Process Specialist
Samancor
2023-07-25 Witbank
Job Ref #: FMT/2023/44/1700
Industry: Mining
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Process Specialist in the Furnaces Department at Samancor Ferrometals situated in Witbank, Mpumalanga.
Job Description
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To support the Production Superintendent in managing plant operations in an effective and efficient manner ensuring sustainable operations complying with SHEQ, cost and volume targets through the utilization and provision of capable employees, equipment and resources. In addition, the Process Specialist needs to be the continuous improvement driver of the Metallurgical process through reporting on and analysing production performance, making recommendations and implementing projects in a safe manner.
Job Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
B.Eng./BSc. Eng. Degree or N Diploma. 4 years’ relevant experience in the heavy industry, preferably 2 years’ managerial experience.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety, Health, Environment and Quality:
Identify and assess issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial risk, 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 Process through effective use of the Toolbox Utilise the Information Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status
Customers:
Define critical process control parameters and implement a system for continuous monitoring, measurement and management of these parameters to ensure that required process quality is maintained Ensure Customer Satisfaction and manage monthly SLA measurement and discussions with internal customers production-rated capacity at minimum life cycle costs
Business Processes:
Develop, review and implement a process management strategy Compile and control process budgets Investigate failures and implement Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) findings Manage process quality Update GSAP Master Data Define, track, report and manage critical metallurgical measures/parameters Drive and manage Continuous Improvement cost saving initiatives Manage capital and improvement projects Manage and control process related shutdown activities Process data analysis and process optimisation Implement a system to monitor and track notification Benchmarking within industry and other SCR pelletising plant Manage 5S system
Growth:
Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence
Behavioural Competencies:
Safety Leadership Innovation Planning, Organising and Control Results Orientation Problem Solving and Decision Making Relating & Networking Change Leadership Business Acumen Adhering to Values
Workplace Competencies:
Skills:
Computer Literacy (MS Office) GSAP/HRSAP/IMS/MES/HQMS/EBMS/SCADA beneficial Communication Conflict resolution Team leadership Critical thinking Interpersonal skills Time and priority management Problem s olving Performance management skills Motivational skills Change management Strategic thinking Ability to work with diverse groups of people Ability to work under pressure Ability to understand processes and problems on an operational as well as strategic level Ability to manage costs and budget
Knowledge:
Process understanding of the Pelletizing and Sintering Process Knowledge of typical equipment used in the Pelletizing and Sintering Process Understanding of Metallurgy and Mass Balances Knowledge of Refractories will be beneficial Knowledge of comminution principles and theory will be beneficial Knowledge of applicable SHE legislation and standards Knowledge of employment law/BCEA Basic engineering or technical understanding Knowledge of business administration including costs and finance
Closing Date: 29 June 2023
