Operations Manager - Underground Mining - Bridgestone - Pretoria

Operations Manager - Underground Mining POSITION SNAPSHOT JobReq ID: 52160 Type of work: On site Type of contract: Open-ended/permanent Full/Part Time: Full time Location: Pretoria, ZA POSITION DESCRIPTION Job Purpose Please note that this role involves extensive travel The person will be capable of leading and managing small teams of site based personnel and technical staff to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction. The person will also ideally be capable of analysing and monitoring statistical data and provide technical analysis to solve a variety of problems within a team environment. The person must possess initiative and drive to help grow the business and be capable of making timely decisions. An Operations Manager in Underground Mining plays a critical role in ensuring the success and sustainability of Tyre and Rim maintenance activities in a specific region. The position requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills,and a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Qualifications & Experience Essential: The person will have strong interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent presentation skills and proven problem-solving abilities. Strong business acumen with a strategic orientation. Proven experience as a Contract / Site Manager or similar managerial role. Significant experience in underground mining operations, with a proven track record of progressively responsible roles. In-depth understanding of underground mining methods, technologies, and safety standards. Preferred: A degree in business studies would be an advantage. Roles and Responsibilities Training Be a role model for the organisation Comply and develop the Otraco Management System (OMS) policies, procedures and instructions Be engaged in and contribute to the operations leadership team Ability to complete management reports on time is essential Awareness and structuring of applicable company KPI’s and business plan Be aware of all competitive activities within major accounts Presentations for clients showing the success and credibility of the business and its products Finding new customers and constantly expanding the business Keeping up to date with current market trends and customer needs Comply with client policies, procedures and instructions Assist the site teams to comply with the contracted “scope of work” and the delivery of a high quality of service to the client Ensure the necessary resources are deployed to supply services according to the contract management plans. Ensure that quality documents are maintained, filed and archived according to OMS procedures. Perform regular audits on quality, safety and Critical performance indicators and make recommendations as required Ensure that corrective action requests from auditors are carried out Assist the Site Managers with day to day running of each site Assist the Site Managers to ensure that Otraco standards are maintained in the analysis of tyre performance, and accuracy of tyre records Give lectures and presentations on site to operators, supervisors and management, including an annual site review presentation Identify opportunities and implement solutions to minimising tyre related costs for the client company Assist with the preparation of statistical and written sections of monthly reports to client companies (GMR) Manage with the Site Manager the testing of new products Assist with EM/HV tyre batch analysis Ensure Site Management conduct scrap tyre and rim inspections accurately Monitor the conditions of tools and equipment and their fitness for the task for which they are being used. Assist with the development of tyre servicemen and the fostering of a learning environment in the team Promote continuous improvement Monitor haul road conditions and take actions to minimise tyre related damages that results from poor road maintenance and increased downtime. Be adaptable for site mobilization as required within the company. Apply Discipline as set out in the company code of conduct. Ensure a culture of Zero Harm is maintained throughout operations. Attend to Tyre and Rim anomalies as per technical report and issue relevant work instructions to rectify the anomalies timeously. Implement and manage the use of advanced mining technologies and equipment to enhance efficiency and productivity in the tyre industry Safety Work safely and follow Occupational Health and Safety Procedures Report hazards, unsafe work conditions and equipment. Report incidents and assist in the investigation and implementation of follow up actions that may be identified Comply with applicable instructions documented in the OMS Safety Plan Use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment according to procedures and Otraco Standards Contribute to meetings and inspections in order to improve safety in the workplace. Perform Job Hazard Analysis and take control actions to reduce the risk of injury or damage to equipment. Ensure Broad Based Risk Assessment is aligned with the Scope of work. Assist with the performance of risk analysis before any new equipment or process is introduced on site and help with the implementation of control actions identified. Assist with the compilations and review of Safe Work Procedures Perform regular safety audits Comply with site emergency evacuation procedures. Site mobilization Necessary Resources Site Leader – (not limited to) Delegate required tasks, follow up and ensure compliance with set rules and standards. Develop relevant KPI structure. Client liaison, Team management and engagement. Review all departmental implementation. Training (not limited to) Trainer to report to site leader daily to ensure effectiveness and realistic completion dates for the required training must be maintained. Compile OBP file and training of all OBP’s. Complete theoretical training and perform practical assessments as per the unit standards relevant to the operations. Create Training Matrix relevant to operation. Technical (not limited to) Technical support for required site equipment and tooling, Development of site related spec plans, standardising of site equipment, ask the expert advice, Otracom implementation, passport 360 equipment management tool. Preventative management plans for tools and equipment, tyre handler capability. Safety (not limited to) Implement site baseline risk assessment, develop JRA and ensure site specific standards, COP’s and procedures are implemented. Implement Donesafe and training of the application, hazard analysis awareness and reporting of all and any incidents. Operations (not limited to) Shift supervisors to implement tasks related job packs, training evidence, coaching, mentoring, physical tasks, hazard identification, shift handover process, tyre changeslips, rim and tyre receival documentation, wheel assembly recording, OBP acknowledgements for specific tasks. Branch Managers Assist with possible recruitment along side mobilization leader, engage with Client on site feedback. Arrange transport, stationary, medicals, costs incurred during Mobilization as required. Possible Clients – visiting team BM’s / RM’s / OM’s / TM’s / SM’s Goldfields – South Deep Mine / Twin Shaft Mponeng Mine (Western Deep Levels) Impala Platinum – Platinum belt Harmony Mine – Target / MOAB Sibanye – New Clients MORE INFORMATION All applications will be reviewed. Our Recruitment team will contact the suitable applicants for the next step of the recruitment process. We are looking forward to hearing from you DISCLAIMER Diversity and inclusion are a central part of Bridgestone EMEA’s values at the highest level. This is key for our people to show a passion for excellence for improving society connected to the world in which we live. Our commitment to diversity, is linked to our founders mission of ‘Serving Society with Superior Quality’, which is essential in shaping and creating the organization, serving all people, respectfully, connected to our business. We recognize that everyone is different and that attracting, developing and retaining our employees will create a sustainable working environment which is essential to our success. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate in particular on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age. Apply Now

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