Overview

The purpose of the position is to support the Section Manager Ore Characterisation of coal commodities in the field of Mineral Processing – Laboratory and Pilot Plant) in achieving their objectives and deliverables.

 Job Description:

• Process and analyze incoming coal samples in accordance with industry-standard testing methods established by laboratory management and ASTM procedures.
• Observe analytical results and quality control data to ensure compliant conditions.
• Inform supervisor of any deviation from acceptable quality control and participate in corrective action.
• Trouble shoot and maintain all laboratory equipment, as well as maintain good housekeeping throughout the laboratory.
• Must adhere to all company and industry-established safety policies and procedures.
• Must be willing to work as a team player.

• Ensures that SHEQ issues are considered in all activities. Ensures that all staff, contractors and suppliers under direction are compliant with Anglo American’s Health, Safety and Environment management systems.
• Adherence to safety standards and procedures.
• Conducting Risk Assessments prior to any task at hand.
• Delivery of assigned tasks on specified time.
• Provide assistance/support to projects that are undertaken at operations.
• Situational reporting to senior staff and accurately report on progress to supervisor as required.
• Operation and maintenance of specialised sample preparation equipment.
• De-commissioning and lock out of equipment after utilisation.
• Monitor and report on quality related issues of consumables to supervisor. Monitor and provide updates on the availability of all consumables being used to ensure availability at all times.
• Responsible for logging of bulk samples and preparation (splitting and screening) of feed and product samples for chemical analysis based on correct SOP.

      Qualifications:

• A diploma in Metallurgy/ Chemical Engineering will be an advantage.
• At least 3 years of experience in the same role
• Understanding and utilization of sample preparation equipment.