Section Manager Operational Risk

Anglo American has a portfolio of world-class mining operations. We mine, process, move and market the essential ingredients that enable a cleaner, more connected world and that meet fast growing consumer-driven demands for products from smartphones to electric cars. Our basic materials build homes, offices, railways and airports, and our diamonds fulfil people's dreams.

Platinum

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 jewellery; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining.

Number of positions: 1

Location of positions: Mototolo Complex

Section Manager Operational Risk will lead and provide specialist support in the implementation and execution of operational risk management (ORM) and assurance programs at mining and process operations.

Below are some of the key responsibilities:

• Ensure ORM framework and group Assurance programs are effectively implemented for the assigned sites.
• Facilitate the analysis of Priority Unwanted Events (PUEs) and validate critical control monitoring routines.
• Participate in audits and Inspections as required: Level 1 audits and inspections – lead and coordinate. Level 2 or 3 cross audit initiatives – participate and support as required.
• Report, monitor and track ORM and Assurance KPIs for the assigned sites.
• Implement ORM and Assurance training program to build site capabilities following group guidelines. Monitor competency of trained personnel.
• Deliver self-assessments to ORM and Assurance programs to guarantee consistency and adhere to group instructions.
• Routinely advise operational leaders of ORM and Assurance performance and necessary actions.
• Support the implementation of leading safety and sustainable development strategies and practices across mining and process operations and projects in Anglo American.
• Facilitate the use of SHE digital platform (Isometrix, Teammate and GRC) to collect and analyse assurance findings.
• Consistently apply Safety & Health principles in all interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Identify specific risks within the working area and adhere to discipline-specific plans/system.
• Implement Safety & Health systems within the work area as per AAP standards.
• Comply with environmental and social requirements as relevant to discipline.
• Adhere to external local compliance requirements as a minimum level of site performance.
• Adhere to Anglo American compliance requirements and ensure compliance of team.
• Adhere to compliance governance within the team.
• Obtain and Maintain external SHE certification as required by business and customers (e.g. ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001: 2018, IRMA 75 Certification).

This role is at Band 6 level reporting to the SHE Manager.

You will need the following:

• Essential requirement: educated to a graduate level (Bachelors / Honors degree or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (such as sciences, engineering or other related careers).

Experience:

• Detailed understanding of the Platinum value chain and Safety, Health and Environment trends and risks.
• Demonstrated experience in a risk management position within a technical environment, including the coordination of knowledge sharing with broader stakeholders.
• Knowledge and experience using risk assessment techniques such as BOW-TIE, HAZOP and other industry recognised techniques and tools.
• Knowledge and experience using SHE Digital Platforms.
• Demonstrated experience working in a risk management and/or Assurance position at a project, operation or BU level in mining or Oil and Gas Industry.
• Knowledge and experience participating and coordinating audits and inspections.
• Track record of interfacing with and influencing colleagues at all levels and coordinating disciplines relevant to risk management.
• An understanding of the operational aspects associated with mining operations.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

Operations:

• New technologies and their impact on operational activities within the scope of role.
• Business improvement tools and techniques applicable within Mining.
• Aware of legislative changes with respect to tailings management.

Commercial:

• Business acumen and commercial drivers of site performance.
• Basic financial metrics, cost and value management & budgeting tools.

Management:

• Risk management techniques and critical controls.
• Key value chain driver's management within discipline, and awareness of interdependencies.
• Leadership tools for creating a culture of purpose–led high performance and change.

Compliance:

• Safety, health and environment, legislative, statutory, regulatory and permitting requirements.

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 are a large, successful multinational company – and we are still growing all the time.

Who we are?

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. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people's lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day's work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we're also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

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.

Background checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.