Junior Shift Supervisor (Mpumalanga) Job at Fraser Alexander Ltd.

PURPOSE

• The role is responsible to ensure the continuous monitoring and the safety of our employees on all mineral processing facilities this will include the monitoring of pumping operations and water management activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety, Health , Environment and Quality

• Conduct  pre-shift meetings
• Adhere to FAMP and client policies and procedures
• Prevent spillages that can negatively influence the environment
• Monitor dam, sump, trench, and pipeline levels to prevent flooding and uncontrolled discharge.
• Manage stormwater pumping during heavy rainfall and ensure readiness of standby pumps.

Operations

• Maintain good housekeeping standards
• Minimize downtime by proactive monitoring and quick response to alarms and failures.
• Optimize quality outputs
• Communicate and report  pump availability and constraints to control room operators and supervisors.
• Ensure full equipment utilization.
• Ensure all reporting requirements are met

Maintenance

• Inspect equipment in working area
• Ensure daily inspections and checklists are completed by pump attendants.
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams during breakdowns and planned maintenance.
• Prevent equipment damage through correct operation and early fault reporting.

Managing a team

• Select and appoint competent and passionate people
• Assign work
• Monitor performance
• Train and develop team members
• Lead and supervise pump attendants on shift to ensure continuous and efficient pump operation

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 with Maths and Science
• Basic Coal Preparation Certificate (advantageous)

EXPERIENCE

• At least 3-5 years relevant Supervisory experience
• Knowledge of crushing plants, (ROM Sections) including crushers, screens, belts, pit pumps and DMS coal wash plant with, all their operational maintenance

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Excellent team work
• Excellent diagnostic skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work unsupervised, take ownership and accountability
• Good planning and organising skills
• Good Interpersonal skills
• Good communications skills
• Computer Literate(Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Valid Drivers License will be added advantage