Diamond Future Smart Manager

De Beers Technology business

The De Beers Technology Business has operations in both Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa and is part of the De Beers Group. We deliver technical services and technology systems to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the De Beers Diamond value chain (from exploration to diamond recovery). Activities include marine geophysical survey, sampling, and mining, projects, engineering, technology development and maintenance. Projects completed include the establishment and development of a fleet of mining ships and all associated equipment. We provide specialised diamond processing and recovery technology for the De Beers Group Exploration and Mining Operations. We are the industry leader in marine mining practices resulting in the most successful and advanced marine mining equipment and operations globally.  

The context of the role is within the Technical engineering & strategy / strategic projects portfolio of the De Beers Technology; which will integrate and streamline in line with the De Beers Group Strategy, Upstream clients, project requirements, and technology trends & opportunities; focused on the sustainable provision and delivery of technology to the upstream operations of De Beers Group.

The purpose of the role is to lead novel strategic upstream technology initiatives to enable the Group to achieve production, cost effectiveness, efficiencies and improvements through technology, and ultimately the transition of De Beers’ operations and projects to Future Smart operations.

Your role will include:

• Manage budget for area of responsibility.
• Manage specialised team of direct (and indirect collaborating reports) to enable and execute on Upstream Technology Strategy and associated appropriate technology development pathways
• Leads and develops the performance of the team in line with Anglo American’s performance management system and company values, in order to achieve objectives.
• Identifies novel technology initiatives for leading mining/processing/control/operating procedures and methods across De Beers Group upstream
• Interpret and understand De Beers and Upstream strategy together with Client requirements and opportunities
• Undertakes analyse, synthesize and modelling of complex scenarios via simple model abstractions to provide insights between technology, operational-context and value to support and inform the De Beers Upstream Technology Strategy
• Develop long term (Horizon 2 & Horizon 3) Technology Strategy framework and portfolio options and integrate into overall Upstream Technology Strategy
• Communicates understanding and insights from analysis to Upstream Technology management to guide and inform Technology Strategy and appropriate technology development pathways
• Conceptualise solutions and execute initiatives to solve Technology systems requirements to address challenges pertinent to the delivery of a diamond Future smart operation
• Evaluates current mining/process/sampling sub systems and generate new innovative concepts that will replace current systems.
• Executes technology development plans in a manner that seeks to maximise the synergy between functions producing consistent Technology deliverables.

Formal qualifications:

• 4yr Bachelors/Honors level degree (or equivalent with Engineering Sciences preferred)
• Mining/ Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred

Additional requirements:

• Minimum of 12 years’ relevant mining/processing/extractive industry experience
• Minimum 5 years’ experience at management level
• Minimum of 5 years in Technology Development
• Mining or earth moving mining equipment experience
• GCC mines and works advantageous
• Experience and proven track record in upstream mining and/or processing related technical and/or economic evaluation
• Experience and proven track record in technology scanning, technology development, innovation pathways and knowledge sharing.
• Computer simulation/modelling experience
• Experience with automation and implementation of automation technology
• Experience in financial evaluation and commercial principles
• Experience and proven track record with technology development pathways, and associated schedules and risks
• Experience in simulation/modelling of techno-economic scenarios including expert use of MS Excel for simulation or other modelling tool where appropriate
• Sound knowledge and experience in typical upstream mining value-chain (with sound knowledge and experience in various upstream technology systems or components a distinct advantage)
• Skill/experience in assimilating knowledge gained into appropriate reports/databases, and dissemination of insights/technology through technical reports and presentations.
• Prioritise and structure own work & effectively manages own time in a largely unstructured role
• Operational agility – recognises that the technology development and support environment requires a flexible and adaptable personality resilient to customer driven operational.
•  Travel will be required

A full job description will be shared as part of the interview process.

Closing Date:  07 July 2025

Who we are:

De Beers Group is the world’s leading diamond company with unrivalled expertise in the exploration, mining, sorting, valuing, selling and marketing of diamonds. Together with our joint venture partners, we operate in more than 20 countries across six continents.



We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.



We build partnerships and connect with our people and their communities to make a positive contribution to the wider world. We’re constantly developing new ways to make an impact on both people and the planet and build a beneficial legacy. We call it ‘Building Forever’ - it’s fundamental to our pioneering spirit and the purposeful way we do business.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us.  We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.

Building Forever

Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business.   Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications

Closing Date:  07 July 2025