Job Description

Company Description

-We have an exciting position for a Dispatcher to coordinate and monitor mining production operations' production and secondary in-shift activities through relevant systems to ensure optimal production performance.

Be part of the team.

The team that makes it happen.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to "re-imagine mining to improve people's lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects - exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.





-As a Dispatcher you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:


Adhere to all health and safety practices and requirements. Monitor equipment utilisation and maintenance process to ensure optimal availability during shift. Monitor and manage the in-shift activities of the mining production operations through the system to ensure optimal production performance. Manage the shift handover process to reduce inefficiencies associated with this process. Monitor the data captured by operators and the system's automatic event logging to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Monitor secondary(support) equipment utilisation and process to ensure optimal production support. Monitor, support, and manage the in-shift activities supporting mining production operations. Monitor loading accuracy through HPGPS systems: Provision, MineWare Guided Spotting, MineCare (Misfires and excluding zones). Monitor the data captured by operators and the system's automatic event logging to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Manage the shift handover process to reduce inefficiencies associated with this process. Monitor equipment maintenance process to ensure optimal availability during shift. Monitor and manage the in-shift maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment availabilities(O4R). Manage the maintenance handover process to reduce inefficiencies associated with equipment utilisation. Monitor and optimise equipment fuel levels through systems. Distribution of shift reports. Enter the correct statuses and reason codes, i.e. machines in production, on delay and down. Assign drills and loading tools to the correct locations, and material grades and drill blocks are loaded up with correct design files at the beginning and throughout the shift. Lock Operators in and use production systems accordingly. Assign and define the correct priorities according to the weekly schedule. Lock and bar equipment in line with production priorities. Set the optimisation parameters (e.g. material blending, truck queueing, shovel hanging) on the relevant systems to ensure optimal production performance.

This role is in the Mining (MIN) at a Band 7 level reporting to the MIOC Coordinator.

Qualifications

-Grade 12 Certificate / N3 Technical Relevant Higher National Qualification on NQF5, e.g. Computer Science/Information Technology: System Support/Mining Management Relevant Fleet Management System Certificate (Dispatch) will be an advantage Ms Office Suite Certificate SA Drivers Licence: Code B (Light vehicle)

Experience

3-5 years of Mining production experience. Understand equipment capabilities and limitations. Understands the mining lifecycle, value chain and impact of mining activities on business and operational performance. Understand the impact of operational stressors. Understanding CAD system features such as mapping, GPS tracking, and automated routing. Knowledge of radio protocols and procedures. Basic understanding of GIS software to visualise and analyse spatial data. Knowledge of MMS software for tracking production data, equipment performance, and personnel locations. Understanding FMS software for tracking vehicle location, fuel consumption, and maintenance schedules. Knowledge of safety management software for tracking incident reports, safety inspections, and training records.

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're a large, successful multinational company - and we're 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, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.


As a responsible miner - of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel - we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. 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.

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.

How to Apply

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