Supervisor Production Execution Paste Plant - Richards Bay

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT HILLSIDE:

Our Hillside Aluminium smelter in Richards Bay produces high-quality, primary aluminium for the domestic and export markets.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS:

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
• Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.
• South32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Supervisor Production Execution Paste Plant, you will be part of the management team accountable to manage all dayshift activities for Paste Plant and fully support the Paste Plant shift teams in Carbon.

You will be responsible for supervising the execution of production and logistics activities undertaken by front-line operational personnel and lead in line with the schedule, standards and performance targets for People, HSECQ, Volume & Cost.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Provide day-to-day supervision, expertise and direction to a Production team within an operation area to ensure delivery against plans.
• Supervise and lead the execution of the production plan in order to achieve established performance targets.
• Ensure Production employees and contractors adhere to work standards, are competent, and understand the purpose and functionality of critical controls relevant to their work.
• Provide input into production or logistics strategies, budgets, and plans as well as the improvement of work management processes and critical controls for material risks.
• Supervise, coach and mentor employees to deliver performance by setting Key Performance Indicators, conducting performance reviews and creating personal development plans.
• Contribute to building a cohesive working environment.
• Provide relevant and specialised technical support, where required, to peers and colleagues to ensure the achievement of objectives.
• Identify and develop cost-effective processes to increase efficiency and reduce cost drivers. Continuously review cost vs. benefit and report recommendations.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• A minimum of 4 - 6 years’ experience in Production / Industrial area of which 1 year in a supervisory capacity in a production field.
• Be prepared to work shifts if needed.
• Perform standby duties from time to time as required by the organization.
• Computer literacy (MS Office).

Qualifications for this role are:

• Degree / National Diploma in a Technical field of study.
• Valid Trade Test would be advantageous.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website http://careers.south32.net.

This advertisement will close on 30 December 2024.