Manager Mine Technical Services & Integrated Planning

As Manager Mine Technical Services & Integrated Planning you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Be accountable for discipline health and excellence in: Operational Mine Planning / Short Term Planning Medium Term Mine Planning Surveying & GIS Geotech Drill & Blast Technical Mine Activity Design Work Management Mine Reconciliation & Governance Integrated Planning & Reporting et al.
• Understand the complete structural lay-out of MTS and other support service functions to the Mine Production Departments the Engineering & Maintenance Department Processing et al.
• Work with the General Manager on the site implementation plan and develop an implementation plan for approval for MTS Schedules and Sign-off protocols; including WM STP OMS BP and LoM.
• Work with direct reports to ensure all clearly understand their roles and those of their team members. Establish a system to monitor structural implementation and work with Section Managers and Specialists to correct any variations that may be occurring in MTS and Integrated Planning.
• Work with the General Manager to assess capability of Section Managers and Specialists. As the MOR of MTS Supervisors and Engineers work with Section Managers and Specialists to conduct the same assessment for Supervisors / Engineers. Where shortfalls are identified with particular Supervisors develop and execute plans to correct deficiencies.
• Where work is being undertaken to identify new or changes to insourcing or outsourcing options act as the internal client for opportunities identified within MTS. Recommend options to the General Manager as appropriate; develop and execute plans for approved options.
• Work with MTS Section Managers Specialists and Supervisors to identify opportunities for performance improvement in the Technical Commercial and People areas of the Business with particular focus on MTS. Recommend proposals to the General Manager for approval. Head of Mining to be advised for future structural discussions as well.
• Review Section Manager and Specialist alignment across the three Mine Production Departments the Engineering Department and Mine Technical Services (MTS); determine where there is alignment or not.  Develop recommend and implement changes to improve alignment where appropriate.
• Lead the implementation of the Anglo Operating Model in MTS. This includes understanding the context for and goals of the AOM and communicating these to all within MTS.  Work with site and external AOM support resources to develop an AOM implementation plan identifying the work required for each role reporting to the Manager.  Assign tasks to each direct report for the work required monitor these tasks address any issues as they arise and provide feedback on their completion.
• Work with expert resources to clarify develop if necessary and recommend the mine planning processes to be used at Sishen Mine especially for operational plans in line with the Planning Prcoess. The recommended planning processes should be consistent with AOM principles and good practice in mine planning and identify lease license and future land development issues. Implement the approved planning processes; incl. WM STP OMS MAD BP and LoM. This must also include the Survey & GIS Discipline as well as Geotech and Drill and Blast Technical disciplines.
• Establish a System to identify and qualify all the required technical skills and competencies; including RPAS licensing and associated Mine Planning Software skills.
• Review the work processes that underpin the interactions between MTS Kumba and Anglo-American Corporate technical services and mine planning teams (HQ Mining) on life of mine planning and other Strategic Planning. Work with appropriate peers to address any deficiencies.

This role is in the Mine Technical Services (MTS) department at a Band 5 level reporting to General Manager Sishen Mine.

Qualifications :

• Mining / Geosciences / BSc Mining / BSc Geosciences
• Mine Managers Certificate of Competence (beneficial)
• Drivers Licence: Code B (Light Vehicle)

Experience

• 3-5 years HOD Level experience (this is a senior management position for the largest surface mine in Africa).
• Operational background; experience in senior management positions including MTS / Manager Mining level.

Additional Information :

What we offer

When you join Anglo American you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this youll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. Were a large successful multinational company and were still growing all the time.

Who we are

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 process move and market our products to our customers around the world.

As a responsible miner of copper high grade iron ore crop nutrients and other precious metals/miners and diamond (through De Beers) we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. 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 peoples lives.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time