Controller, Process | Careers at FQM

The holder of this position will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise operators in the process areas of the Hydromet Plant and ensure that all safe work procedures are observed. Comply with all aspects of Regulation 214 of the Mining Regulations of Zambia.
• Undertake regular inspections of all plant areas of responsibility eliminate or control detected hazards, ensure compliance with safe operating procedures and conduct regular toolbox/safety meetings with crews.  
• Supervise personnel in accordance with established policies.
• Ensure that faults and breakdowns are assessed quickly and that a maintenance response is initiated. Raise required work orders. Ensure that all isolations and safe work systems are applied consistently and efficiently. 
• Take an active role in the training and development of all staff members in the section.
• Actively participate in daily operational and maintenance planning.
• Ensure all area log sheets and daily reports are maintained in a timely quality fashion.
• Actively participate in all departmental activities including skills training, shift handover communications, toolbox meetings, safety KPI’s and any other activities as required by the Supervisor.
• Foster the development of employees to improve their performance and safety awareness.
• Ensure that all personnel in the shift comply with all policies and procedures.
• Accept personal responsibility for following up on training and identified development needs.
• Demonstrate leadership skills and behaviour. Set a good example for others.
• Provide practical hands-on training, mentoring, and development to other less experienced process plant operators.
• Coach and mentor inexperienced operators to the highest possible level to meet an acceptable standard for successful competency testing.
• Train, mentor, and develop area operators, were identified to attain a level of competency equal to this position description.
• Provide training and development opportunities for all direct reports on an ongoing basis.
• Other duties as directed by the Supervisor.

Qualification

• Diploma in Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering or equivalent

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years relevant plant experience in a Hydromet or related field
• Supervisory experience in plant operations.

Behavioural Traits

• Teamwork
• Bold Initiative
• Thinking Safety
• Upholding Quality
• Technical skill
• Driving Quantity
• Driving Attendance

Operational Requirements

• Valid drivers’ license
• Computer literate
• Standby duties
• Working at heights
• Confined spaces
• Understanding of corrosive and toxic substances

Closing Date 22-06-2020 | Apply Now

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