Company Description
Come and join this dedicated team as our
PS Officer Specialised where you will be responsible for supervising and developing the team of Technicians and Assistant Technicians, within an Anglo American Platinum Operation to ensure that they perform their duties and that employees and assets are protected within the law. Technical and Systems support, maintenance, installations, advice and recommendations for advanced / improved technology will be part of the activities of this role.
Number of positions : 1
Location of positions: Smelters
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.
Job Description
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Effective provision of Technical Support and Supervision of the Security Technical department
- Inspect all company property within delegated area of responsibility.
- Risk assessment and hazard identification
- Continuously liaise with the Supervisor on technical activities.
- Ensure that safety and legal standards are adhered to in performing technical duties.
- Ensure that operating standards and procedures are up to date and understood by the team.
- Monitor and advise on the settings of monitoring equipment to optimize performance.
- Control issuing and receiving of all equipment and spares
- Issue, receive and register all equipment in the department
- Ensure that materials, resources and equipment are available and in working order for the teams requirements Conducts inventory and stock checks on a monthly basis.
- Compile accurate technical reports including incident and investigation reports.
- Complete applicable safety, injury, hazard, risk and incident reports for area.
- Ensure that accurate labour records including overtime worked are maintained for the team where applicable.
- Prepare ad-hoc reports for management or other information customers.
- Complete regular audits and observations required in the Unit.
- Ensure that system administration requirements are complied with
- Ensures that all tasks and duties and subordinate tasks and duties are done, as prescribed and in accordance with standard procedures and in a confidential manner
- Effective liaison with Protection Services specialists
- Document and report all disciplinary actions taken
- Regularly check reports for any irregularities and disturbances and report on that
- Support disciplinary and grievance inquiries
- Identify potential conflict situations and minimize the implications
- Control discipline and ensure fair decisions regarding ER policy
- Abides by and understand all security codes, standards, procedures and orders
- Identify opportunities to improve security and access systems
- Participation in improvement projects within Protection Services
- Support efforts to overcome operational problems
- Identify risks and threats to the process/functions proactively
- Communicate effectively with Line Manager
- Encourage co-operation and teamwork between team, clients, service-providers and vendors
- Support of HR initiatives and participate in meetings and seminars
- Forward complaints and recommendations to security manager
This role is at C4 level reporting to the PS Senior Superintendent
Qualifications
- Grade 12
- Registered with PSIRA Grade B
- Advantageous: formal qualification / certificate in technical field / technology
Certifications
- Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s license
- Registered with PSIRA Grade B
Experience
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in Security or equivalent environment of which 2 years should be in supervisory position.
- CCTV surveillance systems and control room systems experience (install, configure & maintain).
- Access Control Systems experience (install, configure & maintain).
- Biometric / Wave Reader experience (install, configure & maintain).
- Alarm / Early warning systems experience (install, configure & maintain).
- Advantageous: Experience in installation, configuring & maintenance of turnstiles, metal detectors and walk-through metal detectors, seismic systems, key control systems
Knowledge And Skills
- Communications in English (spoken, written and reading)
- Proficient in computer literacy.
- Proficient in report writing.
- Advanced skills in handling and resolving technical problems
Additional Information
Who We Are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet? That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.
As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.
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.
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 fulfill their potential.
Anglo American Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Anglo American Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.
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
Closing date: 21 March 2025
