Area Supervisor, Production – Load and Haul

Job description

At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Job description:

To supervise the mine crews, to ensure safety is managed, overall development performance is monitored and efficiency of mine workers engaged in surface mining operations

Key Responsibilities

• The incumbent will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
• Working with Pit Operations to optimise the use of Ancillary equipment in the pit by ensuring that all relevant equipment is utilised to optimise their usage.
• Investigate new concepts from a safety, productivity and cost saving basis.
• In charge of the operations in the pit within an Excavator loading unit.
• To follow correct instructions from the respective supervisor and laid down procedure and regulations.

• Performs other related duties that may be required

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Valid Blasting Licence
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Certificate in mining engineering

Experience

• A minimum of 3 years experience in the mining industry.
• A high level of competency on relevant core business disciplines.
• An Advanced standard of relevant computer literacy.
• The ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization.
• Proven track record of supervising and managing people