Control Room Operator

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: 21.04.2026

CLOSING DATE: 28.04.2026

DEPARTMENT / DOMAIN: PROCESSING - SMELTER

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To monitor and control equipment and processes from a B-Class Control Room in a Mineral Processing Environment in terms of compliance with operational procedures and quality assurance requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 (with Mathematics and Physical Science) or NQF 4 Equivalent is essential
• 3 years working experience in processing plant environment is essential
• Computer Literacy (Micro Station, MS Office, ISATIS, MRM) is essential
• Valid Medical Certificate or be medically fit in order to obtain such a certificate

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge pertaining to basic Health & Safety principles in a workplace
• Plant knowledge
• Computer knowledge
• Knowledge of environmental policies and procedures
• Operating relevant control room computer system
• Knowledge of safe work procedures

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Monitors and controls the plant, equipment and processes with assistance from the plant supervisor and field operator to ensure safe, efficient and effective operation.
• Responds to non-conformances and emergencies in the processing environment.
• Contributes to team goals, achievements and efficiencies by adhering to agreed working methods.
• Receives instructions from the shift supervisor with regards to the shift hand-over.
• Monitors the operational parameters in a mineral processing environment with assistance from the shift supervisor.
• Interprets, records and reports minerals processing data obtained from visual inspections.
• Works according to the Health and Safety regulations.
• Works and interprets technologically advanced instrumentations and computer systems.
• Understands the impact of up and down steam processes and his role in that context.
• 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.
• Supports and participates in change management initiatives to drive transformation and optimisation.
• Builds, supports and maintains healthy diverse internal and external relations and implements remedial actions
• where required.
• Provides relevant support to stakeholders to ensure team objectives are achieved.
• 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.
• Performs regular inspections in area of work and report hazards to ensure environment is safety and hazard free and recommends remedial action where necessary.

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 Company's 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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