Operations Supervisor

Job description

PURPOSE
This exciting opportunity exists in Fraser Alexander Zambia to supervise the
execution of the contractual activities on Tailing Dams (Tailings Storage Facility)
deposition and remining projects while upholding the company standard, assist in
planning activities, organising resources, leading people and controlling risks,
costs and deviations to ensure the achievement of the mining or deposition plan in
respect of quality, productivity, efficiency and financial requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate Sites

Allocate and schedule resources (Plant/Materials/Labour).
Identify risks associated with resources and take preventative measures.
Execute deposition or mining plan as per the operating procedure and Code of
Practice for the Tailings Dam (Tailings Storage Facility).
Ensure that handovers of activities or shifts are properly done.
Ensure that daily or shift production targets are met.
Records and reports to the Site Manager on daily progress or events.
Supervise subcontractors or plant hire works and report on status and
progress.

Supervision

Coach the staff to create knowledge and experience.
Ensure that the company’s disciplinary and grievance policies and procedures
are properly applied to your subordinates.
Motivate staff to achieve buy-in on the decisions made and improve
productivity and efficiency.
Communicate performance standards to your subordinates.
Track and improve performance/production against targets.
Correct poor performance through counselling, coaching and discipline.

Health and Safety

Always act safely.
Adhere to FA and client policies and procedures.
Report unsafe conditions and behaviours.
Attend pre-shift meetings.

Financial and Cost Control

Report availability and utilisation of people and machinery (Including mobile
plant).
Control the material and equipment issues and maintain proof of the issuing of the same.
Control and maintain overtime within the requirements and roster.

QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma / Degree – Metallurgy/ Mining/ Civil/ Geology/ Geotech or Chemical Engineering.
Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate.
MRD101 (Added advantage)
Supervisory Course
Operational Skills Programme (Slimes Reclamation/Tailings Dam Operations)
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

EXPERIENCE

3-5 years’ experience in mining/construction/tailings operations
2 years’ experience in a Supervisory role

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of Tailings Dam Operations (Tailing Storage Facility)
Principles of supervision
Strong communication skills.
Risk awareness
Planning, organising, leading and controlling (POLC)
Team Player
Displaying a high level of integrity at all times.