Were the best in the industry. Youll make us better
Anglo American has a portfolio of world-class mining operations. We mine, process, move and market the essential ingredients that enable a cleaner, more connected world and that meet fast growing consumer-driven demands for products from smartphones to electric cars. Our basic materials build homes, offices, railways and airports, and our diamonds fulfil people's dreams.
Anglo American Platinum
Our Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. We are the worlds leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialised applications that improve lives across the world from vehicle fuel cells to jewellery; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining.
Job Description
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Develop and provide strategic advice on the implementation of Managed Operations in Stakeholder Relations strategy, policies and plans by ensuring alignment with South African legislation.
- Analyse and manage the national stakeholders' interests and requirements.
- Advise and guide operations and senior leadership on strategic engagement.
- Gather information, and analyse it from a stakeholder perspective, and provide proactive solutions to stakeholder needs.
- Reputational management in national and local government to ensure sustainability of the AAP.
- Seek partnership opportunities internally and externally for strategic business initiatives.
- Develop and implement tactical plans to manage the stakeholders expectations and address Anglo-American Platinum legacy issues in South Africa
- Monitor Legislative changes that impact the BBBEE, SLP and Mining Charter, and working with pillar owners to identifying gaps and strategies to close this.
- Monitor Human Rights Impacts on the BU and sites put strategies in place to prevent and mitigate these impacts.
- Supporting sites on the implementation of the Stakeholder Engagement and Human Rights elements of the AASW/IRMA
- Developing and implementing engagement plans in pursuit of Mining licences, permits, authorisations and surface leases
- Facilitate stakeholder audits working with the Group; report on the findings and compile action plans on the mitigation of shortcomings.
- Evaluate impact of engagement strategies and provide feedback to Platinum executives.
- Align the strategy, policies and plans with South African legislation and AA policies.
- Contribute to the Corporate Relations strategy on government relations, social performance and sustainability.
- Support the coordination of intervention in support of sites, BUs and executive office where required.
- Conduct stakeholder surveys and make regular reports to AAP leadership team.
Qualifications
- Degree Legal/ Socio-Political Science/Commerce
- Postgraduate or Masters degree in business administration (MBA) desirable/advantageous
- 7 10 years relevant experience working in Stakeholder Relations or related discipline.
- Proficient knowledge of stakeholder engagement and relevant legislation (ie MPRDA/BBBEE/NEMA/Water Act/MHSA/OHSA)
- Advanced understanding of the mining industry
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet? That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.
As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.
What We Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, youll 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. Were a large, successful multinational company and were still growing all the time.
How We Are Committed To Your Safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a days work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, were also continually investing in new technologies from drones to data analytics that are helping to make mining safer.
Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American 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 fulfill their potential.
Anglo American Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Anglo American Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.
Background checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
CLOSING DATE: 23 January 2024
