Operations and Maintenance Manager

1 week ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa STELO Full time

Job Title:
Operations and Maintenance Manager

Location:
West Africa

Company Overview:

STELO is a projects, operations and maintenance company specialising in starting up new mines.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Operations and Maintenance Manager to oversee the operational and maintenance activities for the commissioning and ramp up of a lithium spodumene operation.


Role Overview:

As the Operations and Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring smooth and efficient commissioning, startup and ramp up of operations of the lithium processing plant in west africa.

Your primary responsibilities will include overseeing day-to-day operations, optimizing plant performance, coordinating maintenance activities, and leading a team of skilled professionals to maximize uptime and productivity.


Key Responsibilities:

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Operational Management:

  • Lead and supervise all operational activities within the lithium processing plant, with a focus on crushing and grinding, flotation, and dewatering processes.
  • Develop and implement operational procedures and protocols to optimize plant efficiency and productivity in these specialized areas.
  • Monitor process parameters and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as necessary.
  • Ensure product quality is to standard through effective metallurgical practices.
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Maintenance Oversight:

  • Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for equipment used in dense media separation, flotation, crushing and grinding, and dewatering processes to minimize downtime and ensure reliable plant operation.
  • Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule and prioritize equipment inspections, repairs, and upgrades in these specialized areas.
  • Forecast spare parts and maintenance supply requirements for equipment and support the pr maintaining adequate inventory levels.
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Team Leadership:

  • Provide leadership and guidance to operations and maintenance teams, particularly in specialized areas such as dense media separation, flotation, crushing and grinding, and dewatering.
  • Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement among team members.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide coaching and training as needed, and identify opportunities for skills development in these specialized areas.
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Budget and Resource Management:

  • Develop and manage budgets for operations and maintenance activities, including expenditures related to dense media separation, flotation, crushing and grinding, and dewatering processes.
  • Optimize resource allocation, including manpower, equipment, and materials, to meet production targets and operational requirements in these specialized areas.
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Compliance and Regulatory Compliance:

  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, including safety, environmental, and operational standards, particularly as they relate to dense media separation, flotation, crushing and grinding, and dewatering processes.
  • Coordinate with regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders to maintain necessary permits and licenses for operations in these specialized areas.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in operations and maintenance management, preferably in the mining or mineral processing industry, with a focus on dense media separation, flotation, crushing and grinding, and dewatering processes.
  • Strong technical knowledge of lithium processing plant operations and maintenance practices, specifically in dense media separation, flotation, crushing and grinding, and dewatering processes.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams, particularly in specialized areas such as dense media separation, flotation, crushing and grinding, and dewatering.
  • Excellent communication, problemsolving, and decisionmaking skills, with the ability to effectively manage and prioritize tasks in a fastpaced environment.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements and safety standards in the mining industry, particularly as they relate to dense media separation, flotation, crushing and grinding, and dewatering processes.
  • Proficiency in relevant software and tools for plant monitoring and maintenance management, with a focus on optimizing dense media separation, flotation, crushing and grinding, and dewatering processes.
  • French proficiency is an advantage
  • Very good health

Conditions

  • 6 week on, 3 week off rotation.
  • Competitive package
  • 2 year contract

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