Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Plant Manager to join our talented team. The position is for a permanent contract and will be based on a Mineral Processing plant at Zondereinde, Thabazimbi.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in the efficient and safe operation of our plant, ensuring optimal production of high-quality minerals while adhering to strict safety and environmental standards. You will work closely with a diverse team of professionals, utilising your expertise and technical skills to contribute to our continued success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analysis of metallurgical data and technical report writing.
• Plan and carry out test work on the plant as and when necessary.
• Analyse equipment performance and provide corrective actions if necessary.
• Incorporate new technologies into plant processes as and when required.
• Control the plant activities within specified parameters and legal requirements to ensure all production targets are achieved.
• Monitoring plant operations to ensure that the product is produced within specification.
• Managing operational staff and liaison with engineering departments, instituting corrective action where necessary.
• Operate the plant cost effectively by minimising stoppages and downtime.
• Implement proper planning, organising, leading and controlling methods to control all operation requirements and employee activities.
• Maintains loss control policy for area of responsibility.
• Strict adherence to the mine’s Risk Assessment and Safety Management program.
• Continuous improvement through research and development.
• Identify and develop methods to improve plant efficiency, systems and procedures.