Shift Supervisor

• Afrimat is seeking the services of an experienced and results-driven Production Shift Supervisor to join the Production Department at Afrimat Lichtenburg.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the clinker and cement manufacturing process during the assigned shift, ensuring production targets, quality standards, safety requirements and operational objectives are consistently achieved.
• The incumbent will report directly to the Production Foreman.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Competencies

• Grade 12.
• Diploma/HND in Process, Production, Chemistry or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a clinker and cement manufacturing.
• Supervisory experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated people leadership and team management skills.
• Certificate in Supervisory Management or Leadership Development Programme (advantageous).
• Experience in kiln, cement milling and raw material processing operations.
• Valid Driver's Licence.
• Delivering results and meeting shareholder expectations.
• Planning and organising.
• Relating and networking.
• Adapting and responding to change.
• Process-oriented and operationally focused.
• Driving a high-performance culture.
• Presenting and communicating information effectively.
• Coping with pressure and setbacks
• Production control and process optimisation.
• Equipment condition monitoring and first-line inspections.
• Quality, stock and risk management principles.
• Knowledge of clinker and cement production processes.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Experience with Industrial Control Systems (SCADA/Siemens).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 systems.
• Certificate of competency in mobile equipment and plant operation will be advantageous.
• Production reporting and KPI management.
• Stock management and inventory control.
• Contractor management.
• Risk assessment and hazard identification.
• Planned Job Observations (PJO) and competency assessments.
• Knowledge of Environmental Authorisation and Air Emission Licence requirements.
• Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and environmental legislation.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and problem-solving methodologies
• Strong leadership and coaching ability.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relationship-building and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to influence and motivate teams.
• Commitment to Afrimat values of Trust, Accountability, Integrity, Teamwork, Respect, Safety and Customer Satisfaction.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Ensuring safe and efficient plant operations during the assigned shift.
• Conducting daily Green Area Meetings.
• Managing and supervising Process Operators and Plant Patrollers.
• Monitoring production performance and ensuring shift targets are achieved.
• Compiling accurate end-of-shift reports, including production variances, downtime and action plans.
• Driving process optimisation initiatives and responding to process upsets.
• Liaising with Engineering on equipment failures and maintenance requirements.
• Ensuring effective equipment condition monitoring and first-line inspections.
• Managing raw material handling, processing and stock levels.
• Ensuring compliance with quality specifications and material mixing instructions.
• Ensuring compliance with all safety, health, environmental and operational requirements.
• Assisting with incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Managing contractor activities and associated labour resources.
• Supporting competency development, planned job observations and on-the-job training.
• Conducting performance management activities, coaching and mentoring team members.
• Promoting positive employee relations and maintaining a high-performance culture.
• Conduct Planned Job Observations and competency assessments.
• Perform employee performance reviews and maintain Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
• Support incident and accident investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Manage contractor performance and labour utilisation.
• Conduct end-of-shift stock assessments and variance investigations.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental Licence conditions and governance requirements.
• Issue work instructions to reclaiming, kiln, and milling teams.
• Facilitate start-of-shift production meetings and provide operational guidance.
• Ensure production data and works orders are accurately captured.
• Support internal stakeholders including Engineering, Quarry and Quality Assurance departments.
• Ensure compliance with Company Operating Best Practices and Management Systems.
• Lead the team to sustainable high-performance levels through coaching and mentoring.
• Create a positive working climate and effectively manage employee relations and conflict.

Please send the following documents to apply:

Please upload the following documents in one file with the application form to the right. (File size no bigger than 3 MB)

• CV
• ID copy

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 9 November 2026