Engineering Superintendent: Plant

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: 20.08.2026

CLOSING DATE: 27.08.2026

DEPARTMENT: PROCESSING-SMELTERS

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To co-ordinate, facilitate and liaise on a tactical level regarding engineering support services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12/NQF level 4 qualification is essential

• A recognized Engineering Trade qualification – Mechanical (Section 13/26D) is essential

• Mechanical Engineering Diploma or NQF 6 equivalent is essential

• A Minimum of 5 years' experience as an Engineering Foreman in Processing (Internal) is essential

• A Minimum of 3 years' experience as an Engineering Superintendent in Smelting (External) is essential

• Foreman/Supervisory development programme certification is desirable

• Computer literacy (MS Office package) is essential

COMPETENCIES:

• Legislative and mine standards knowledge

• Knowledge of maintenance standards and quality

• Conflict and dispute resolution skills

• Knowledge of SAP procedures

• Organisational Skills

• Project Management Skills

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Achieves and maintains plant and equipment efficiency and running time.

• Implements contingency plans to reduce production losses.

• Implements effective operational and tactical management principles and procedures.

• Effectively monitors costs through budgeting and project management methodologies.

• Ensures compliance and reviews legislative and engineering standards.

• Ensures adherence to Impala's standards and procedures.

• Oversee Foremen performance, maintenance and infrastructure equipment.

• Managing of Shut down tasks and implementation of Maintenance tactics.

• Implements initiatives aimed at eliminating waste, improving productivity and reducing operating costs within scope and assists with the implementation thereof to contribute to the achievement of operational objectives.

• Builds, supports and maintains healthy diverse internal and external relations and implements remedial actions where required.

• Adheres to safety regulations and mine standards, procedures and practices and reports non-compliance.

• Participates in regular safety meetings and makes recommendations to ensure overall safety.

Our people set us apart and make us a winning team we are excited to have someone new join our ranks

IMPORTANT:

Short listed candidates may be subjected to a psychometric assessment. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, the Companys Recruitment Policy, and Employment Equity Plan.

Should you not hear from the human resources department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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