Senior Plant Monitor

People. Process. Performance. You’ll keep sight of it all.    

Bold and optimistic. You communicate openly and enjoy being part of a fantastic team with an unwavering commitment to safety.

Come and join us working at Venetia Mine, South Africa’s most valuable diamond mine. As we develop the mine underground, it is also one of the largest infrastructure projects in the country.

To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who think rigorously and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

The candidate is required to assist the Senior Plant Foreman or Supervisor in monitoring the process flow in the plant to ensure optimum and safe tonnage throughput, carat recovery, equipment and resource utilization. The candidate may be required to assist the Supervisor in collecting and analyzing plant samples.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• Monitoring, Reporting on and Adhering to All Safety, Health and Environmental requirements
• Ensure adherence and compliance to plant standards and parameters and report deviations
• Report plant status to relevant Foreman at all times
• Monitor physical conditions and report deviations proactively
• Conduct risk assessments and communicate plant conditions to relevant Ore Processing Controllers
• Ensure accurate record keeping and reporting
• Operate the CRD to maintain adequate deposition space for uninterrupted plant operations between the shifts.
• Form part of sectional MBA’s, SHE Management Programmes and participate in Business Improvement Initiatives (i.e. RRP)
• Takes over or handover shift from off or on-going operator and attends to any abnormalities first then reports to supervisor and receives further instructions
• Do physical inspection of the plant and informs the Ore Processing Foreman of any deviations and corrective action taken including job cards for engineering related problems
• Performs physical inspections of plant equipment according to departmental procedure to minimize breakdowns and production losses by reporting abnormalities to the Ore Processing Controller or Senior Plant Foreman
• Operates and monitor the plant operating parameters and related equipment and assist in equipment maintenance according to production requirements and Standard Operating Procedures
• Communicate plant conditions and parameters to Ore Processing Controller or Supervisor to enable the monitoring or co-ordination of the production process
• Cleans areas of responsibility according to procedures upon instruction from the Senior Plant Foreman
• Help reduce downtime and breakdown of equipment by proactively reporting deviations to standards

• Grade 12 or relevant NQF Level 4 Qualification with Maths and Science
• Valid EC/Code 10 Drivers License
• National Certificate in Mineral Processing level 2 (Advantageous)
• 1 year working experience within the Plant environment
• Ability to operate a Dozer, FEL and ADT mobile equipment.
• Must be able to operate a D10 Dozer
• Polygraph testing will be conducted for Red Area positions

Skills/ Competencies:

• Adherence to standards, policies and procedures.
• Ability to function in a team.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.

• Highly energetic.
• Good communication skills.
• Safety conscious at all times with a Zero Harm attitude.
• Good Work attendance, time management and time keeping
• Ability to utilise training and experience in problem solving initiatives

For all internal applicants

You are required to complete an internal application form and attach detailed CV. This form must be accompanied with a signature from your immediate Line Manager and Head of Department, failure to do so will render your application invalid.

Background Checks

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

Who we are: 

Established in 1888, 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 and build a beneficial legacy. We call it ‘Building Forever’ - it’s fundamental to our pioneering spirit and the purposeful way we do business. 

Values

Put Safety First – We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate – We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together – Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust– We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care – The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.

Shape the Future – We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

Eligibility Criteria 

This role is open only to individuals who currently have right to work in the country stated and we will not be supporting any individuals who might need to relocate.

Closing date 26 September 2025