Mining Planner

Company Description

As a Mining Planner, you will be responsible for ensuring that the Mining Process operates effectively and safely either during a day or night shift.

Anglo American has a portfolio of world-class mining operations. We mine, process, move and market the essential ingredients that enable a cleaner, more connected world and that meet fast growing consumer-driven demands for products from smartphones to electric cars. Our basic materials build homes, offices, railways and airports, and our diamonds fulfil people's dreams.

Our Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. We are the world’s leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialised applications that improve lives across the world – from vehicle fuel cells to jewellery; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining.

Job Description

• Execute the "Plan Work" element of the Work Management Framework and review the Work Order Task Status Report on a daily basis. This includes assisting in planning & prioritizing the work and tracking upcoming work.
• Plan approved work orders for resource procurement and execution before expiration date.
• Accountable for collecting and collating information as required by the business unit as per specific pre-planning guidelines and work package creation of all approved work.
• Optimize the planning process to minimize changes and variability and improve stability including cost budget control requirements adherence.
• Inspect work areas in the mine to assess if there are any safety concerns and report them, implementing an action plan to resolve these concerns.
• Ensure efficient mining operational execution by ensuring conformance to all mine planning related standards.
• Meet mining objectives by ensuring all planning systems are up to date and aligned to quarterly and yearly plans.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and environmental, occupational health and safety, and risk management standards in accordance with the Mineral Act and Regulations and compliance to OSHAS and MHS Acts.

This role is at a C5 level reporting to the Integrated Scheduler

Qualifications

• Grade 12.
• Metalliferous Blasting Ticket (Rock Breaking Ticket).
• Shift Supervisor Certificate.

Experience

• 2 years experience as a Shift Supervisor in the mining industry.
• SAP experience will be advantageous.

Knowledge and Skills

• Must be computer literate.
• Valid driving license code 08.

Additional Information

• Candidate will undergo medical assessment.
• The planner will be required to do 1-2 underground shifts per week.

Our GBV Stand

Platinum takes a stand against gender-based violence: “We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.”

Who We Are

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy, and more precise extraction technologies.

As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers, and the world at large.

What We Offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll 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. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

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.

Closing date: 26 December 2024