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Overview

About the job Business Analysts - Data & Analytics

Our Company is looking for a perceptive Business Analyst: Data & Analytics with a high curiosity quotient to join the Supply Chain Intelligence team our company, based at Head Office in Durban.

• Drive Continuous Business Improvement initiatives
• In partnership with business users identify continuous business improvement opportunities.
• Identify business improvement opportunities in partnership with business users by developing appropriate Use Cases.
• Support Project-/Product Owner to evaluate and Quantify above mentioned Use Cases by performing a Cost-Benefit analysis.
• Assist functional teams to Streamline Business Processes.
• Develop Data & Analytics Solutions
• Lead and implement cross-functional data & visualisation projects.
• Liaise between business functions and technical teams to deliver analytics solutions.
• Unpack and document business requirements.
• Agree project scope and compile functional specifications.
• Review and analyse technical specification documents.
• Prepare the project plan by engaging all relevant parties.
• Plan for project-related hardware and software requirements by liaising on an ongoing basis with the infrastructure team and external software supplier(s).
• Adhere to ways of working & governance.
• Ensure effective communication.
• Serve as a liaison between the business and technical consultants.
• Provide post-implementation guidance and support to all end-users.
• Provide Support and Training
• Lead & support RCL FOODS on their digital upskilling journey.
• Work in conjunction with learning team, super users and citizen analysts to deliver and conduct end user training on existing and new data analytics solutions.
• Assist business users in resolving BI related issues.
• Provide clear problem definition and liaise with necessary technical experts / external consultants to resolve technical issues.
• Develop Technical Expertise
• Develop specialist knowledge of the relevant technologies to support.

• Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics or Statistics.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience within a similar role, ideally having worked in an FMCG / Supply Chain environment.
• Business principles
• Business process
• Systems Development Life Cycle
• Analytics problem methodologies
• Database/warehouse design principles
• AI, Machine Learning & RPA technologies
• SAP R/3 & BW
• Microsoft Power & Azure Platform
• Power BI & DAX (Advanced)
• SQL Skills (intermediate)
• SSIS, SSAS & SSRS
• Tabular Editor

Key purpose:

Our Company is looking for a perceptive Business Analyst: Data & Analytics with a high curiosity quotient to join the Supply Chain Intelligence team our company, based at Head Office in Durban.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Drive Continuous Business Improvement initiatives
• In partnership with business users identify continuous business improvement opportunities.
• Identify business improvement opportunities in partnership with business users by developing appropriate Use Cases.
• Support Project-/Product Owner to evaluate and Quantify above mentioned Use Cases by performing a Cost-Benefit analysis.
• Assist functional teams to Streamline Business Processes.
• Develop Data & Analytics Solutions
• Lead and implement cross-functional data & visualisation projects.
• Liaise between business functions and technical teams to deliver analytics solutions.
• Unpack and document business requirements.
• Agree project scope and compile functional specifications.
• Review and analyse technical specification documents.
• Prepare the project plan by engaging all relevant parties.
• Plan for project-related hardware and software requirements by liaising on an ongoing basis with the infrastructure team and external software supplier(s).
• Adhere to ways of working & governance.
• Serve as a liaison between the business and technical consultants.
• Provide post-implementation guidance and support to all end-users.
• Provide Support and Training
• Lead & support RCL FOODS on their digital upskilling journey.
• Work in conjunction with learning team, super users and citizen analysts to deliver and conduct end user training on existing and new data analytics solutions.
• Assist business users in resolving BI related issues.
• Provide clear problem definition and liaise with necessary technical experts / external consultants to resolve technical issues.
• Develop Technical Expertise
• Develop specialist knowledge of the relevant technologies to support.

Qualifications an experience:

• Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics or Statistics.
• Minimum of 3 5 years' experience within a similar role, ideally having worked in an FMCG / Supply Chain environment.

Business Segment: Corporate & Investment Banking

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, Simmonds Street 5

Provision of reporting, insights and analytics for a portfolio across multiple products and/or segments across the product lifecycle (e.g. originations, account management, collections) in order to inform business decision making & strategy formulation. To enable the business to access and interpret reports and dashboards, and to efficiently and effectively utilise the available reporting tools. To drive the automation of relevant production reports to ensure efficiency and accuracy of reports. To drive process improvement across the products and segments.

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Information Technology

This role requires at least 7 years of experience in customer data and information lifecycle with an understanding of BI technologies and practices.

1-2 years:

• Experience in business analysis, process flow and business process improvement.

5-7 years:

• Experience in Data analytics and BI technologies.

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Challenging Ideas
• Documenting Facts
• Examining Information
• Exploring Possibilities
• Interacting with People
• Interpreting Data
• Taking Action
• Team Working
• Data Analysis
• Data Integrity
• Business Intelligence using Qlik Sense
• Knowledge of Banking & Financial Service

Requisition ID:

• Relocation Authorized: None
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Yanacocha

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver.

Located 800 km northeast of Lima, Peru, Yanacocha is South America's largest gold mine. The WTP Project consists of two of the largest acid water treatment plants in South America (the West one with capacity of 3,000 m3/hour and the East one with 2,700 m3/hour). Early works are currently being performed on site, preparing the permanent platforms and laydown areas for the East and West plants, in addition to the Class 2 estimate, Level 3 schedule and Execution Plan.

In this role, you will coordinate Environmental, Safety, and Health (ES&H) training and awareness of a project's ES&H program. You will work with experts to review course materials and awareness strategies and assist with the processes for content delivery. Your efforts to optimize training and communication will help the ES&H program achieve continuous improvement goals for health and safety on the job.

• Developing and coordinating process improvement activities, including drafting learning, training, and marketing materials, and obtaining cost-effective quotes for external printing and copying of corporate bulletins, brochures, poster designs, and other marketing materials ready for computer design.
• Maintaining and modifying the departmental intranet and its contents, including the creation and maintenance of team websites.
• Responsible for developing and implementing proposed revisions and additions to the departmental website architecture.
• Creating forms and other web-based technology methods to improve user effectiveness and responsiveness.
• Researching activities related to process improvement, such as database functionality and web design.
• Gathering the necessary data to prepare reports on critical elements and other supplementary reports, as needed.
• Participating in departmental staff meetings and status tasks as required.
• Coordinating with the Senior Process Improvement Specialist, the Process Improvement Manager, and/or the corporate ES&H management to obtain approval for work as it is completed.
• Supporting Senior Process Improvement Specialists in developing training and launching, and promoting corporate ES&H initiatives and campaigns.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Enginnering (or international equivalent) related to environmental, safety, health, education, or a science-related discipline and less than 1 year of relevant experience.

• Technical knowledge of computer-based training development software, Ms Office package.
• Technical knowledge of desktop publishing software Adobe Suite, web developer SharePoint, FrontPage programming code, and incorporation of Flash in training products.
• Knowledge of learning and development systems, applications for both ES&H and automation methods, and the application of computers to associated process improvement tasks.
• Knowledge of regulatory and industry standards and criteria relevant to ES&H learning and development needs.
• Good knowledge of computer illustrations and web design packages.
• General knowledge of writing and producing training, marketing, and communication tools.
• Work familiarity with Bechtel's environmental, safety, and health processes and procedures (for internal or former Bechtel candidates).
• Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication and in preparing clear and complete correspondence.

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of engineers and beyond Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth.

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to .

The Organization

The MultiChoice Group is a multinational media and entertainment group headquartered in South Africa, Dubai and the Netherlands with principal operations in pay television, video entertainment, advertising and content security. Brands within the Group include DStv, GOtv, SuperSport, M-Net, DStv Media Sales, Showmax and European-based content security leader Irdeto. We're proud to say we serve 20 million subscribers across more than 50 African markets, with a successful history of identifying and adapting to industry trends, allowing us to continuously deliver the best in entertainment. By joining our passionate and creative team, you can help us achieve our objectives of expanding our pay-TV and SVOD (Subscription Video On demand) subscriber bases, improving advertising sales, spearheading cutting-edge technology, supporting local content and providing an exceptional customer experience.

Join Africa's most loved storyteller

About the Role

Help the businesses to implement solutions in a cost-effective way by determining the requirements of a project or program, and communicating them clearly to stakeholders, facilitators and partners. Analyze by studying the needs, its business model, its workflows, and its technological systems. Making recommendations to Management that will improve business efficiency. Document requirements and solutions against best practices and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop Business and Process COE
• Build business and process analysis frameworks/practices within MAH
• Establish COE for MAH
• Assist in the development and implementation of a repository
• Provide and incorporate methodology to keep business rules updated at all times
• Implement governance framework
• Implement advanced strategies for gathering, reviewing and analyzing data requirements
• Develop business concepts, capabilities and organizational structures as informed by business strategy – Identify and develop business processes and requirements
• Highlight business rules, data and concepts.
• Provide operational thinking that enables the group to focus on the big picture
• Implement management and control systems and frameworks to ensure alignment between business capabilities and strategic goals
• Conduct Business and Process analysis
• Assess business holistically and develop the business architecture
• Develop and validate both current-state and future-state maps with cross-functional teams and/or customers
• Distill large amounts of complex requirements and data from disparate sources, condense, simplify and clearly articulate the information for the purpose of problem solving
• Assist in defining a set of KPIs that allow management to measure performance of the business as a whole
• Document business requirements
• Document business processes
• Always challenge the status quo to obtain best outcomes
• Eliciting requirements
• Translating and simplifying requirements
• Requirements management and communication
• Prioritize requirements and create conceptual prototypes and mock-ups
• Apply best practices for effective communication and problem-solving
• Researching possible software solutions to increase work efficiency
• Develop business data
• Assist in defining business data architecture
• Assist in continuously refining data architecture
• Clearly map data flows (current and future)
• Build Capability for Business and Process Analysis
• Provide the bridging between business strategy, enterprise architecture
• Business processes (implemented through systems, people and their individual job functions)
• Teach internal teams and countries on frameworks and capabilities
• Provide services to internal teams and country / regional MAH businesses

Qualifications

• BCom Degree or equivalent qualification
• Business and process analysis certification
• Customer Experience knowledge and experience

Required Skills

• Relationship building
• Deadline Driven
• Strong Coordination Skill
• Strong Written skills
• Conflict Management
• Strong Analytical Skill (including use of MS Excel for data analysis)
• Presentation skills (including development of MS PowerPoint documents)
• Report writing- audience Snr Management & Exco

Preferred Skills

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Business and Process Analysis
• Experience with working with African markets would be an advantage
• MultiChoice Product / Service knowledge an advantage
• Excellent understanding of business and process design principles and methodologies and proven track record
• Good overall experience in all areas of the MAH Business would be an advantage

Overview

Job title: Execution Process & Systems Improvement Specialist

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: October 11, 2025

Job Description: This role will lead digital transformation and continuous improvement initiatives across execution operations in the SAF region. The person will ensure seamless integration of digital tools (Atlas V2, SAP, IDS), drive process optimization, and support system adoption and change management. The role is pivotal in aligning execution workflows with global standards and enhancing operational efficiency.

• Digital Execution Leadership
  • Lead the implementation, optimization and execution of platforms (e.g., Atlas V2, SAP, IDS).
  • Ensure seamless data integration and system reliability across dispatch, receipt, and invoicing workflows.
  • Act as the primary liaison between execution teams and global IT (DTNA, Geneva) for system enhancements and issue resolution.
• Process Improvement & Transformation
  • Identify inefficiencies in execution workflows and lead structured improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methodologies.
  • Drive standardization and simplification of execution processes across SAF and align with global best practices.
  • Maintain a prioritized improvement register and track progress against defined KPIs.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for system-related issues, escalating complex cases via SNOW or AzureDevOps.
  • Coordinate with ITSM teams to manage incidents, changes, and problem resolution processes.
  • Deliver onboarding and refresher training for execution systems and tools.
  • Represent SAF Execution in global digital transformation projects and system rollouts.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, visual management, and daily performance monitoring.
• Execution & Logistics Responsibilities
  • Plan and arrange all transport on imports/exports/inland to and from the ports/silos/customers with road and rail companies; negotiate the best possible rates.
  • Execute contracts according to signed terms and understand INCOTERMS.
  • Ensure storage space at offloading slots at inland customers.
  • Invoicing customers for the product and ensure timely payment.
  • Handle queries on delivery and perform reconciliations and finalizations of contracts.
  • Analyze the P&L at month end and provide management with required information.
  • Take full ownership and accountability of reported values.

• 5 years’ experience in Logistics planning
• 5 years’ experience in dealing with Agriculture Industry (Grains and Oilseeds)

• Advanced Excel & Macro skills
• Tech savy with a strong interest in technologies and process optimizations
• Ability to work independently and in a pressurized & dynamic environment
• Good team player
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Analytical; strong problem solving skills
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans (oral and written)
• Excellent communication skills for relaying crucial information to various organizations and negotiating contracts and transportation costs with third-party vendors

Job description:

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT HILLSIDE

Our Hillside Aluminium smelter in Richards Bay produces high-quality, primary aluminium for the domestic and export markets.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Specialist Process Control and Improvement, you will be responsible to administer the production standards, operating procedures and control systems that ensure critical controls of the production processes exist and are effective. To conduct the production system monitoring and analysis and execute improvements to production systems and practices to achieve and maintain the predictable, stable and required levels of operating performance within HSECQ requirements.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:

• Execute strategies to analyse performance and initiate improvement actions (e.g. dispatch control and analysis; plant / fleet statistical process control; production execution improvement);
• Adhere to standards and critical controls required to manage HSECQ and operational material risks, legal obligations and South32 and ISO Standards;
• Conduct investigations of relevant Events. Execute the production equipment work strategies for SAP;
• Assist to develop, review and maintain standard operating procedures to support the safe execution of production work;
• Execute all duties in line with statutory legislation, and South32 standards and requirements;
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of all events and hazards and participate in workplace investigations or observations as required;
• Contribute to building a cohesive working environment;
• Actively participate in all people performance and development initiatives to ensure the team's performance meets the required standards;
• Build, support and maintain healthy diverse internal (peers / team members / managers) as well as external (service providers etc.) relationships and implement remedial actions were required to ensure achievement of organisational goals.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• A minimum of 4 – 6 years' work experience;
• Production / Process Control Improvement experience within a heavy industry environment;
• Valid Code B (08) Driver's license is essential.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Degree/BTECH in Mechanical Engineering/ Chemical Engineering.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website 

This advertisement will close on  16 October 2025.

Profile description:

As a Specialist Process Control and Improvement, you will be responsible to administer the production standards, operating procedures and control systems that ensure critical controls of the production processes exist and are effective. To conduct the production system monitoring and analysis and execute improvements to production systems and practices to achieve and maintain the predictable, stable and required levels of operating performance within HSECQ requirements.

Listing reference: atns_

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 27 November 2024

Job category: Admin, Office Support and Services

Location: Bedfordview

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

ATNS

Applications are invited for the position of Continuous Improvement Process & SLA Management Specialist (Grade 8) based at Bruma. The successful applicants will be reporting to the Head of Business Process and Continuous Improvement.

Major Activities

Implement continuously improved Business Processes - Implement, design, develop and model our Business Process continuous improvement process to the Plan-Do-Check-Act Principle (PDCA) quality Kazen methodology that is also aligned to ISO 9001:2015. Support the Head of BP & Continuous Improvement in developing, implementing, and managing the Business Services strategy aligned to the vision and culture of the organisation and business strategy of ATNS. Implement continuous improvements by analysing and evaluating existing business processes. To determine and outline areas of business process improvement opportunities and automation to address bottlenecks and suboptimal processes. Conduct workshops with business units to identify process improvements. Assist the Head to recommend and advise the business about the identified process improvements or changes. Develop action plans and implement process improvements. Monitor implementation of the approved business process improvements. Manage and oversee all aspects of implementing approved business process improvements, including project scopes and schedules. Monitor and measure the benefits of change implementation. Collaboration with Process owners to effectively implement and comply with defined processes. Manage the documentation of current operations, recommend improvements, and evaluate the efficiency of changes made to business processes. Define and implement the change process from request to approval and publishing. Identify risks and issues in business processes and systems. Implement Business Process governance. Assist with performing ongoing analyses on business processes related to productivity, quality, costs, and time management. Assist the Head in converting key business metrics into the business process and reporting against agreed BP metrics weekly, monthly or ad-hoc as required. Perform root cause analysis, resolve business process problems, and report accordingly through the BP team. Facilitate workshops to solicit requirements and verify business processes. Train employees of the business process system and integration into departmental working plans and instructions. Submit BP written reports to the Head of BPCI. Assist the Head of BPCI in monitoring and measuring the benefits of post-process implementation to ensure product quality and efficiency through audits.

SLA Development - Assist the head with the Management of interdepartmental SLA. Facilitate the development of interdepartmental SLAs with Business units. Assist the Head to monitor performance as per the set targets. Assist the Head and HC with a period review of the performance against the set obligations.

BPM Maturity Level - Assist the Head with coordinating the improvement of the BP Maturity level. Collaborate with the eternal provider to assess the Maturity level. Assist the Head with the implementation of the defined recommendation to the next maturity level.

Client - Maintain strong relationships with Process Owners. Evaluate alignment to defined processes by departments. Liaise with other departments, customers, and supplier service providers. Collaborate and work closely with business resources. Define Business Processes with the business units. Supervise clients to deliver and maintain business processes. Engage with personnel at all levels, internally about Business process matters.

Governance - Participate in the Business Services action Governance process. Support the Head of BP&CI to develop business process policies, standards, and methodology. Assist in Process Management Governance. To apply proper controls using defined BPM standards and methodology.

Minimum Qualifications

• NQF Level 7 Qualification in IT, Project and Programme management, Business Management or a related field.
• Business Process, Quality Management, and Six Sigma Certification would be an advantage.
• Minimum required experience of 4-7 years in the business process environment.

If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998 are encouraged to apply.

People living with disabilities will be given preference in line with the with the EE Plan.

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

Our Hillside Aluminium smelter in Richards Bay produces high-quality, primary aluminium for the domestic and export markets.

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
• Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.
• South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Specialist Process Control and Improvement, you will be responsible to administer the production standards, operating procedures and control systems that ensure critical controls of the production processes exist and are effective. To conduct the production system monitoring and analysis and execute improvements to production systems and practices to achieve and maintain the predictable, stable and required levels of operating performance within HSECQ requirements.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Execute strategies to analyse performance and initiate improvement actions (e.g. dispatch control and analysis; plant / fleet statistical process control; production execution improvement);
• Adhere to standards and critical controls required to manage HSECQ and operational material risks, legal obligations and South32 and ISO Standards;
• Conduct investigations of relevant Events. Execute the production equipment work strategies for SAP;
• Assist to develop, review and maintain standard operating procedures to support the safe execution of production work;
• Execute all duties in line with statutory legislation, and South32 standards and requirements;
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of all events and hazards and participate in workplace investigations or observations as required;
• Contribute to building a cohesive working environment;
• Actively participate in all people performance and development initiatives to ensure the team’s performance meets the required standards;
• Build, support and maintain healthy diverse internal (peers / team members / managers) as well as external (service providers etc.) relationships and implement remedial actions were required to ensure achievement of organisational goals.

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• A minimum of 4 – 6 years’ work experience;
• Production / Process Control Improvement experience within a heavy industry environment;
• Valid Code B (08) Driver’s license is essential.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Degree/BTECH in Mechanical Engineering/ Chemical Engineering.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please note that this advertisement will close on 16 October 2025.