• Must have a valid Operator’s Certificate
• Must have a basic mechanical background.
• Ability to sit for long periods.
• Ability to see well and distinguish between back up alarms, voices and other normal sounds consistent with construction job sites

Duties and responsibilities

• Operating Front-End Loader on site to load all trucks with product in time without contamination.
• Ensure that all stockpiles are kept neat and safe
• Operate F.E.L in a respectful safe manner in line with the training received.
• Keep the machine clean, safe and in good working order by completing daily pre-start checklist correctly
• Assist with the housekeeping around the production area.
• Be able to work under pressure and sometimes extended hours (including overtime and Saturdays).
• Must be able to carry out instructions given by your superior.
• Able to work as part of a team
• Be safety conscious.

Be willing to work overtime and weekends as and when required. Will be able to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Will be able to work independently as well in a team environment.

INTERNAL RECRUITMENT: Existing employees who wish to apply for a promotional position elsewhere are free to do so but are required to inform their line manager of their intention to apply for an advertised position.

DISCLAIMER: By applying for this position and providing Afrimat with your CV and other personal information, you are consenting to the information being used for recruitment purposes. This will be done in compliance with POPIA. We confirm that your information will not be used for any other purposes without your prior consent.

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 19 July 2024

GCC Engineer (Western Cape)

Afrimat Aggregates Operations (Western Cape)
has a vacancy for:

GCC (Government Certified Competency) Engineer (Consultant)

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• Grade 12 (Matric) qualification
• Mining GCC
• Valid driver’s license
• A minimum of three years supervisory / management experience within Quarrying environment.
• Knowledge and experience of maintenance planning and cost center control.
• Sound multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge and experience associated with electrical, electronic, mechanical, and structural infrastructure and systems.
• Knowledge of electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment and engineering principles in heavy machinery industry.
• Good knowledge and experience of overall plant processes and operational systems.
• Technical knowledge required for in-depth Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) investigations.
• Diagnosing, analyzing, and reporting skills.
• Process, plant and equipment optimization.
• Ability to work independently within set targets.
• People management & communication skills.
• Registered with DMRE as a mentor (advantageous)

Duties and responsibilities

• Legal appointment as 2.13.1 Competent Engineer for Peak Quarry and Tygerberg Quarry.
• Ensure compliance by conducting oversight inspections on the following areas:
• Lifting equipment and machinery.
• Workshop Stores with hazardous chemicals and oil storage areas.
• Diesel Installations and dispensing facilities.
• Machine Guarding.
• Electrical Installations: MCC’s, Transformers.
• Structural Integrity: Design, Installation, Repair, Removal and Replacement.
• On Site Traffic Management Systems.

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 29 July 2024

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All the best with your applications.