Lead Specialist, Plant Sustainability II

The Specialist, Plant Sustainability serves as a crucial liaison between operations and management, actively overseeing both on-site and off-site activities to guarantee that all production processes are conducted safely and in full compliance with Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHSS) procedures. This role is pivotal in providing technical leadership within the plant and across the adjacent value chain, ensuring continuous, effective, and efficient plant operations. The Specialist Plant Sustainability has a primary responsibility for the control and operation of chemical processes, systems, and machinery, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to safety and strict adherence to operational regulations, rules, and industry best practices. This position mandates proactive engagement in technical leadership to facilitate seamless plant operations, maximize unit availability, and enhance overall production efficiency.

1. Understand, support and live the Maaden vision, values and goals 
2. Expert utilization & direction through selling and obtaining support for value adding ideas leading to business improvement 
3. Takes accountability for personal improvement, personal development, skills development and effectiveness 
4. Expertise transfer, sharing and development 
5. Plan and project management 
6. Establish policies, practices, standards, procedures and methods; application, review and development 
7. Deliver expert solutions as a thought leader, to meet changing business & work requirements through Trends, analysis, problem solving and quality decision making 
8. Process and risk impact, reporting and corrective action 
9. Extract, capture and disseminate knowledge within knowledge management standards

* Provide on-the-job-training and coaching to less experienced peers, colleagues and new incumbents 
* Perform acting duties when required 
* Contribute to the smooth running of operation/plant 
* Categorise work according to criticality/priority 
* Identify and implement value adding initiatives (new ideas, thinking and approaches adopted and supported by the business) 
* Display a positive attitude to work and add value to team, partners and other areas of the business 
* Continuously improve own work processes and that of team 
* Establish and maintain professional standards of service provision and contribution 
* Seek opportunities to participate in (special) projects and/or ad-hoc committees

1. Creating effective stakeholder and expert networking relationships (e.g. customers, suppliers, universities and specialist bodies) 
2. Demonstrate influential relationships with manager peers and company business leaders 
3. Contractor/consultant relations & management 
4. Communication of expertise (best practices, technical reports, position statement) in a collaborative and consultative approach which consistently meet business needs 
5. Develop and facilitate the implementation of new solutions in area of expertise 
6. Participate in and maintained expert networks

* Interdependent working relations with external and internal partners and co-ordination of actions 
* 'Daily communication and meeting with operation/plant team, planning and maintenance on plant status and critical activities 
* Motivate other team members 
* Liaise with partners, services and contractors to optimize recourses 
* Establish and maintain a professional working relationship with customers 
* Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates 
* Build effective working relationship with manager, peers, technicians, engineers, contractors and maintenance staff 
* Network and collaborate with colleagues and other teams 

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Minimum Experience:
Over 8 years of relevant experience in the mining industry and production.

Skills
1. Strong safety awareness and proactive attitude
2. Extensive experience with shutdowns and start-ups
3. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
4. In-depth understanding of the value chain
5. Solid knowledge of relevant engineering technologies
6. Comprehensive understanding of raw materials, production processes, quality control, cost management, and techniques for optimizing the manufacture and distribution of goods
7. Advanced knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances, as well as the chemical processes and transformations they undergo, including chemical uses, interactions, hazards, production methods, and disposal practices
8. Proficient knowledge of machines, tools, and equipment, including their design, use, repair, and basic maintenance
9. Thorough understanding of applicable policies, regulations, processes, and procedures
10. Highly skilled in using industrial control software and systems (super-user level)
11. Strong troubleshooting abilities and implementation of corrective actions
12. Expert knowledge of departmental processes and procedures, along with those of adjacent value chain segments
13. In-depth understanding of Maaden's safety codes, regulations, and procedures
14. Competent in operating equipment and/or systems
15. Strong critical thinking skills
16. Effective management skills
17. Excellent facilitation skills
18. Current compliance training
19. Full physical mobility with the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
20. Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including reporting and presentations
21. Sound understanding of mathematical principles
22. Strong teamwork abilities
23. Resilience under pressure and adept at handling setbacks
24. Effective decision-making skills