Section Manager Reliability HME

Company Description

We have an exciting position for a Section Manager Reliability who will Identify and manage asset reliability risks that could adversely affect the operations.

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The team that makes it happen.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

As a Section Manager Reliability you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Implement and maintain compliance with Group and Site safety, health and environment standards.
• Implement the equipment maintenance strategy to align with the production profile.
• Enhance engineering discipline by providing quality work and feedback to the maintenance management system.
• Mitigate production risks by managing them proactively.
• Ensure quality control/ assurance during routine test work and contractor management.
• Maintenance Planning: Collaborate with the maintenance team to plan and schedule maintenance activities, ensuring optimal resource use and adherence to maintenance strategies.
• Asset Performance Monitoring: Implement and oversee systems for monitoring and analysing asset performance, utilising data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.
• Root Cause Analysis: Lead root cause analysis investigations for equipment failures, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurring issues and improve overall reliability.
• Predictive Maintenance: Implement predictive maintenance techniques, such as condition monitoring and predictive analytics, to identify potential equipment failures before they occur.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, including operations and engineering, to align reliability initiatives with overall business objectives and strategies.
• Risk Management: Identify and proactively manage risks associated with equipment reliability, implementing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards and industry best practices related to equipment reliability and maintenance.
• Performance Reporting: Provide regular reports to the Manager of Engineering & Maintenance on equipment performance, reliability metrics, and the effectiveness of maintenance strategies.
• Emergency Response Planning: Develop and maintain emergency plans for equipment failures or critical events, ensuring rapid and effective responses to minimise downtime.
• Vendor and Supplier Management: Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure the availability of quality spare parts, support services, and technology upgrades for equipment reliability.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure everyone is on the same page by providing information, actively listening, and responding to feedback.
• Establish clear expectations and goals for the team to ensure that everyone is working towards the same objectives and that progress can be measured and tracked over time.
• Ensure compliance with the budget for the area of responsibility.
• Evaluate and approve cost impacts in the area of responsibility and revise the budget accordingly.
• Identify, communicate, and execute potential cost-reduction initiatives.

 

This role is in the Engineering (ENG) discipline at a Band 6 level (D4/ D5 Grade) reporting to the Manager Engineering, Plant or HME (Sishen).

• Grade 12 Certificate/N3 Technical
• Relevant Bachelor’s degree Engineering (Relevant to Reliability Engineering and Asset Management) (NQF7)
• Relevant 4-year Degree in Engineering (Relevant to Reliability Engineering and Asset Management (NQF8) is preferred
• Valid SA Drivers Licence

Experience

• 6-8 Years’ operational experience in Mechanical Maintenance, Reliability, and Diagnostics, with 2 years in a management/supervisory role.
• Proficient in mechanical maintenance, reliability, and diagnostic practices.
• Comprehensive understanding of key value drivers in the operational discipline's value chain, including the interdependencies of critical levers.
• Adept at classifying operational processes based on the Operating Model, focusing on Work Management.
• Well-versed in project management fundamentals, including planning, execution, monitoring, and control.
• Knowledgeable about emerging technologies and their impact on operational activities within the scope of the role.
• Experienced in utilising business improvement tools and techniques to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Possess sound business insight and understanding of commercial drivers of site performance.
• Familiar with basic financial metrics and budgeting tools, including cost analysis, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Skilled in applying risk management techniques and identifying critical controls to mitigate potential hazards and minimise operational risks.
• Well-versed in safety, health, and environmental standards and regulations, including legislative and statutory requirements.

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.

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 diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – 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 people’s 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.