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CHIEF SCIENTIST: MINERALOGY GROUP
Listing reference: minte_000248
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 26 July 2024
Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: Mining
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
 
Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Chief Scientist: Mineral Science position within the Mineralogy Division. The candidate will oversee and execute the development of software tools and data models to improve interpretation of mineralogical data (numerical, images) for purposes of research or commercial service, according to predetermined time and cost schedules, and in compliance with Mineralogy’s quality standards. The candidate will be required to actively seek new income and opportunities for intellectual capital development.
 
Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
  • Assist Head/Divisional manager to maintain and expand on project work from the mining/metallurgical industry and related research agencies, in line with Division’s current business plans, by providing competence and professional expertise, and interacting with clients, collaborators and potential partners.
  • Ascertain needs of clients and the industry and propose appropriate project work, both research and commercial oriented. Identify opportunities for innovation and commercialisation.
  • Lead and execute projects in which interactions with stakeholders (internal and external) are required at an advanced level of technical expertise. This will involve algorithm/software development to extract appropriate information, and modelling, simulation and interpretation of mineral behaviour in processing and other environments using, primarily, mineralogical inputs.
  • Train, supervise and technically mentor the staff in the group, so as to improve technical quality and turnaround times, and promote innovative outcomes, thus enhancing the value proposition of the group to clients and collaborators.
  • Leads technology trends in mineralogy research at a national and international level.
  • Execute projects so as to meet the time scheduling agreed to with client/stakeholder, contain costs for the Division and deliver valid conclusions with technical efficiency and professionalism.
  • Comply with the internal administration requirements of Mintek and the Mineralogy Division with respect to labour and machine time capture, business governance, professional reporting, project planning and management.
  • Develop protocols/workflows for optimal operation and performance of specialised imaging equipment.
  • Ensure that QES procedures are followed, and project work is executed to produce valid conclusions and with maximum overall efficiency - technically and financially.
  • Ensure that the documentation of work and procedures is appropriately captured and produce advanced professional level reports, publications, and conference contributions.
Leadership
  • Makes decisions having major impact on the research direction and outcomes at national level.
  • Lead multiple highly complex assignments/projects that require high levels of integration and specialised
    knowledge and skills, as well as strong guidance to subordinates to deliver impact.
  • Exercise a high degree of foresight, creativity and judgement based on firm scientific / engineering
    principles to ensure that large research projects / programmes are planned and guided to deliver
    significant novelty and importance.
  • Leads optimisation projects at national and international level.
  • Leads technology trends in mineralogy research at a national and international level.
Strategy
  • Needs to interpret the organisational strategy to ensure that research is aligned with the organisational strategic choices.
  • Assess the environment to determine opportunities for research.
  • Develop new concepts, models and approaches as an individual technical authority/contributor.
Financial Stability
  • Prepares large funding proposals (R 1 million or higher) to personally attract funding from a variety of sources for highly complex projects. 
  • Ensure an external revenue contribution to support the activities of the research group.
Execution, People and planning
  • Analyses and executes coordinated research addressing complex and often unique problems that are encountered by the specific industry sector.
  • Analyses, interprets and reports on highly complex research outcomes and is regarded as a national expert in a broad field, or an international expert in a specialized field.
  • Management of large multiyear projects and programmes, including resource and execution planning.
Governance and Risk Management
  • As a decision maker be responsible for the assessment and management of all risks related to the 
    projects/programmes under direct control.
  • Responsible for technical signoff of the work of junior staff.
  • Responsible for significant equipment/facilities and their procurement/maintenance.
Relationship Management and Reporting
  • Work independently and provide instruction to subordinates and junior staff. Receive no additional guidance and instruction on unusual and complex problems.
  • Prepare reports, presentations and publications at the level of a national / international expert.
  • Will lead, guide, mentor and train staff and will supervise post-graduate students.
 
Minimum requirements
  • PhD in a relevant scientific field relating to the Discipline (science or engineering)
  • At least 10 years’ experience in the field of data analysis and modelling, directly related to the
    duties and responsibilities specified.
  • SACNASP or ECSA registered.
  • Fundamental knowledge of operating in a laboratory environment. Any experience with image
    analysis and research equipment is advantageous.
  • Advanced knowledge of research principles and methodologies across disciplines.
  • Knowledge of advanced data analysis, methods, and techniques.
  •  Proven research track record
 
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SERVICE DESK LEAD (APPLICABLE TO INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY)
Listing reference: minte_000256
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 25 July 2024
Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: IT and Telecommunications
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
 
Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Service Desk Lead. The candidate will manage and oversee the daily operations of the service desk team by addressing technical and ICT support requirements and resolving ICT-related issues of the entire workforce of Mintek in a timely manner.
 
Job description
Manage the ICT Service Desk:
Central Ownership of Issues and Service Requests
Responsible for all incidents and service requests logged with the ICT Service Desk. Responsible for tracking and progress chasing of incident and service requests to conclusion and in line with performance targets and quality standards.
 
Incident and Escalation Management
Management of critical incidents associated user communication, activities and any appropriate escalations. To analyse incident trends and suggest strategies for improvement to ICT management.
 
Internal Client Relationship Management and Service Reviews
To build service relationship with internal clients, to conduct client service reviews, to review performance reports, service improvements, quality and processes. To provide management with performance reports.
 
Management of Third-Party Suppliers
Manage and collaborate with third party suppliers where appropriate and ensure that their performance and provision of services and quality is in line with ICT’ expectations and enables ICT to meet or exceed service levels.
 
Incident Levels
Continually measure, monitor and work to drive down incident levels. 
 
Service Desk incident Logging System
Act as the Service Desk Specialist for the ICT Department, which include the following responsibilities:
1.  Identify and implement improvements to the Service Desk incident logging system to provide a more effective and efficient service to internal clients.
2.  Configure the call logging system, e.g. defining and setting up business rules and call priority levels
3.  maintaining the call logging system’s on the service desk system
4.  call logging system administration and customization
5.  Setting up call logging system reports and distributing to management
 
Service Desk Knowledge Management
To ensure that the Service Desk is fully using appropriate knowledge management tools and practices in order to provide a more effective and efficient service to internal clients.
Responsible for ensuring that the Service Desk has the requisite knowledge to process incidents effectively.
 
Leadership and Line Management
Leading and managing the Service Desk team to ensure team and individual performance levels meet internal client needs consistently. To ensure continual development of the team and individuals takes place and that potential is achieved.
 
Minimum requirements
QUALIFICATION: 
  • Minimum: 3-year degree/diploma in IT or related field
  • Ideal: MCSE
 
EXPERIENCE
Minimum:
  • 3-5 years previous experience in managing an IT Service Desk.
  • Certified Administrator of Service Desk management System (e.g. HEAT)
  • Configuration of Windows Operating Systems.
  • Knowledge on assembling and disassembling of computer hardware.
  • Troubleshooting applications.
  • Troubleshooting network connectivity.
  • Installing and configuring 3rd party applications.
  • Sound knowledge of MS Office.
  • Install and connection of office automation devices e.g. projectors.
  • An understanding and practice of general management concepts, customer care, and project management.
 
Ideal:
  • ITIL v3
  • Basic understanding of enterprise wide networks (LAN & WAN architecture)
  • Knowledge of the operational and technical problems involved in the administration of a specialized program (Service Desk management System e.g. HEAT)
  • Knowledge of the assigned program specialty.
  • Ability to plan, coordinate, and expedite work projects.
  • Ability to interpret complex rules and regulations.
  • Ability to communicate with others verbally and in writing.
  • Understanding and ability to use TCP/IP and associated protocols and tools (DNS, DHCP, PING etc).
  • An understanding and practice of general management concepts, customer care, and project management.
 
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HEAD INFRASTRUCTURE & ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE
Listing reference: minte_000257
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 26 July 2024
Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: IT-Architecture
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
 
Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Head Infrastructure & Enterprise Architecture. The candidate will be responsible to lead and manage across different Mintek support services and ensure that all organisational requirements are met. The primary purpose of the Head is to co-ordinate, provide guidance to and ensure the implementation and overall management of activities in a specific support service unit. Manage a major Section of staff in the Division, provide specialist mentorship and training to them. Promote competence, confidence, discipline and harmony in the division. Obtain cooperation from Heads in other divisions and from clients. Ensure that adequate work is done on projects and progress is achieved to contribute towards achieving divisional support and be the “in group expert” in a professional field. All suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply.
 
Job description
LEADERSHIP
  • Live the Mintek values, foster a culture of collaboration within Mintek.
  • Create an environment for the Section to succeed and manage outputs.
  • Maintain consistently visible leadership.
STRATEGY
  • Support and drive the planning, development, and implementation of divisional strategy.
  • Drive the execution of the Section strategy and operations.
  • Support Mintek transformation agenda and sustainability.
FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
  • Manage and monitor the expenditure of the Section.
  • Make effective financial decisions to ensure that the divisional budget targets are met.
PEOPLE AND PLANNING
  • Coordinate and manage section employees while fostering positive relationships.
  • Ensure the Section is adequately resourced with the right skills at all levels.
  • Manage employee career development and learning
  • Develop a succession plan for the Section.
  • Drive transformation of the Section in support of Mintek transformation agenda.
  • Drive training and capacity building initiatives across Mintek
  • Develop and mature service management skills for the Section
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
  • Drive overall performance for the  Section and contribute to the performance of the organisation
  • Undertake performance management for the Section.
  • Ensure divisional integrity, financial health and control.
  • Demonstrate a solid commitment to innovation and performance improvement.
  • Ensure effective processes, fit-for-use systems and fit-for-purpose tools are in place to support the defined performance levels.     
GOVERNANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT
  • Govern the implementation of internal controls mechanism.
  • Accountable for adherence to all Mintek’s policies and ethics within agreed thresholds.
  • Implement divisional and Mintek policies.
  • Accountable for effective risk management within the Section including SHEQ
  • Ensure divisional compliance with applicable legislation.            
RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
  • Establish, manage and maintain relationships with all Mintek stakeholders concerning ongoing divisional support delivery.
  • Establish and develop relations with the internal and external service providers and relevant stakeholders.
  • Balance the conflicting pressures and needs, including short and long-term trade-offs for Division and Mintek.
  • Ensure client (internal and external) satisfaction as per agreed targets
 REPORTING
  • Ensure the right data is available for accurate and useful reporting, making crucial data available “at the fingertips”.
  • Timely providing consolidated monthly and quarterly reports.
  • Monitor and report on Section performance, including financials.
  • Reporting value, ensuring critical issues and key results areas are addressed.
  • Reporting on all Section activities.
  • Monitor and report divisional risk exposures in all aspects, including SHEQ.
 
MINUMUM REQUIREMENTS  :
  • Master’s degree on the relevant field or equivalent on the relevant field (NQF – level 9).
  • 8 - 10 years experience on the relevant field.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Proven track record of success in the relevant field.
 
COMPETENCY REQUIRED
  • Have an analytical and critical mindset for evaluating existing data and making effective business decisions.
  • Ability to display deep technical knowledge of the Section’s activities and relevant areas of expertise
  • Thorough knowledge of the sector in which the Section operates.
  • Strategy and business plan development and implementation.
  • Ability to lead diverse teams to ensure delivery and efficiency.
  • Business and financial management.
  • The leadership of people and operations management.
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • The ability to think strategically and proactively.
  •  Must be comfortable operating at middle management level and interacting with other middle    management representatives (internal or external), corporate partners and other stakeholders.
  • Expertise in all aspects of operational management, including planning, project management and problem solving.
  • An understanding and experience of budget management.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisation skills.
  • Ability and track record of working as part of a busy team and working effectively under pressure to tight deadlines.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
 
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SENIOR FINANCE INTERNAL AUDITOR
Listing reference: minte_000255
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 25 July 2024
Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: Accounting, Auditing
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
 
Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Senior Finance Internal Auditor to support the Head of Internal Audit in delivering independent assurance and consulting services by effectively leading and executing finance and related audit projects.
 
Job description
  • Develop and implement audit plans and strategies in relation to Finance and related audits.
  • Perform risk assessments to identify areas of high risk.
  • Conduct detailed financial and related audits and processes to ensure compliance with internal policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Undertake complex or sensitive audit work within projects including ad hoc investigations and assist in providing advisory services at management request and produce recommendations to ensure timely resolution of issues and/or business improvement.
  • Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of Mintek’s controls relating to financial management.
  • Test the effectiveness of controls by reviewing documentation, performing walkthroughs, and executing audit procedures.
  • Identify control weaknesses, vulnerabilities, and areas of non-compliance.
  • Provide regular feedback on progress of audit assignments to the Head of Internal Audit.
  • Prepare clear, concise working papers as audit evidence.
  • Compile clear, concise list of findings, and well-documented audit reports at the conclusion of audit assignments.
  • Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
  • Prepare (or coordinates the preparation of) complex written documents and presentations.
  • Ensure that all assignments are conducted in accordance with Mintek Audit methodology, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and are in line with the annual plan.
  • Maintain an open door policy for staff members to discuss their aspirational goals and how they might be achieved in line with Mintek’s coaching and mentoring policy.
  • Serve as a resource when staff face an ethical or business conduct dilemma.
  • Present audit reports in the absence of the Head: Internal Audit
 
Minimum requirements
  • 5 years’ experience within Finance/Auditing or a related area.
  • Min: Post graduate degree or B Hon Degree qualification (or equivalent) in Internal Auditing, Accounting, Finance,
    Risk Management or related field.
  • Ideal: Masters degree or equivalent
  • Internal Audit related training.
  • Completed SAICA Articles
 
Behavioural Competencies:
  • A strong focus on the delivery of Internal Audit activities.
  • Attention to detail, ability to follow up and take initiative.
  • Organising, administrative and communication skills.
  • Report writing and analytical skills.
 
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