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Supervisor, Refractory - Saldanha BayFull job descriptionWho We AreTronox is a vertically integrated producer of titanium dioxide and inorganic chemicals. Tronox mines and processes titanium ore, zircon, and other materials. Our products add brightness and durability to paints, plastics, paper, and other everyday products. Our approximately 6,500 employees across six continents have an uncompromising focus on operating safe, reliable and responsible facilities. Our South African operations are located in two regions of the country, Kwa-Zulu Natal, and the Western Cape. Our current employee compliment in South Africa is approximately [1875] employees, which results in a vibrant human resource environment.At Tronox, we believe living our values allows us to create a stronger, more successful company for everyone who works with us. We care deeply about our people, and we seek to attract and retain talented individuals who share our values. These are:We have an uncompromising focus on operating safe, reliable and responsible facilitiesWe honor our responsibility to create value for stakeholdersWe treat others with respect, and act with personal and organizational integrityWe build our organization with diverse, talented people who make a positive difference, and we invest in their successWe are adaptable, decisive, and effectiveWe are trustworthy and reliable, and we build mutually rewarding relationshipsWe share accountability and have high expectations for ourselves and one anotherWe do the right work the right way in every aspect of our businessWe celebrate the joy of working together to accomplish great thingsBusiness Unit & Section: Namakwa Sands- EngineeringPrimary Location: Smelter Operations (Saldanha)Position SummaryResponsible for refractory taphole, launder maintenance in Furnaces Areas & Ladle and Iron Launder maintenance in Iron Plant areas.Qualification & ExperienceMinimum Grade 12 (Mandatory)Supervisors or Candidates which completed Development Programme, Engineering or Production (Mandatory)Trades person will be an added advantage (Especially Refractory Mason Trade)Driver's License (Mandatory)5+ years' Applicable Operational experience within a heavy industry/production/refractory environment (Mandatory)Computer Literacy (Mandatory)Knowledge & SkillsTaphole maintenance strategiesLadle and Iron Launder Maintenance strategiesKnowledge and experience in Furnace lining breakouts and installationsKnowledge of refractory material and installationsPeople and performance managementKnowledge of SAP Plant Maintenance and Time Managers Workplace will be added advantage.Job ResponsibilitiesDevelopment of people in their teamCoordination of permits for planned work from the production / maintenance scheduleCoordination of routine non-shift activities in support of SQLCT (safe quality low-cost tons)Implement minor plant optimization projectsGeneral administrative tasksPerformance Management and Performance reviewsActively participate in teams training and developmentEffective People ManagementAn optimised team structure is manned by staff that is motivated, empowered and lead by sound performance management and transformational leadership practices.Promote teamwork, provide support and manage performance by creating and maintaining individual development plans of subordinates.Assume responsibility for managing manpower, efficient resource allocation, declaration of competence and reduction of operating cost.ComplianceEnsure all business operations adhere and comply with corporate governance, statutory, legal and other requirements.Adhere to OHS Act, company-specific SHE policies, procedures and legislation.Manage risk by assessing liabilities, reporting and monitoring standards, as well as attending to rehabilitation / environmental problems in line with Tronox standards.Accept responsibility for SHEQ by creating awareness and addressing all unsafe practices in a timeous manner. Implement and maintain audit structure.Performance Management and CIDrive research and development initiatives to ensure continuous improvement and enhanced performance.Keep abreast of new developments and potential threats within designated area are identified and addressed timeously.Benchmark plant / mining activities and track performance to indicate improvement opportunities.Production EfficiencyAchieve production targets through optimum output.Ensure operational efficiency and quality.Assume responsibility for coordinating first line maintenance to limit plant / equipment downtime.Control stock levels (where applicable)Competencies (Mandatory competencies are not to be altered in any way):Leadership Core Competencies:Grows and develops self and othersCommunicates effectively and builds relationshipsManage change effectivelyBuilds High Performing Work Teams & Drives Employee EngagementChampions Diversity and Values & Respects DifferencesDemonstrates Visible Felt LeadershipRole Specific CompetenciesA proven track record of safety managementCost managementTechnical Core CompetenciesUnderstands Tronox Core Business Processes & Key Operating MetricsDemonstrates Safety & Sustainability ExpertiseDrives Operational Excellence & InnovativeSolves Problems and Makes Good DecisionsCustomer FocusedNoteClosing date: 25 October 2024Please note that appointments will be made in accordance with Tronox Employment Equity PolicyPreference will be given to female candidatesA background check will be done on all applicantsPOPIA DisclaimerBy sending your CV and application you agree to:The processing of your personal information and sharing it with third parties for verifications.The exercising of your rights provided for by POPIA.To acknowledge that TRONOX (Pty) Ltd will keep the record of your personal information confidential.Should you not hear from Tronox within weeks (4) weeks of the closing date of the advert, please consider your application as being unsuccessful.

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