Be part of the team. The team that makes it happen.
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 peoples 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
Responsible for the management of all operational communication internal and external, as well as brand compliance for the Amandelbult Complex.
Your day-to-day duties will include:
Operational Planning:
- Develop and implement an integrated communication plan to support Amandelbults operational strategy and in alignment with the AAP and AA plc business strategies
- Support work on Operating Model implementation at Amandelbult
- Support the leadership team and line management in executing their communication responsibilities
- Partner with Corporate Communications to support Platinum and Group initiatives
- Gather, prepare, and gain approval of content for our channels such as Engage, newsletters, community newspapers and community WhatsApp platform, Eureka, website, etc.
- Ensuring deadlines are met for our regular publications e.g. community newspapers, Pulse newsletter, etc.
- Review all internal and external publications to ensure consistency of message and quality of output, in compliance with the relevant communications policies
- Overall responsibility for Operations content on the Engage app, and driving employee take-up and engagement on the app
- Regular updates on the Engage app to ensure content is up-to-date, relevant and engaging
- Identify issues impacting the operation and develop communication interventions as required (e.g., safety campaigns)
- Responsiveness to senior management requests and relevance of advice and approach provided
- Awareness of company strategy and actions amongst employees (e.g. employee surveys and communicating results)
- Do environmental scanning and analysis and guide Corporate Communication on operational risks and issues that may require an integrated response
- Responsiveness to operational requests for support for Social Performance and other teams within the business in their engagement efforts
- Coordinates crisis communication on site and work closely together with corporate communication to support them in responding to media queries and requests
- As the custodian of the Anglo American brand, takes responsibility and ownership to ensure compliance across the Complex
- Support the HOD team in the delivery of communications to all employees and manage internal and external events as and when required
Qualifications
- Diploma/Degree in Communications, Journalism or other related fields
- Postgraduate qualification (advantage)
- 5+ years experience in leading and supporting the delivery of effective communications strategies
- Experience in the development and implementation of integrated communication plans in a complex environment
- Mining industry experience (advantage)
- Proven experience of interfacing with and influencing colleagues and senior management
- Experience of newspaper/newsletter publishing
- Experience in managing digital channels and drive audience engagement
- Excellent writing skills
- Advanced English language skills
- Deadline-driven
- Excellent research and interviewing skills
- Brand management
- Strong understanding of communication channels and how they operate
- Ability to build and maintain effective local stakeholder networks internally and externally
- If successful, you may be required to undergo a medical fitness test.
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.
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 fulfil their potential.
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.
Closing Date: 11 July 2023
