Company Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Psychometrist. The purpose of this role is to administer, interpret, and report on psychological assessments and support talent management processes, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and aligning with Kumba's values.
Job Description
As our Psychometrist, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Safety and Health
- Model behaviour that aligns with health, safety, and environmental standards, the Group’s values and professional workplace norms.
- Actively participate in Safety Leadership and Management (SLAMs), High Potential Hazards (HPHs), relevant risk assessments, and complete assigned safety action items to maintain a safe work environment.
- Collaborate effectively with leaders, peers, and other teams to achieve safety and business objectives.
- Performance and Delivery
- Ensure line managers accurately apply and integrate assessment feedback to support effective appointments and employee development, aligned with Kumba’s assessment processes.
- Schedule, administer, and interpret psychometric assessments; deliver timely, accurate assessment reports and recommendations to line managers and employees under the supervision of an Industrial Psychologist.
- Execute assessment centres tailored to client needs and offer expert advice on interview techniques, rating scales, and psychological tests to assist in employee selection and development.
- Maintain high standards in the interface with third-party service providers to ensure timely and professional delivery of psychometric reports.
- Ensure qualified practitioners conduct assessments and that results are conveyed sensitively to empower employees and management.
- Securely file and archive psychological documentation, preventing unauthorised access and safeguarding the confidentiality and integrity of psychometric materials and results.
- Manage the invoicing process for third-party payments to ensure prompt processing.
- The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities
- Assist the Resident Industrial Psychologist with career counselling and Industrial Psychology Service (IPS) projects and support the tactical implementation of IPS at the Operation.
- People and Teams
- Foster collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support shared goals and objectives.
- Provide training and mentorship to Industrial Psychology interns if appointed by Kumba, supporting their professional development.
- Compliance
- Comply with all legal and organisational policies and procedures relevant to psychometric assessments.
- Adhere to ethical standards and guidelines established by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and organisational policy. Report discrepancies or unethical practices within the IPS field to maintain the highest professional standards.
Qualifications
- Grade 12
- B Degree (Hons) in Industrial Psychology or similar
- Registered Psychometrist with HPCSA
- Valid SA Drivers License
Technical Knowledge
- 2-3 years of post-registration experience as a Psychometrist.
- Working knowledge of psychological assessment techniques, tools, and norms, including their application to talent management, recruitment, and development processes.
- Familiarity with ethical guidelines and legal requirements for psychological assessments as defined by HPCSA and organisational policies.
- Knowledge of Kumba’s talent management strategies and goals for aligning assessment feedback and recommendations with business needs.
- Advanced understanding of compliance with HPCSA and company policies related to psychometrics, ethical assessment practices, and regulatory guidelines.
Additional Information
Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.
We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
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