Specialist Intelligence and Investigations

We have an exciting opportunity for Specialist Intelligence & Investigations. The purpose of this role is to develop and implement intelligence networks as part of the Kumba Security Strategy to create a safe and secure operational environment.

We’re the best in the industry.

You’ll make us better.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

Kumba Iron Ore               

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Rosebank, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

As Specialist Intelligence & Investigations your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety, Health, and Environment:

• Maintain and ensure a healthy environment, safe operations practices, and compliance with all applicable SHE policies and procedures within Kumba standards.
• Support a culture that focuses on safety in all operations.

Intelligence & Investigations:

• Oversee the intelligence collection processes.
• Review risk and translate it into intelligence requirements.
• Define intelligence requirements and update continuously.
• Provide expert intelligence input to senior leadership through verbal and written briefings.
• Drive the use of best practices to improve intelligence practices continually.
• Consult with group security intelligence and other external partners.
• Conduct change management and communication program to onboard security function and other relevant Kumba functions (e.g., Corporate Affairs and P&O), with the support of the Principal Security and Intelligence.
• Manage analysis reports/dashboards for intelligence users (e.g., other AA functions, Group Security)
• Investigate Ethics Committee cases that are highly sensitive and could cause severe reputational damage to KIO.
• Manage and lead a team of investigators, including contracted/outsourced investigators at HO and all other Kumba sites.
• Support the Manager Security Services to prevent the growing threat of industrial espionage, illegal eavesdropping, and surveillance.
• Enable the company, its employees, and other stakeholders to conduct business free from illicit threats and unlawful interference.
• Monitor exploration, mining, processing, and in transit (on roads, airspace, and across borders).
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements by conducting market analysis, networking, and international and local benchmarking.
• Ensure all businesses comply with corporate governance and policies and statutory, legal, and other requirements.

People and Teams:

• Network, promote teamwork, provide support, and advise and influence performance to give effect to the intelligence strategy.

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements by conducting market analysis, networking, and international and local benchmarking.
• Ensure all businesses comply with corporate governance and policies and statutory, legal, and other requirements.
• Develop periodic reports on ongoing investigations and other investigation statistics for critical stakeholders.

This role is in Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) department on a Band 6 (D-Upper) level reporting to the Principal Security & Intelligence.

• Grade 12 /N3 Technical
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Forensic investigations (NQF7)
• Registered with Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority Grade
• Registration with PSIRA A Grade
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certificate is preferred
• No Criminal Record
• Pass the Polygraph Test
• Firearms training and Competence (to be provided)
• SA Drivers Licence: Code B (Light Vehicle)

Technical Knowledge

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in intelligence and investigations, preferably in the mining industry.
• Understanding of project management fundamentals.
• Proficiency in data analysis.
• Familiarity with new technologies and their impact on intelligence activities.
• Knowledge of intelligence tools and techniques.
• Understanding of business acumen, commercial drivers affecting site performance, and the impact of disruption on operations.
• Basic understanding of financial metrics, cost and value management, and budgeting tools.
• Familiarity with risk management techniques and critical controls.
• Understanding safety, health, environment, legislative, statutory, regulatory, and permitting requirements.

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified 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.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

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.

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.