Environmental Manager – Oil and Gas

The Environmental Manager will be responsible for the monitoring of the Environmental Management relating to my clients onshore operations in Nigeria as well as controlling environmental methodologies and techniques.

Responsibilities
• To monitor the environmental management of the site implementing control techniques and methodologies
• To check the conformity fulfilment and verification in the environment issues for the activity developed to the related organizational unit
• To plan and track environmental issues in operations
• To ensure that knowledge of environmental protection standards and regulations (on emissions in air, soil and water, acoustic emissions and waste management) is updated and disseminated
• To ensure that environmental management system conforms to certification standards and Company policies
• To use techniques and operating methods for environmental planning, training and control
• To manage environmental obligations and conformity assessments for activities at an organizational Unit level, and oversee reporting
• To conduct internal environmental audits

Requirements
• Degree in Environmental Management/Sciences with preference given to advanced degrees
• At least 5 years Environmental Management experience within the Oil and Gas sector
• Experience within an Oil and Gas contracting company will be an advantage
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrable knowledge of environmental systems and methodologies

This position will be offered on a single status, 12 month renewable contract on a 75/21 rotation. The salary offered will be up to US$6000 per month – final package offered will be in line with experience and knowledge. Benefits include medical aid (including dependents), cost of rotational flights will be covered, single accommodation provided along with full boarding, insurances.

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@camining.com quoting the reference number GM340

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

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Vice President Projects – Diamond Mining

Responsible for all project and development evaluation aspects of the company’s operations. Provide leadership and coordination in the administrative, business planning, and project management aspects of the company.

Responsibilities
• Plan, lead, and deliver on key projects that enable economic returns and achieve operational excellence in support of the growth objectives of the Company
• Responsible for defining project scope and objectives, develop work plans, schedules, estimates, resource plans and status reports
• Work directly as a member of the executive team to ensure the needs and expectations-regarding communication, budget, approach, results, and timing are met
• Lead cross-functional teams, working with all relevant stakeholders to refine strategy, gather and document requirements and identify potential impact in terms of results (cost, quality, timeliness) and process/operations, technology, organization (including people), finances
• Interface with stakeholders and senior management to confirm project sponsorship and support, agree strategy, and report progress, achievements, significant issues and risks
• Work with Operations, Technology, and Business Unit stakeholders to understand their priorities and make sure that they are represented correctly
• Demonstrate strong program and project governance and delivery skills – initiation, planning, execution, status reporting, financials, stakeholder management, resource management, risks, issues, dependencies and prioritization
• Recommend cost-effective solutions to address business challenges and/or opportunities
• Ensure that effective project management governance, procedures, tools and financial controls are established and maintained for the program’s operations
• Ensure all participants are clear on project goals, benefits, methods, roles and responsibilities are well understood

Requirements
• The ideal candidate will possess an executive-level presence; experience in leading an engineering team of 10+ professionals with the requisite management and communication skills
• A quality background in project management, engineering-mechanical, mine operations; plus the understanding of the profit component of business
• A successful background in project management, being well organized, detail oriented with excellent technical writing skills
• The ability to communicate at all levels with clients and within the management team; and, a current Professional Engineering designation and PMP credentials
• Shall posses the ability to motivate teams to produce quality deliverables within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects. Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings
• Shall be able to manage multiple work streams simultaneously
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule. Regular travel to operational sites will be required

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@camining.com quoting the reference number GM339

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

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Senior Metallurgist – Flotation

The Senior Metallurgist is responsible for managing all the analysis/test work using flotation technologies/principals whilst overseeing the daily operations of the department.

Responsibilities
• Design and costing of metallurgical testwork programmes in liaison with client and participate in project decision making
• Management and control of metallurgical testwork (bench and pilot) to ensure timely, accurate and cost effective completion
• Extensive Report writing , data control/processing and reporting of testwork according to company guidelines with minimal input from the Line Manager
• Evaluation of results and interpretation
• Management, training and direction of subordinates in quality, testwork methodology, safety and time management and enhance productivity
• Apply accepted validation techniques to ensure confidence in test results
• Assist in development and validation of methods
• Management of existing client base, and generation of new business from new and existing clients
• Assist Metallurgical Manager in formulation and execution of business and strategic planning.
• Meet company targets with respect to turnover, quality and safety
• Responsible for Health and Safety within Section
• Budget forecasts are compiled, submitted and controlled
• Responsible for effective and appropriate use of equipment, facilities and good housekeeping

Requirements
• Degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering
• At least 5 years experience working with PGM’s
• At least 2 years project work experience as a project leader
• Experience with Gold and Copper Flotation will be an advantage
• Team Management and Supervision experience
• Knowledge on Health and Safety procedures, First aid
• Highly conscious about contaminations

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@camining.com quoting the reference number GM326

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

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EARTH MOVING MACHINERY ENGINEER (Gauteng Ref: NM27)

An international mining company that has operations in South Africa and beyond is currently seeking an Earth Moving Machinery Engineer to join their world class team.

To be successful for this position the candidate has to have the following;

•                    Minimum of 2 years managerial experience

•                    Mechanical Engineering qualification or relevant degree

•                    5 years’ experience (the least) in the open cast mining industry as an Earth Moving Machinery Engineer

The role of this successful candidate will be to conduct continuous development and coaching regarding best practices within the HME discipline.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•                    Expert support and provision of operational technical support to the relevant business units and mines sites

•                    Administration coordination of all HME standards or guidelines

•                    Monitoring technical compliance towards the standards / guidelines

•                    Strategic coordination of HME spares within company

•                    Identify improvement opportunities in the HME environment and deliver support on execution thereof

To apply send CV’s to Nwabisa@camining.com

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Pronto Support and Implementation Consultant – ERP

My client is a software consultancy that serves the African and Asian mining industry with systems to improve operations and productivity. They are currently looking for Support and Implementation Consultants to be trained on and to implement their ERP product.

Requirements:
• University qualified accountants with 3-5 years experience
• A good understanding of the mining industry and its processes
• Experience with implementing ERP systems specifically pronto xi
• Ability to provide training and ongoing support on the software to users
• Training or coaching experience advantageous
• Fluent in English
• Excellent presentation and communication skills

The job would be office based in Johannesburg with regular travel to clients across around Southern Africa.

Candidates would need to attend training at the head-offices in Mauritius for three months at first, before starting employment in JHB

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@camining.com quoting the reference number GM338

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

To view all our current vacancies please visit www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

Managing Director – Mining Contracting

My client, a leading Mining Contracting Company, is seeking an established Managing Director to take full responsibility for operations spanning across Shaft Sinking, Mine Development, Underground Construction and other technical services.

Requirements
• Tertiary qualification in Mining i.e. Mine Manager’s Certificate / BSc Mining Engineering / B-Tech Mining etc.
• MBA an added advantage,
• Strong hard rock underground mining experience,
• Experience in mining contracting,
• Good communication & people skills, leadership qualities & a team player,
• Well respected and accepted within the Mining & Mining Contracting industry,
• Good professional references

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@camining.com quoting the reference number GM337

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

To view all our current vacancies please visit www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

Business Unit Manager - GeoChemistry

You will be responsible for implementing Corporate Business Policies whilst planning and achieving objectives and budgetary targets.

Responsibilities
• To ensure that company and group policies are implemented
• Plan and develop business services, including new services, in all parts of Southern Africa in collaboration with the minerals business development team
• To project and help in achieving budgetary targets in all activities , Monitoring and periodic reporting of budgetary performance, detect reasons for shortfall, if any, and take measures to correct this situation.
• Development of technical capabilities, recruitment and training of personnel, in different skills/areas, as may be required at a given place.
• Liaise with respective product and regional VPs and other affiliates in exchanging information promoting services
• Market Studies/Research, Identification of Business Opportunities, Planning Strategies for Promotion, Marketing and Publicity of the minerals services
• Administration of contracts and determination and review of rates and services conditions, and help in framing/concluding new contracts
• Customer management individually as well as in association with product /regional VPs, Managing Director and Business Development Manager.
• Ensure that the company’s Quality Assurance Programme is implemented and maintained.
• Maintain full communication channel to the Regional MD and ensure that the Regional MD is kept current and informed on all aspects of Operations that have any direct or indirect impact on HSE and Quality
• Actively participate in Quality Improvement Projects
• Assess need and organise Internal Audits of operations and minerals laboratories
• To work with the Regional Managing Director Southern Africa and VP Minerals Africa so as to maximise business returns whilst minimising exposure and risk for the company.

Requirements
• University degree in a Science related program with a strong preference in Geochemistry or a related Field is required
• Proficiency in various types of computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CCLAS)
• Minimum of 10 years experience in a minerals laboratory/trade environment
• Expert working knowledge of the mining and minerals industry
• Strong leadership and management skills with a demonstrated ability to lead and manage people

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@camining.com quoting the reference number GM336

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

To view all our current vacancies please visit www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

Regional Marketing Manager – Laboratory Environment

You will be responsible for pro-actively selling and promoting my client’s product range, driving new business development and performing market research in order to generate revenue for all divisions within the organisation.

Responsibilities
• Create overall marketing strategy
• Research, develop and implement marketing strategy
• Business plan development and identify potential customers
• Making every effort to maximize both sales and long term profit
• Proposal generation and problem solving.
• Client visits, build relationships with key clients.
• Securing of orders.
• Conduct documented sales planning as per KPI’s targets set by Regional Managing Director and specific Divisional Business Manager.
• Implement the Sales and Marketing Plan for South Africa and Tropical Africa.
• Ensure targets for proposals, clients visits, sales of new clients and sales revenue for specific divisions are achieved
• Proposal follow-up on all proposals in accordance with sales policies and procedures,
• Manage customer satisfaction surveys and report results and trends when required to do so, and include in a Monthly Sales Report (Dashboard report, Detailed Proposals Presented and Accepted, plus updated Actions report on clients visited).

Requirements
• Relevant degree or diploma (Marketing, Business Management)
• An additional degree in Science or Chemistry will be an advantage
• At least 5 years experience operating at a senior level in a similar environment
• Strong managerial and leadership skills
• Financial (business plan development) experience

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@camining.com quoting the reference number GM335

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

To view all our current vacancies please visit www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

HoD – Geochemistry Quality Systems

You will be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the quality system as well as ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the quality assurance program.

Responsibilities
• Assist with strategic planning for quality in the Division
• Maintain an up to date scope of testing and co-ordination of the documentation and standard operating procedures required to comply with laboratory ISO accreditation.
• Maintain the definitions and statistics in an up to date fashion in respect to predictions and conclusions regarding Laboratory data.
• Maintain equipment inventory, tracking of logbooks, SRM’s, sample forms, appropriate authorised documentation controlled and or removed and archived when obsolete.
• Facilitate and monitor method validation process
• Coordinate and administer the improvement systems
• Build relationships with all technical and professional personnel, suppliers and clients
• Assist with the evaluation and root cause analysis of proficiency tests, customer complaints, and improvement requests.
• Provide planned quality related training and awareness as required
• Facilitate and plan all management reviews
• Ensure integrity of monthly inputs into the QHSE Report.

Requirements
• Relevant Degree or Diploma (Science/Quality/Chemistry)
• ISO or College Quality Assurance Program Diploma
• 8 Years work experience in a testing environment
• 5 Years management system experience (ISO 9000, 17025 or other)
• Advance Microsoft software experience
• Document and report writing experience
• Statistical Quality Control knowledge

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@camining.com quoting the reference number GM334

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

To view all our current vacancies please visit www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

Chief Surveyor (Mpumalanga: Ref NM26)

A leading South African mining company is urgently seeking a Chief Surveyor for their underground and opencast mines.

To be successful for this role the candidate has to have the following;

·         B. Tech in Minerals Surveying

·         A Mine Surveyor’s certificate of competency

·         Worked as a Senior Surveyor for at least 5 years in Mining Survey as

·         3 Years Micro Station/CAD experience

·         At least 2 years GPS experience

·         Underground and Opencast Mining experience as a Chief Surveyor

·         Surveyor software Modelmaker, Surpac and Minex

This candidate will be responsible for the entire management of the company’s survey department, planning of mine, Payment of contractors (opencast) and Monthly report writing

To apply send your CV to Nwabisa@caglobalint.com

For more vacancies visit the following websites;

http://www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com/

www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

General Manager for Underground Mine (Free State: Ref NM25)

An international mining company that has operations in South Africa and beyond is urgently seeking a General Manager for their underground mine.

To be successful for this role the candidate has to have the following;

-          10 years’ experience within a deep level mining environment of which 5 years’ experience is on a Managerial level

-          A post qualification in business studies, i.e. MBA/MBL

-          BSc/BTech degree in Mining Engineering

-          Experience in trackless mining will be highly advantageous

-          A Mine Manager’s Certificate for Mines & Works

-          Great knowledge on SA labour legislation framework

-          A proven track record in safety and production performance

-          South African candidates are encouraged to apply

This successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the Occupational Health and Safety, Environment and Production of the mine. Hence, his business acumen will be useful when leading a team of Senior Managers on the operation for different functions and liaising with Stakeholders management and other corporate governance matters.

To apply send your CV to Nwabisa@caglobalint.com

For more vacancies visit the following websites;

http://www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com/

www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

Senior Resource Geologist - Russia

The incumbent will be expected to do Geological modelling and estimate grades. Assistance with QA/QC and Model reconciliations will be expected, and support for the Geological drillhole database must be provided. Final reports for most project work will be expected at high level.

Desired Qualifications:

§ Relevant tertiary education - BSc Geology (Hons.)

Experience:

§  Minimum of 10 years appropriate experience including Exploration, Mining and a minimum of 5 years Resource Evaluation experience

§  JORC competent

§  Experience in coal is essential

§  Previous consulting experience is advantageous

Skills:

§ Technical skills: Resource assessment, QA/QC knowledge, Resource Estimation and Reporting, Mine reconciliation

§ Management skills: Reporting, Communication, Planning, Mentoring etc.

§ Commercial skills: Project review deal negotiation, Project development and Operational experience

§ Must be culturally aware

If you meet above criteria for Senior Resource Geologist - Russia please email CV to alisha@caglobalint.com

Senior Mining Engineer - China

Requirements

Relevant Tertiary qualification is essential

Postgraduate degree is advantageous

Minimum 3-5 years experience

Open pit mining exposure is a must, preferably in a coal environment

Technically competent in methodology and processes

Proficient in mining computer software related to open pit mining

Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

Must be fluent in English

Responsibilities

Review and endorse relevant schedules;

Assist in ensuring project budgets are closely managed, monitored and accurately reported;

Assist in formulation and management of project execution strategies;

Take initiative with corrective or contingency actions to deal with threats to progress and outcome;

Coordinate engineering project activities;

Ensuring compliance with the company policies and procedures;

Undertake investigations into alternative mining methods and systems;

Creating and implementing medium to long term mine plan and designs that provide a safe working environment and effective and efficient waste movement;

Communicating concerns and improvements initiatives to supervisors and management;

Formulate and track short term plans ensuring that key objectives are met to achieve medium to long term plans;

Participate in the training, mentoring and development of employees;

Building and maintaining good working relationships with the alternative departments;

Able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders within the company.

If you meet above criteria for Senior Mining Engineer - China  please email CV to nicky@caglobalint.com

Chief Operating Officer – Commodities Trading

As COO you will define and organize the structure and the processes of my client’s activities in order to allow the growth of the business. The position covers current and future activities for the whole of Southern Africa spanning 12 countries including Angola, DRC, Madagascar etc.

Responsibilities:
• Management of all execution and logistics team (6 people but growing), international and domestic contracts, supervision of agent business, domestic logistics, and stocks controls; grow team and increase skills
• Manage toll crush, industrial assets and warehouse activity, supervise staff and implement controls process
• Implement and grow structure, processes, reporting, KPIs. Align Operation, IT and Industrial activities with the group’s standard and ensure that all offices are compliant to the group’s reporting and structural requirements
• Ensure optimum efficiency between finance, trading and operations processes to allow business development
• Contribute to the development of an asset base, with a key focus on metals and oil-related assets (logistics and processing), and more specifically:
o contribute to the preparation of new investments from an operational, process and control perspective;
o lead the implementation of new projects and businesses from an operational perspective;
• Create, maintain and nurture high level relationship with key official bodies (e.g. Customs, Port authorities, Inland revenue)
• Contribute to the preparation and implementation of the Growth Strategy for Southern Africa with the General Manager

Requirements:
• 10 to 15 years of experience in similar business environment
• 5 years of management experience
• Previous metals and / or industrial management is a strong advantage
• Strong organization skills, with expertise in process improvement and multiple tasks coordination
• Proven leadership and management skills
• Ability to work in a high-pressure atmosphere on a daily basis
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral, in English,
• Self-starter with ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong analytical skills
• French language skills will be a distinct advantage

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@caglobalint.com quoting the reference number GM333

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

To view all our current vacancies please visit www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

Client Liaison Officer – Analytical Chemistry

The Client Liaison Officer will be responsible for all aspects of the client communications functions for my clients Geochemistry/Analytical Chemistry department. This is a great opportunity to join an international company that is experiencing great growth in the South African market.

Responsibilities
• Compile Request for Quotations and follow up on acceptance of quotations / proposals issued
• Effective handling of all client queries and close outs
• Status updates on new and existing projects
• Review and report discrepancies/anomalies on work received
• Requests for information about services offered and methodology
• Post project follow up on the services rendered
• Assist satellite branches with information on clients, methods, quotes and invoices
• Devise trend analysis on customer queries / complaints for effective feedback to the Operations Manager

Requirements
• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Minimum 2 - 5 years experience in the administrative aspects of Analytical Services
• Minimum 2 experience in a commercial laboratory environment
• Must be fully acquainted with LIMS system (CCLASS EL).
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Great attention to detail

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@caglobalint.com quoting the reference number GM332

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

To view all our current vacancies please visit www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

HoD – Client Liaison for Geochemistry Dept

As HoD you will be responsible for all aspects regarding the Client Communication and Administrative functions for the Analytical division as well as manage the Sample Logistics personnel and processes

Responsibilities
• Accountable for all analytical reports and invoices to be generated correctly and sent to the correct client on time
• Accountable for the reconciliation of monthly departmental revenue with accounts department
• Assisting Finance team with debt collection/remittances and allocation
• Assist with the compilation monthly production plan in line with clients’ requirements
• Draw up quotations / proposals as per client requests in a timely manner
• Monthly Revenue forecasting as per the monthly production plan.
• Oversee the client liaison function
• Assist satellite branches with information on clients, methods, quotes and invoices
• Accountable for formulating changes, improving work flow and maximum utilization of resources in the departments.
• Overall accountable for development, effective utilization and supervision of human resources within the department, including training, recruitment and IR issues.
• Ensure compliance and / or effective execution of all company policies

Requirements
• B-degree with good communication skills. Mathematics background would be an added advantage.
• A Strong Financial background / qualification will be an added advantage
• Must be fully acquainted with the LIMS system (CCLASS EL).
• Minimum 5 years experience in the administrative and financial aspects of Analytical Chemistry Services
• Minimum 5 years experience in a commercial laboratory environment
• Proven Management sills

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@caglobalint.com quoting the reference number GM331

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

To view all our current vacancies please visit www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

Strategy Manager – Iron Mining Operations

Forming part of the Senior Management team you be responsible for the scoping and delivery of discrete pieces of Strategic analysis around iron and steel industry.

Responsibilities
• Manage the creation of a fact base and evaluation of strategic alternatives around key strategic issues, working with multi disciplinary project teams from across the organisation
• Prepare presentations for Exco and Board, illustrating the fact base, strategic alternatives and valuation of key strategic issues for the business
• Synthesise market and competitive position, operational and financial characteristics, and stakeholder objectives into a compelling strategic plan in the context of a changing technology and industry environment
• Contribute to team debate about identifying and scoping strategic industry analysis that will provide a competitive advantage
• Collate and sense check forecasts of key financial and industry parameters to be used for strategic decision making and valuations, with support from a Business Analyst
• Staying abreast of industry, competitive, and regulatory trends that can impact the business unit, including gathering of competitive intelligence and insight from cross-functional, multi-national sources across the company and disseminating it to appropriate groups

You will need:
• Minimum of 6 year's relevant experience needed
• Applicants should be in possession of a relevant Financial/Engineering degree
• A post graduate qualification such as an MBA will be advantageous
• Prior experience in consulting, strategy management, market analysis, etc.
• Good understanding of mining and/or extractive industries
• Strong analytical, numerical and conceptual abilities

To apply, send your CV in word format to graham@caglobalint.com quoting the reference number GM330

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

To view all our current vacancies please visit www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za

Fire Assay Head of Department

As HoD you will be responsible for the day to day management, planning, coordination and operation of the Fire Assay department.

Responsibilities
• Responsible for the day to day management, planning, coordination and operation of the Fire Assay department.
• Responsible for planning, reviewing and monitoring of capital, revenue and expense budgeting.
• Maintain appropriate shift structures and shift rosters in order to address workload and throughput as per sectional capacity targets and client commitments.
• Maintain, monitor, procure and manage appropriate stock levels within budgetary constraints and workload requirements.
• Responsible for sample routing, formulating changes, improving work flow and maximum utilization of resources in the departments.
• Coordinate Method Development and Method Validation.
• Responsible for effective and appropriate use of equipment and facilities including breakdowns, maintenance, repairs and servicing according to internal schedules.
• Responsible for development, effective utilization and supervision of human resources within the department, including training, recruitment and discipline.
• Determine, manage and drive initiatives in order to implement and monitor accreditation requirements as per ISO17025 requirements.

Requirements
• B.Sc, BTech or National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry
• Minimum of 5 years experience in relevant field at a senior level
• Solid Management/Senior Supervisory experience.
• Solid reporting and validation experience
• Solid Fire Assay technical knowledge.
• Solid experience in client liaison
• Must be fully acquainted with the LIMS system (Cclas EL)

To apply, please send your CV in word format to graham@caglobalint.com quoting the reference number GM329

This position is only open to South African citizens

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted

To view all our current vacancies please visit www.mining-jobs-south-africa.co.za