Supervisor: Logistics Harbour

Supervisor: Logistics Harbour

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusive.

• Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development.

• Based in Richard’s Bay, South Africa.

• Band: K

About the role

Finding better ways™ to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for a Supervisor: Logistics Harbour to control the activities of shift staff to optimize production in accordance with predetermined procedures, programs and standards. Ensure the efficient running of the Harbour Logistics d

department in line with RBM safety and quality requirements.

Supervise and the execute the receiving of various RBM materials from site & mine via rail and RMT’s, storing cargo inside port facilities i.e. Sheds, Neo bulk Storage, storing cargo at the back of port external warehouses and be involved with the logistics activities undertaken by front-line operational personnel i.e. Controllers and lead in line with the schedule, standards and performance targets for People, HSEC, Volume & Cost

Reporting to the Superintendent: Outbound & Harbour Logistics, and working in a challenging and exciting environment within Transportation and Logistics, you will:

• Provide day-to-day supervision, expertise, and direction to a Harbour team of controllers within an operation area to ensure delivery against plans.

• Supervise and lead the execution of the logistics plan to achieve established performance targets.

• Ensure Harbour employees, agents, surveyors and TPT/TFR adhere to work standards, are competent, and understand the purpose and functionality of critical controls relevant to their work.

• Provide input into harbour or logistics strategies, budgets, and plans as well as the improvement of work management processes and critical controls for material risks.

• Provide day-to-day supervision prior to vessel’s loading, during vessel’s loading and monitor the completion of documents with sales/ marketing teams and offer direction to a harbour controller in regard to release of Bills of Lading, adhering to payment of invoices to suppliers.

• Provide full support to the Superintendent Outbound and Harbour Logistics, internal stakeholders at plants on site MSP, Slag and Iron Plant, Site Logistics, and external stakeholders to ensure achievement of objectives.

• Identify and develop cost-effective processes to increase efficiency and reduce cost drivers and ensure that all aspects of product samples, from delivery to documentation to recording are carried out as per SOP in keeping with RBM standards

• Monitor and control the process at the port by communicating directly with shipping agents, port, rail, and site logistics personnel to ensure prompt off-loading of product to ensure zero contamination of product during storage and shipments and to expedite of all shipping orders.

What you’ll bring

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team

• Grade 12 with Pure Mathematics and Physical Science (Attach a valid certificate)

• Diploma in Logistics/Supply Chain or related qualification (Added advantage)

• Computer literacy (MS Office), (MS Excel), PowerPoint Presentation and SAP knowledge.

• Valid Drivers License

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Shipping Operations.

• Exposure to Port operation, Port of Richards Bay, added advantage.

What is expected with your application

• Please provide clear and visible copies of your issued certificates and license must be attached with your application, failure to do so will result in your application being unsuccessful and an automatic regret of your application.

• Only complete academic certificates will be considered with your application. All application with only statement of results will be automatically disqualified.

• Only online applications will be considered, any other applications will not be accepted.

• As an applicant, please ensure you read and answer all pre-screening questions carefully, any answered may negatively affect your application.

• All communication from the Rio Tinto Recruitment team will be done online and/ through the provided mobile number, it is very important to make sure your application has the most recent contact details.

Please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered

What we offer

Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.

• A safety-focused and inclusive working environment

• Career development & education assistance to further your ambitions

• Employee Assistance Program

Where you’ll be working

Certified as a Top Employer for 4 consecutive years, located in the Kwa-Zulu Natal province, Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) is part of the Rio Tinto Group and is an internationally recognized sand mining and mineral processing operations leader and one of the world's foremost producers of titanium minerals, high purity pig iron and zircon. We have implemented a sound corporate social development programme and an internationally recognized environmental rehabilitation programme to restore the mined dunes to their natural state once mining operations have ceased.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.

Every Voice Matters

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation and/ or anything else that makes us different. 

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Women, the LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disabilities (PWD) and people from different cultural backgrounds.  

We acknowledge that all people are different and believe that our differences are our strength.  The diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our teams enhance our way of working and our ability to achieve success together

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