Continuous Improvement Lead

4 weeks ago

Milton, Queensland, Australia Komatsu Full time

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximising value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimising performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics, and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

Modular Mining Systems is the global leader in mine management technology and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Komatsu LTD. Our innovative technology powers mine operations in every corner of the globe. The products we cultivate, the solutions we engineer, and the service we deliver set us apart in the Mining Technology industry.

We're more than a company, and we're a community of passionate, creative professionals striving toward a shared vision: revolutionizing the way the mining industry operates. With a presence stretching from Johannesburg to Vancouver, Sydney to Lima, you are part of a global brand that supports creativity, fosters innovation, and encourages you to think big, share ideas and be yourself.

Job Purpose

As the Performance Assurance Lead, your role involves overseeing several Australian customer mine sites, as assigned to you. Your primary responsibility is to regularly review the usage and status of Modular products deployed at these sites. By collaborating closely with customers, you will identify improvement opportunities based on your findings. Your ultimate goal is to optimize fleet usage, enhance production efficiency, and achieve cost savings.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Customers: Establish a strong working relationship with customers. Leverage your expertise in mining production operations, mine planning, grade control, and statistical data analytics to drive effective internal communication.
  • Data-Driven Insights: Utilize your knowledge of Modular Mining's Dispatch and other products to provide valuable insights. Work alongside a team of PA Engineers to analyze data and create visualizations that effectively communicate improvement strategies to customers.
  • Product Knowledge: Stay up-to-date with Modular product developments. Engage with other departments to conduct regular reviews with customers, focusing on their ongoing action items log (JoiFUL). Identify areas for improvement.
  • Optimization Expertise: Leverage your understanding of production scheduling and optimization techniques. Maximize material movement within the customer site's primary haulage fleet.

If you thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and can apply technical know-how to practical solutions, this role offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with industry innovators in Mining technology.

This position is full-time, Monday to Friday and will work in a hybrid work environment with the main office located at Milton QLD.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% - typically one week per month

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Utilization and Efficiency Analysis:

  • Evaluate the effectiveness of primary mining production equipment usage.
  • Identify opportunities for system efficiency improvements and optimization.

User Proficiency and Compliance Analysis:

  • Assess system user proficiency and adherence to established procedures.
  • Recommend enhancements to enhance user compliance.

Customer Improvement Projects:

  • Coordinate internal resources within Modular to support customer improvement initiatives.
  • Leverage relevant skills and expertise to drive positive outcomes.

Haulage Production Planning and Simulation:

  • Analyse haulage production plans and simulate scenarios.
  • Optimize material movement within the fleet.

Technical Knowledge and Development:

  • Stay informed about technical advancements, policies, and procedures.
  • Apply expertise in production scheduling and optimization.

Improvement Roadmap Creation:

  • Develop customized improvement roadmaps for each customer.
  • Collaborate with the Training Supervisor and Key Account Manager to identify coaching and training opportunities.

Commercial Collaboration:

  • Work closely with the responsible Key Account Manager for each site by referring all commercial matters to them.
Required Skills and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering or an equivalent degree.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience with proven knowledge in mining production, equipment, scheduling, and optimization.
  • Demonstrated analytical skills and experience in identifying improvement opportunities.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including formal report writing.
  • Strong computer skills, including remote connections, and data transfers.
Desired Skills and Experience
  • Experience with Fleet Management Systems
  • Continuous Improvement experience and certification
  • Proficiency in Power BI, SQL, and a good understanding of databases

These skills will enhance your effectiveness in the Continuous Improvement Lead position.

Why Work With Us
  • We Live by Our 'SLQDC' Vales: Safety, Compliance and Law, Quality and Reliability, Delivery and Cost
  • Insurance Cover: Death and Income Protection Insurances provided during your employment.
  • Yearly Bonus: Potential for all employees to receive a yearly bonus.
  • Healthy Lifestyles: Reimbursements for a healthy lifestyle (gym memberships or sporting activities).
  • Work life balance: Hybrid work and 9 day fortnight options.
  • Study: Educational Reimbursements for study applicable to your role or future progression within the company.
  • Volunteer Leave: One calendar day per year to pursue volunteer activities with a registered charity or not for profit organisation.
  • Inclusivity and Diversity: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome all candidates to apply.
  • We Care: Our peoples' health & wellbeing is imperative to us, so we offer a Wellbeing Program for confidential psychology services for the whole family.
  • Central location: Milton office, close to public transport.
Closing Date

Applications close: Wednesday, 22 May 2024

Modular Mining Systems Pty Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

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