Supervisor Jig Crushing

We have an exciting opportunity for a Supervisor Jig Crushing. The purpose of this role is to Ensure smooth, effective shift handovers to maintain consistent production aligned with daily, weekly, and monthly plans.

We’re the best in the industry.

You’ll make us better.

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 – from mobile phones to medicines.

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 Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

As our Supervisor Jig Crushing your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Model and promote a safety-first culture across the relevant area.• Encourage open reporting of unsafe behaviours without fear of reprisal.
• Identify and mitigate risks specific to processing environment.
• Use operational risk management tools and embed critical controls in daily routines.
• Implement and maintain safety systems within the work area.
• Assess contractor fitness for duty and take corrective action as needed.
• Conduct physical safety checks, interventions, and coaching sessions.
• Gather and report safety data and KPIs.
• Identify contractor deficiencies and implement corrective plans.
• Perform ongoing safety audits and close out deviations.
• Participate actively in Visible Felt Leadership (VFL), risk assessments, and safety action closeouts.

• Performance and Delivery
• Contractor Management• Monitor contractor performance and manage daily KPIs.
• Provide input into insourcing/outsourcing decisions.
• Address contractor shortfalls and respond to unplanned events.

• Planning and Coordination• Develop and execute weekly schedules aligned with shift requirements.
• Communicate with other supervisors to monitor plant conditions and escalate deviations.

• The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities• Contribute to production and maintenance planning to minimise delays.
• Conduct over-inspections and prepare for contingencies.

• Shift Handovers and Continuity• Facilitate smooth and safe shift transitions.
• Manage daily administrative tasks to support continuous operations.

• Resource Management and Administration• Ensure availability of operational resources.
• Coordinate supervisory scorecard reviews and monitor HR-related data.

• Performance Monitoring and Improvement• Track task completion and handover quality.
• Support cost management initiatives and reduce system waste.

• Maintenance Coordination• Align maintenance activities to minimise production losses.
• Build strong relationships with the maintenance team.

• QAQC Execution• Perform routine quality checks and document results.
• Conduct Planned Task Observations (PTOs) and enforce corrective actions.

• Budget Management and Cost Control• Drive cost-saving initiatives within the relavent section.
• Maintain budget accuracy within defined limits.

• People and Teams• Promote a purpose-led culture grounded in company values, inclusivity, and diversity.
• Engage actively in team processes and set clear expectations.
• Lead daily team communications and contribute to internal messaging.
• Define deliverables and monitor team performance.
• Ensure team participation in training and provide coaching and feedback.
• Resolve operational issues and escalate when necessary.

• Compliance• Ensure full compliance with local regulations and Anglo American standards.
• Uphold all relevant policies and procedures.
• Act at the next higher level when required to maintain operational integrity.

This role is in Processing (PRO) department on a band 7.8 (C4) level reporting to Process Overseer 

• Grade 12 /N3 Technical
• Relevant Higher National Qualification on NQF5 Advantageous 
• SA Drivers License
• A2 Safety Training Certificate Advantageous 
• Kumba Supervisory Development Programme Advantageous 

Technical Knowledge

• Demonstrate experience in plant operations, with at least 5 years in a relevant processing environment.
• Understand operational processes specific to the relevant section
• Be familiar with unit processes, operating procedures, and equipment capabilities.
• Be aware of mineral and feed characteristics and how they apply to relevant area
• Understand risk management techniques and critical controls relevant to the processing environment.
• Apply leadership tools to foster a purpose-led, high-performance culture.
• Be familiar with safety, health, environmental, legislative, and regulatory 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.

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