Job Description

PURPOSE

This position is responsible for the strategic management and operational excellence of a business unit. The position reports to the General Manager and is responsible to ensure efficient management and achievement of contractual objectives of sites in a specific area

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Management

Support & roll out Fraser Alexander's strategic goals.



Ensure business unit complies to company initiatives.



Evaluate and report on the performance against established objectives, budgets, and strategic plans.



Drives their direct reports to identify opportunities for improvement and growth.

Operational Performance

Ensures that Operational sites comply with and execute contractual obligations.



Drives operational excellence and maintain high quality and standards.



Tracks progress, productivity, and financial indicators on sites.



Ensures continuous improvement and implementation of innovations.



Implement controls to meet compliance with company policies, procedures and People Management Processes ( Performance Management, IDP, Succession Management Talent Management.



Ensure company and client asset management systems are in place.

Internal / External Customer Relations

Ensure collaboration, continuous engagement, building and sustaining of relationships with clients.



Ensure delivery of quality service to clients and that Service Level Agreements are adhered to maintain client satisfaction.



Share key insights, trends, best practices and benchmarking in operations with peers, management and clients.



Facilitate with GM, peers , subordinates and clients to ensure that there is common alignment among stakeholders.

SHEQ Management

Ensure sites are aligned with Fraser Alexander SHEQ strategy, objectives and plans.



Implement controls to meet compliance with legislation, Fraser Alexander policies , including ESG and ensure alignment with client SHEQ programs.



Assess site SHEQ performance through formal audits.



Proactively prevent substandard practices.

Managing Budget

Develop the financial budget for the business unit.



Monitor and report on financial performance versus approved budget.



Have in depth understanding of cost drivers.



Proactively avert negative financial performance.



Develop and implement improvement plans for sustainable financial performance at sites.



Develop and implement strategic cost saving initiatives and SPO projects

Reporting

Ensure company routines are implemented effectively.



Setting up KPI tracking dashboards for self, reports and sites.



Develop and implement operational and financial performance tracking dashboards.



Key Competencies



Professionalism



Demonstrates ethics and integrity



Values diversity

QUALIFICATIONS

B-Tech or BSc in Metallurgy/ Chemical Engineering/ other relevant Technical Degree



Postgraduate qualification in Leadership would be advantageous

EXPERIENCE

10 - 15 in Mineral processing.



Experience in developing and implementing integrated operational planning



Knowledge or experience of Engineering Maintenance Management System



Proven track record of implementing business improvement initiatives



Experience in managing financial performance of projects

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Good communication, and interpersonal skills



Strong Relevant Technical Acumen



Financial and Budgeting control skills



Strong problem solving and analytical skills



Knowledge of the Mining Industry and relevant legislation including the Mine Health and Safety Act



Abreast of best practices and new technologies



Knowledge of Business Process and change management methodologies

Closing Date: 29 August 2025