Position Overview
As an integral part of the Mill Operations team, the main purpose of the Mill Supervisor will effectively supervise a team of mill operators while maintaining a safe and collaborative work environment.
Key Areas of Responsibility and Accountability
Safety / Environment
Ensure safe work systems/procedures are always practised and adhered to ensuring duties are performed in a manner that minimises risk to self, employees, and contractors
Maintain exemplary standard of housekeeping at all times, safe work, incident/accident reporting & active involvement in safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Abide by and proactively comply with Company policies, procedures, guidelines, and systems, as well as all relevant legislation.
Understand and familiarise oneself with site Emergency evacuation procedures
Company / Leadership
Display conduct which is aligned with company Core Values, Policies and Procedures.
Lead by example and actively participate to achieve department and company goals and objectives.
Initiate and provide input into company directives in collaboration with the Site Management team.
Communicate department obligations and conditions to the leadership team, ensuring specific understanding and accountability
Behaviour / Attitude
Support and follow all lawful instructions/directives from direct supervisor.
Maintain a high level of professionalism and take responsibility for own conduct and behaviour in the workplace.
Ensure good, clear lines of communication between all stakeholders, including the Site Management team, co-workers, and contractors
Technical & Role Accountabilities
Oversee the performance of the mill operators
Ensure that all personnel in his/her charge know and follow the company’s policies, procedures, and standards for
work and safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Mines and Mining Plants
Ensure that mill production targets are met as forecast
Inform the Mill Operations team of production goals, schedules and priorities.
Plan and execute day to day maintenance activities.
Inspect the process regularly to ensure downtime is minimised.
Establish and maintain an exemplary standard of housekeeping.
Actively monitor problem areas, rectify the process and report faults to the Mill Superintendent.
Work closely with the Metallurgical department to maximize mill efficiency.
Ensure operating parameters are followed while trying to minimize reagent use and maximize gold recovery.
Assist in the development SOPs.
Be proactive in the development and use of SLR’s safety systems.
Provide timely, accurate and well-communicated shift reports and cross-shift summaries.
Plan and conduct daily and monthly safety meetings with the Operations team.
Participate in managing operating costs within the mill department.
Complete and review performance evaluations with employees.
Conduct accident/incident investigations as necessary or as directed by Mill Superintendent
Participate in managing operating costs within the mill department
Teamwork
Act in a manner that builds trust and demonstrates integrity.
Work collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals – both within own department and site wide.
Use the talent and knowledge within the team to resolve problems.
Inform Mill Superintendent of any/all serious situations including mill equipment
Planning & Organisation
Prioritise and complete tasks accurately as to specifications as assigned by the Mill Superintendent within required timeframes.
Proactively identify and address risks before they arise as issues.
Be punctual to work and all required site meetings.
Undertake other duties as lawfully instructed
