Job Description

About OricaAt Orica, it's the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.It's an exciting time to join us - we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.About the roleThe Logistics and Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safe distribution and receipt of products throughout the Africa region, maintaining accurate stock levels, and ensuring quality. You will manage inventory of parts for the supply and support of Axis Mining Technology products, including planning, monitoring, and maintaining stock levels.What you will be doingAs the Logistics and Safety Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance with all OH&S policies and procedures and actively working to improve safety in the workplace
• Generating, reviewing, and maintaining Enablon Reporting System requirements and submissions
• Championing GPSA safety initiatives and conducting safety inductions for visitors and new employees
• Placing parts and customer hardware purchase orders to GPTG
• Kitting sales orders for consumption of parts by Axis Mining Technology
• Coordinating and controlling stock and movement of parts from GPTG to GPSA and maintaining satellite warehouses in the DRC, Ghana, and other identified sites
• Performing inventory and logistics management in all GPSA warehouses, including Johannesburg, Accra, Lubumbashi, and Gaborone
• Procuring parts and materials in accordance with the operations plan
• Coordinating with customers, suppliers, and service providers for reduced lead time and greater cost efficiencies
• Receiving and dispatching goods and rotational items to GPSA customers
• Performing accurate data entry to the inventory system for visible asset management
• Managing customer support response, including 24/7 telephone support and 12-hour business day support
• Conducting satellite store visits and maintaining communication with GPSA employees and customers to evaluate quality of parts provision
• Planning and performing annual inventory and safety audits

What you will bring

• Must have a current manual RSA driver's license
• National Diploma in Electrical and ICT Engineering (highly desirable)
• Certificate in Logistics/Supply Chain Management
• Recognized safety-related courses (e.g., Basic Fire Fighting, First Aid, Incident Investigation)
• Inventory management capabilities
• Supplier management and logistics capability
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
• Spare parts asset management
• Stores coordination and maintenance experience
• Understanding of accounting and control principles
• Competence in Microsoft Office Suite
• Customer-focused with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly motivated, able to set priorities, meet deadlines, and be a strong team player
• Attention to detail and effective time management

What we offerAs part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.We respect and value allOrica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

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