Job Post: Technical Writer / Mango Administrator

Situated in the Piet Retief/Panbult area, ± 55 km from Piet Retief, Kangra Coal (Pty) Ltd. is a modern, mechanised mine. This colliery has the following vacancy:

The ideal applicant will meet the following requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Grade 12

  • Diploma in Business Administration or safety management 

  • Degree in Business Administration will be advantageous

  • Valid driver’s license

Experience:

  • Minimum of three years of relevant experience in document writing & document control

  • Mining/ Engineering in coal mining environment

  • Strong health and safety records

Skills and abilities:

  • Proven experience in technical writing for documents

  • Ability to deliver high-quality documentation with attention to detail

  • Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable through text and images

  • Excellent written communication skills in English

  • Advanced computer skills

  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

  • Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Mine Health & Safety Act

  • Knowledge of drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Code of Practice as relevant guidelines

  • Knowledge to conduct risk assessments and apply risk management principles

  • Sound knowledge of DMRE (Department of Mineral Resources and Energy) requirements

  • Strong communication skills

  • Effective presentation skills

  • Ability to add value to the business

  • Ability to set and achieve goals

  • Knowledge of underground mining, opencast mining, and engineering operations

  • Regularly review and improve the quality of documentation based on user feedback and technological updates

     

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work with internal teams to gain an in-depth understanding of the document and its documentation requirements.

  • Produce high-quality documentation that meets applicable standards and is appropriate for the intended audience.

  • Write clear and easy-to-understand user interface text and developer guides.

  • Create tutorials to assist end users in utilizing various applications.

  • Analyse existing and potential content, focusing on reuse and single-sourcing opportunities.

  • Create and maintain information architecture.

  • Ensure that all employees adhere to health and safety procedures and policies through training, coaching and advising

  • Assist management in identifying documentation gaps and provide constructive advice to close those gaps.

  • Be willing to work extra hours if needed.

Interested parties should send a CV and copies of certificates to:

The Human Resources Department

E-mail: recruitment@kangracoal.co.za

NOTE: CV’S WITHOUT A COVERING LETTER WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Kangra Coal (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.

A shortlist will be compiled and selected applicants will be invited for an interview. If no response is received within 14 days, applicants may assume their applications to be unsuccessful. All original certificates and proof of experience must be produced at the interview.

Closing date: 06 November 2024

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