Key Performance Areas

• Operating and monitoring various circuits in the processing plant as required by the supervisor.
• Routine changing of circuits as directed by the supervisor will be required to gain experience and be familiar with changes in plant operation.
• Develop an understanding of all the mill circuits through training, reading, and hands-on experience and focusing on progressing through the mill operator proficiency system.
• Identify maintenance problems and maintain acceptable housekeeping in designated area.
• Work at heights and in confined space, operate mobile equipment and overhead crane as required
• Comply with all environmental regulations and assist with spill prevention by reporting problems to the supervisor or area operator and helping to deploy sandbags for containment
• Complete assignments throughout the mill areas that contribute to the processing of high-grade ore to meet the target in an efficient, and safe manner while minimising environmental impacts and costs
• Identify safety hazards and rectify/control.
• Adhere to and enforce all aspects of the company’s health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and control the execution of a stage of metal and mineral processing
• Operate central process control machinery.
• Monitor computerized data, circuit screens, and valves
• Maintain production records, complete operating checks according to instructions given by the supervisor and deliver to the supervisor prior to end of each shift.
• Inspect the circuit regularly and report all spillage and leaks.
• Complete shift handover.

Technical Competencies

• Possess ability to analyse and understand metallurgical & equipment information.
• Strong drive and personal sense of ownership and accountability for circuit operations.
• Ability to work and manage problems/actions across the timeframe of one shift.
• Capable of wearing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Behaviours/Personal Attributes

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Be diligent and thorough in approach.
• Be a team player
• Work outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions

Qualification & Experience

• Minimum High School certificate or BGCSE or equivalent
• Valid light duty driver’s license
• At least 2 years’ experience in a processing plant, with exposure to grinding processes, preferably in copper production