KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Financial Perspective

• Contribute to cost efficiencies within the logistics function.
• Demonstrate budget and cost awareness and proactively identify cost-saving initiatives.
• Identify and escalate potential risks that may result in increased costs.
• Adhere to loading SOPs to mitigate the risk of financial loss.

Internal Business Process Perspective

Loading of Trains and Trucks

• Plan and execute the loading of manganese ore in line with standard operating procedures.
• Develop real-time contingency plans in response to unforeseen operational changes.
• Monitor transport contractor capacity and the movement of ore to the Port.
• Communicate estimated and actual arrival times of trains and trucks to supporting departments.
• Compare Transnet wagon lists with SCADA and Weigh-in-Motion system data and investigate variances.

Pre-Shift Inspections

• Conduct pre-shift inspections of the Load Out Station and report faults, losses, or damages, including:
• Oil leaks
• Hydraulic pressure
• Vertical movement of the chute
• Weigh-flask operation
• SCADA and Weigh-in-Motion systems

Operational Efficiency and Compliance

• Ensure efficient loading operations and adherence to relevant SOPs by:
• Identifying wagons without transporters and overriding systems where required.
• Profiling correct chute positions prior to locomotive movement and commencement of loading.
• Inspecting loaded trains for overloading, underloading, or skew loading and recommending corrective actions.
• Completing release documentation and notifying Transnet upon completion of loading.
• Ensuring wagons are clean and fit for use in accordance with Load Out Station processes.
• Continuously analyse logistics processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

Inventory Control

• Participate in the establishment, maintenance, housekeeping, and optimisation of inventory control systems to support effective decision-making.

PEOPLE PERSPECTIVE

Personal Development

• Manage own performance against agreed KPAs and KPIs.
• Identify development gaps and implement personal development plans.
• Continuously improve skills and competencies to enhance performance.

Team Contribution

• Contribute to team and organisational objectives through collaboration and commitment.
• Demonstrate respect, inclusivity, and appreciation of diversity.
• Share knowledge and best practices to support team success.

CUSTOMER & STAKEHOLDER PERSPECTIVE

• Manage customer expectations and deliver logistics services in line with defined performance standards.
• Achieve logistics performance targets as per agreed KPAs and KPIs.
• Drive customer satisfaction through effective service delivery.
• Build strong internal relationships by sharing business knowledge and information.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including:
• Internal colleagues and employees
• External stakeholders such as RSR and Transnet Freight Rail (TFR)
• Road, OHTE, and preventative maintenance contractors
• Collaborate with management and organisational representatives to resolve issues and coordinate activities.