Operations Supervisor
Fraser Alexander (Pty) Ltd.
2026/10/01   Limpopo

Job Ref #: FA-1683
Industry: Mining
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 2
Fraser Alexander is a leading supplier of services to the mining industry, a global partner adding value to mining, waste and infrastructure through smart solutions. Our offering includes mineral processing, tailings dam construction and tailings management. We are looking to attract key talent to add to our existing pool of highly sought-after professionals.
Job Description

This role exists to ensure that operational activities are carried out in accordance with safety, environmental, and productivity standards, while supporting management in the efficient and effective execution of operations

RESPONSIBILITIES

Business / Functional Management

  • Execute operational and technical duties in line with the organizational directives.
  • Support the implementation of business initiatives.

Financial, Commercial and Contracts Management

  • Cost-effectively work with materials and equipment, as per standard operating procedures and practice notes.
  • Ensure full compliance with material usage requirements in executing duties.

Risk Management and Compliance, including ESG Responsibilities

  • Execute all duties in strict compliance with Safety, Health, Environment and Quality, (SHEQ) policies procedures and legislation, to ensure the companies responsibilities are met
  • Comply with all reporting and information requirements.

Stakeholder Management (Internal and External)

  • Ensure professional interaction with all stakeholders. from operators to junior management level.
  • Maintain working relationships with support functions on operations and at the head office
  • Engage with peers and seniors to ensure that instructions on the project objectives are achieved.

Operations and Project Management

  • Contribute to the planning and scheduling of daily shift work in accordance with project goals.
  • Responsible for operational execution of work, through delivery of own tasks and duties, as well as supervision of work for the team on duty.

Management Operating System and Reporting

  • Ensure that all paperwork and posters are displayed at the site office and kept up to date
  • Ensure all reported near misses are recorded on the correct platforms by following the procedure and are submitted weekly.

Technical Management

  • Responsible for the adherence to technical standards and work methods, in accordance with the organizational and client  requirements, policies, procedures and legislation
  • Checking that the correct calculations are reflected on the plan, drawings and quantities.

SHEQ Management

  • Assist management with results capturing and quality assurance processes as required.
  • Checking that all materials and work are to the required specifications.
  • Record the condition of the plant and equipment arriving on site on a form with capturing and submitting proof.

Culture and Climate

  • Contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement for the duration of the project.
  • Align with Fraser Alexander and the client culture requirements.

 

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

  • National diploma/ B Tech in Civil/ Mining/ Metallurgical engineering or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 1-2 years experience working in the same or similar role in a mining/tailings or construction environment.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

  • General computer skills (incl. MS Office suite)
  • Communication (both written and verbal)
  • People management
  • Teamwork, Negotiation and Innovation
  • Technical and operational
  • Problem-solving and decision-making

 

Closing Date: 08 October 2026