Section Ventilation Officer C5

Company Description

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.

Our Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. We are the world’s leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialised applications that improve lives across the world – from vehicle fuel cells to jewelry; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining.

You put safety first. That’s why we want you.

Job Description

The Section Ventilation Officer is responsible for the maintenance of ventilation and occupational hygiene systems and to provide the immediate supervisor with information to ensure a safe and healthy work environment

You will be tasked with performing the following activities.

• Ensure that legal requirements, group standards and policies are adhered to
• Maintain Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene strategies and systems
• Conduct risk assessments and participate in audits
• Conducts daily ventilation and occupational hygiene inspections and records findings
• Report findings and recommend appropriate interventions
• Management of resources and assets
• Assist in short term ventilation and occupational hygiene planning
• Contribute to the achievement of the objectives and targets of the Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene Department and those of the business area

This role is a C5 reporting to the Shaft Ventilation Engineer.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Elementary certificate in Mine Environmental Control/ Chamber of Mines Intermediate Certificate in Mine Environmental Control
• Working towards Advanced Certification in Mine Environmental Control will be advantageous

Experience

• Experience of at least 2 years in the Mining and / or Refining environment
• Practical experience of at least 5 years in the Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene Field

Skills and Knowledge

• Computer literate in MS Office, SAP, and other specialised technical programs
• Associated member – Mine Ventilation Society of South Africa

Additional Information

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 are a large, successful multinational company – and we are 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. 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.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

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.

Background checks

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

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process

Closing Date: 30 June 2024