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We’re looking for a talented Port Logistics Officer who shares our values and our belief in a better future for mining. Could you be one of them?
Thungela Resources [Thungela means “to ignite” in isiZulu] is a leading South African thermal coal business, focused exclusively on thermal coal production. It is one of the largest pure-play producers and exporters of thermal coal in South Africa based on aggregate coal reserves and marketable coal production. Thungela focuses on exporting its thermal coal portfolio mainly to the Indian, Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East and North African markets.
Provide efficient coordination of vessel-related processes, minimising demurrage penalties, and maintaining accurate port information to optimise the overall performance of shipping operations
The focus areas for this role will be to manage and co-ordinate the following:
People & Teams
• Manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, understand and deliver on their operational needs, and identify and resolve issues timeously.
• Demonstrate behaviour in line with Thungela values, standards, and control maintenance a professional workplace across all sites.
• Participate as an effective team member and work collaboratively with leaders, peers, and others to achieve business goals.
• Contribute to the broader business by working with other teams in such a way that it optimises the overall business results.
Commercial
• Plan, manage and control the budget for the relevant areas of responsibilities.
• Identify any opportunities for improved cost and commercial management and propose with applicable action plans.
Safety, Health & Environment
• Demonstrate behaviours in line with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Participate in relevant safety audits, inspections and observations, and address issues as part of demonstrating safety leadership.
This role is a C4 level reporting to the Port Logistics Specialist and based in Richards Bay, Kwa-Zulu Natal.
Experience
Knowledge & Skills:
• Proficient knowledge of RBCT shipping logistics administration regulations
• Proficient knowledge of systems that enable vessel management including the RBCT shipping SLS.
• Proficient knowledge of systems that enable laycan calculations including the RBCT shipping SLS.
Commercial
• Proficient knowledge of data analysis and reporting techniques, processes, and tools
• Proficient understanding the marketing and metallurgy value chains, financial concepts, and appropriate risk management.
Management
• Proficient knowledge of stakeholder management
• Knowledge of the mining and metallurgy value chains
Compliance
• Emerging knowledge of Thungela Marketing policies, procedures, standards, and systems.
What we offer
When you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.
Who we are?
Thungela is a pure play coal mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.
Inclusion and Diversity
Thungela is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.
How we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
