Duties and Responsibilities / KPI’s

• Safety performance (zero high-potential events), compliance with standards.
• Availability and utilisation of filtration and thickening equipment.
• Moisture/quality compliance, underflow density/overflow clarity, and throughput delivery.
• Process stability (reduced variability) across filtration and thickening, and action closure rate (RCA/audit).
• Reagent specific consumption (incl. flocculant and cleaning chemicals).

Qualifications / Experience / Knowledge

•Technical diploma or bachelor’s degree in engineering/Metallurgy/Processing or equivalent operational experience.

•Proven experience supervising shift teams in mineral processing, dewatering and thickening (ceramic filters plus concentrate and tailings thickeners preferred).

• Strong working knowledge of operational standards, permit-to-work/LOTO, and incident reporting.

• Comfortable with KPI management, shift handover routines, and continuous improvement (RCA/PDCA).

Core Competencies / Skills

• Visible safety leadership; high bias for action and operational discipline.
• People leadership: coaching, accountability, and performance management.
• Structured problem-solving and stakeholder management.
• Clear communication under pressure; escalation and decision quality.

Personal Qualities / Behavioural Traits

• Able to learn and develop new roles. 

• Develop and maintain a team structure that adheres to AML policies and enables teamwork and personal development

  while focusing on the achievement of results.

• Work with team leaders/supervisors to develop and maintain weekly maintenance plans.

• Cascade plan and objectives through the team to ensure all activities are focused on.

Working Conditions

• Possess the ability to work beyond stipulated work hours. 

• Willingness to respond to emergencies when the need arises. 

• Resilience to work under pressure to meet deadlines. 

• Exhibit better readable and comprehensive skills. 

• Considerable knowledge of PM Service, repair and maintenance. 

• Preparedness to be rotated to any AML workshop sites. 

Health and Safety 

1.1.    Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, standards, and procedures.

1.2.    Participate in health, safety, and environment training programs to understand potential hazards, safety procedures, and emergency protocols.

1.3.    Report any health, safety, and environmental concerns, incidents, or near misses promptly to the designated supervisor or safety officer.

1.4.    Assist in identifying workplace hazards and participate in risk assessments to minimise risks to personal health and safety.

1.5.    Wear appropriate PPE as required for specific tasks or environments and ensure that it is maintained and used correctly.

1.6.    Be familiar with emergency response procedures, including evacuation routes, assembly points, and first aid protocols.

1.7.    Follow established safe work practices and procedures to prevent accidents, injuries, or illnesses.

1.8.    Operate machinery, tools, and equipment safely, following the manufacturer's instructions and the AML safety guidelines.

1.9.    Maintain a clean and orderly workspace to reduce hazards and prevent accidents.

1.9.1.    Promote a culture of health and safety awareness among coworkers by encouraging safe behaviours and reporting unsafe conditions.

1.9.2.    Participate in health and safety committees or meetings as required, providing input and suggestions for improving workplace safety.

1.9.3.    Keep accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training activities as required by company policy and regulations.
 

Environment
1.1.    Oversee and monitor the environmental performance of your department's functions, ensuring high levels of awareness and compliance with company environmental policies and relevant environmental laws.

1.2.    Regularly review environmental performance metrics and indicators to track progress, identify trends, and address areas for improvement.

1.3.    Ensure all environmental incidents are reported promptly and investigated thoroughly in line with company policies and legal requirements.

1.4.    Uphold a culture of environmental responsibility and compliance within the organisation by setting clear expectations for incident reporting and response at all levels.

1.5.    Collaborate with the Environment team to identify opportunities for environmental improvement and develop strategic programs to enhance sustainability practices.