Process Engineer - (Operational Readiness)

at  MINOPEX

DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for the support and delivery of OR related projects and interventions. The position will support OR project managers as a technical lead as well as supporting overall project delivery. The position will further play a key role in enhancing the OR offering globally.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree or National Higher Diploma in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering
• Valid Driver’s License

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• 5 years operational experience.
• Computer literate in MS Office, with a demonstrated proficiency in the use of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, PowerBI and Project Management Software.
• English language proficiency.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work with clients based in different time zones.
• Knowledge of and experience in Project Management / Coordination, Operational Readiness, Plant Optimization, Commissioning, Data analysis and analytics, Risk, Health, Safety and Environmental Management as relevant to Mining and or Processing Operations will be advantageous.

• Provide support to operational readiness (OR) projects inclusive of project setup (MTAC, SharePoint, Smartsheet, PowerBI dashboards), internal and external meeting management, consolidation of deliverables (OR budget, ORS, list of SOPs, training matrices, OR chapter/report), support to external consultants.
• Workstream lead (process, metals accounting, laboratory, commissioning, etc.) as well as OR Project Management inclusive of cost control functions.
• Proposal development and cost scoping. Compile any additional material required as part of the tender process.
• Support management and/or business development activities associated with OR pipeline.
• Support the ongoing expansion and improvement of the OR offering (new tools, new ways of work, AI integration, etc.)
• Support the continuous improvement efforts through the identification, development and implementation of innovative ways to improve service offering or efficiencies.
• Drive a high-performance culture aligned to teamwork and supportive leadership.
• Ensure physical and mental wellbeing of every employee.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders according to project requirements and operational readiness ways of work.
• Function as a member of a project and co-ordinate project activities or provide input in terms of projects resource allocation.
• No lost time injuries.
• Site-based short-term assignments on agreed rotations for site visit and OR implementation.