Technical Manager (Mining / Ferroalloys / Strategic / Optimization ) – Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Description:

The Technical Manager will be responsible to drive cost-effective optimization and extraction of the ore body through the development and implementation of strategic projects related to new business and growth in mining.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and assess level of baseline risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Function through effective use of the Toolbox
• Develop, review and update Policies and Procedures in compliance with company Framework and statutory requirements
• Lead the Mining Forum
• Achieve mining process quality
• Maintain and improve relationships with key stakeholder
• Optimise Ore Body in compliance the Mine Planning and Exploitation Strategy
• Analyse data and make recommendations on improving processes
• Review the overall mining strategy on an annual basis to ensure that it is aligned with the business plan
• Identify possible project proposals to be assessed
• Make recommendations on alternatives, taking into consideration financial and technical feasibility
• Manage the project procurement function
• Ensure that construction takes place according to company standards
• Ensure that projects fit in with the business strategic direction
• Minimise business risk
• Advise on the Strategic Plan (2-5 years)
• Advise on the Tactical Plan (< 1 year)
• Lead operating excellence initiatives to continuously improve efficiencies and effectiveness at the operation
• Foster a climate of continuous improvement
• Develop the capability of the production and maintenance organisation site-wide

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• 8 years’ relevant operational experience at a senior level, preferably 3 years’ managerial experience
• Ferroalloy industry experience
• Mining Engineering Degree or National Diploma
• 8 Years' relevant operational experience
• 3 Years' managerial experience

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Employment
• Management opportunity with a global leading mining company
• Competitive remuneration package

CA Global Headhunters is an international staffing company with a specific focus on recruitment in Africa. Our extensive, diverse candidate network built up over 10 years comprises the most skilled and experienced candidates. We recruit talent of the highest standards across African sectors, including Mining, Oil & Gas, Engineering, Banking, Finance, Legal, Insurance, Commodities, and Agriculture. As African markets continue to grow and develop, so too does our skill and expertise, ensuring that we deliver the best service to both clients and candidates.

Thanks to our access to global networks and resources, we understand our clients’ cultures, operations, business strategies, and industries. We are always on par with the latest technologies and trends which assist us in sourcing the best talent for clients. Whatever stage of the project lifecycle, we can put forward the right candidates with the right skills.