Assistant Process Manager

Mabiza Resources Limited (“Mabiza”) operates the Munali Nickel Mine (“Munali”), which is located in Mazabuka District, 80kms south of Lusaka, Zambia. Mabiza is a wholly-owned entity of Consolidated Nickel Mines Ltd. Munali is currently on care and maintenance but consists of an underground mining operation, a mill, and a conventional Nickel Sulphide floatation Concentrator. Mabiza is seeking the services of an experienced and qualified individual to take up the position of:

Role: Assistant Process Manager

Reporting:  Process Plant Manager

Job Purpose:

The main purpose of mine rescue in the order of their importance are:

• The role is responsible for the operations of the processing plant.
• The role is responsible for the development and implementation of all operating procedures and training of the production team.

Responsibilities

Planning/ Production

• Managing each of the individual process areas (i.e. Crushing, DMS, Grinding, Flotation, Dewatering, Concentrate Handling) to achieve required production levels, quality, and efficiencies.
• Managing operational personnel including the planning, scheduling, and sourcing of skills.
• Daily monitoring of the process and managing strategies to minimize variations within the concentrator.
• Providing feedback on production KPIs.

Organization and People Management

• Managing the succession planning by assisting concentrator management in the decision-making process.
• Developing and maintaining close working relationships with department management team members and cross-area colleagues.
• Managing all training programs through the assistance of a Training Co-ordinator with regards to the continuous improvement requirements of MRL.
• Developing and maintaining team plans, production safety, and operational reporting systems and process performance reporting.

 Financial, Cost & Asset Management

• Initiate and undertake investigations to support cost improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to the preparation of the department operating and capital budgets.
• Participate in department cost analyses and monthly production forecast.
• Advise on the usage of reagents and other consumable items.

Safety

Identify and correct areas of operation, which have an adverse effect on the OHSE of employees.

• Promote safety awareness of employees and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and obligations.
• Conduct safety investigations and implementation of follow up action
• Demonstrate an understanding/commitment to the MRL environmental policy.

Qualifications & Skills

• Grade 12 School Certificate
• Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or Chemistry Degree
• Ten (10) Years’ Experience and at least five (05) Years in Production and the rest in Technical Department.
• A member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
• Working knowledge of a mineral processing plant.
• Knowledge of OH&S and Environmental legislation and extensive experience in risk management and loss control.
• Good leadership of production staff.
• Planning and coordination.
• Possess strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Conflict-resolution.
• Good at interpersonal skills.
• Strong Decision-Making abilities.
• Ability to draw up strategic plans.

MRL offers equal employment opportunities. If you are ready to take up this opportunity, e-mail or post your CV with a full application letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please apply to:

The Human Resources Business Partner

Mabiza Resources Limited

P.O. 50799

MAZABUKA

Or email your application and C.V. to [email protected]

Closing Date: 7th March 2021