We have an exciting position for a Supervisor Contractor Services to supervise contractor services to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards as a Legal Appointment 2.9.2.

Be part of the team.

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 Supervisor Contractor Services you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Performance & Delivery
• Legal Appointment (Regulations 2.9.2):
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with the MHSA regulations as a Legal appointment under Mineral Regulations 2.15.1 read with 7(4) of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA)
• SHE Management System:
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of the SHE management system implementation.
• Support and facilitate regular SHE reviews and meetings.
• Scheduling and Planning:
• Participate in the development and review of schedules.
• Assist in improving and maintaining a health and safety inspection schedule aligned with risk profiles and delivery requirements.
• Contractor Management:
• Supervise and mentor contractors, foremen, employees, and safety representatives to enhance their skills and competencies.
• Monitor that contractors are suitably qualified and competent to perform duties according to rules, processes, and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with contractual specifications, policies, procedures, and legal requirements, including the MHSA and Mineral Regulations.
• Oversee the contractors' SHE files and compliance.
• Health and Safety Oversight:
• Review the competencies of site personnel regularly to ensure compliance.
• Facilitate risk assessments, incident investigation sessions, and workshops according to defined procedures.
• Perform health and safety audits and inspections, providing advisory authority on findings.
• Monitor that machinery is safely installed, maintained, and repaired during monthly compliance inspections.
• Identify and halt work at places and with machinery that presents critical health and safety issues or dangerous conditions.
• Implement and promote SHE principles to ensure zero harm, prevent risks, and monitor critical controls in the work area.
• Manage safety and health systems by assessing leadership capabilities and fitness for duty, conducting physical safety checks, reporting deficiencies, and facilitating safety audits.
• Support the Safety & Health principles, following operational risk management rules, regulations, procedures, and directions.
• Monitor and maintain housekeeping.
• Incident Management:
• Assist in investigating and closing out accident reports and actions.
• Ensure all contractor incidents are investigated, with lessons learned and preventive measures implemented.
• Communication and Reporting:
• Report on SHE matters and communicate findings to the Site Manager and relevant Section Manager.
• Support and plan the implementation of safety and operational policies and procedures.
• Compliance:
• Ensure that all local compliance requirements are met as a baseline for site performance.
• Follow all relevant Anglo American compliance standards related to Engineering, Mining, Processing, and rehabilitation and ensure team compliance.
• Abide by all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures while acting at the next higher level when required.

This role is in the Engineering (ENG) at a Band 7 level reporting to the Section Engineer General Services.

• Grade 12/N3 Technical
• Relevant Higher National Qualification on a NQF5
• Train the Trainer Certificate
• Anglo A2 Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
• Competent A Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Basic Firefighting Certificate
• SA Drivers License Code B

Experience

• 5 years of experience in a mining environment with 6 months experience in Contract/People Management.
• Understand operational processes relevant to the role.
• Have domain-specific knowledge of contractor processes, operating procedures, and equipment capabilities.
• Knowledgeable about risk management techniques and critical controls.
• Familiar with safety, health, and environmental legislative, statutory, and regulatory requirements.
• Understand Contractor Management Policies and Procedures.
• Computer Literacy: Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Have a thorough grasp of auditing principles and practices, including conducting audits effectively.

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.