About Syrah

Syrah Resources Limited is an Australian Securities Exchange listed (ASX: SYR) industrial minerals and technology company with its flagship Balama Graphite Operation in Mozambique (“Balama”) and a downstream Active Anode Material Project in Vidalia, Louisiana USA (“Vidalia”). Syrah’s Vision is to be the world’s leading supplier of superior quality graphite and anode material products, working closely with customers and the supply chain to add value in battery and industrial markets.

At Syrah, our people are our point of difference. In pursuit of our Vision, we have established and continue to drive a high-performance culture founded on our Company Values where employees, contract partners and value chain participants are treated with fairness and respect, and where ethical and sustainable business practices are upheld.

We are proud of our workforce diversity and remain committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all of our employees. Accordingly, Syrah keeps an open mind to its recruitment and selection processes and strongly encourages people from all different backgrounds to apply for a role with the Company. Flexible working options are available to ensure we reach the widest pool of talent possible.

About the role

Reporting to the Company’s General Manager AAM Operations (Phase 2), an exciting opportunity exists for an Operations Manager to join the Syrah team based in Vidalia, Louisiana. This role is responsible for the Operations including Control Room, Material Handlers, Maintenance, Planning and Reliability at site. The role is accountable for ~ 60% of the workforce at Vidalia. The role relationships with other management units are differentiated as per the organizational function below:

LEADERSHIP:

• Exhibit exemplary values-based leadership at all times, encourage and drive these behaviors in others.
• Ensure operational compliance with all Quality, Health, Safety, Security, Environment & Community (HSSEC) standards and drive a strong safety culture. Investigate all safety and environmental incidents immediately and address root causes.
• Practice leader for Lean Principles, Daily Management, Problem Solving and 5S.
• Assist in leading and developing an effective, high-performance organizational culture within the VAM team.
• Accountable for adhering to the shift schedule and facilitates the integration of work in all sections (including maintenance and production) into a cohesive and efficient schedule. The role motivates multi-disciplinary teams to maximize efficiency of planned work.
• Lead and develop a team with the required Operational and Maintenance competencies through effective personnel management and human resources planning, together with appropriate training and personal development programs.
• Mentor, coach, challenge and hold people accountable for getting tasks completed to schedule.
• Ensure that staff are trained and assessed as competent to carry out their work. The competency of personnel is to be verified by documentation prior to carrying out any tasks.
• Conduct formal performance reviews adhering to review timelines with organizational performance.
• Establish and improve systems of work through control system modifications, work procedures and training material to improve effectiveness and efficiency of operations and control across the entire site.
• Ensure understanding of Change Control documentation and requirements for investigations and customer reports, collaborating closely with Quality and Technical Managers to align with the Quality Plan.
• Maintain compliance with Control Plan limits and other customer specifications through effective coordination with Quality and Technical Managers.

OPERATIONS:

• Ensure the milling, purification, drying, coating, and carbonization equipment is operated safely and within the site safety standards and regulatory requirements to meet the business plan.
• Ensure equipment is safe for Maintenance to perform planned and scheduled tasks.
• Process parameters within control are met leading to 100% conformance to quality standard.
• Lead the Control Room function for in control and capable operations across all shifts.
• Lead Material Handlers by coordinating with Procurement and Logistics team to ensure efficient inventory management.

MAINTENANCE:

• To lead improvement activities related to equipment safety, performance and maintenance and determine and specify the standards required for operating equipment to achieve acceptability and cycle times.
• Provide specialist mechanical and electrical support for maintenance and operations staff as well as provide the interface to Project engineering.
• Leads reliability to monitor assigned area and reports key performance parameters and determines necessary corrective action to correct deviation from established parameters. The following trends and activities are reported on:
  • Critical asset availability
  • Primary Maintenance (PM), Corrective Maintenance, Preventive/Predictive Maintenance
  • Minimize % MTBF
  • Completion of assigned RCFA/Failure Analysis action items in assigned areas
  • Preventative Maintenance routine updates and review in assigned area
  • Overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) – Target 80%

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong leadership skills, demonstrating commitment to direct reports, peers, and Syrah values.
• 15+ years of relevant industry experience at a senior leadership level, preferably within manufacturing, mining, or resources companies.
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to develop and maintain credible relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen and demonstrated experience delivering business improvement and cost reduction programs.
• Successful track record in managing operational performance withing the Chemical Processing, Mining and/or Manufacturing industries.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong ability to engage with, and drive outcomes within a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of initiative, motivation and drive to continually improve themselves and the organization.
• A strategic mindset, with the ability to consider a range of factors and provide a fresh perspective when solving problems and making decisions.
• Strong industrial and business acumen.
• Accountable for achieving goals through strong leadership and commitment to the job at hand.
• Demonstrate integrity and responsibility through honest, respectful, and transparent communication.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to establish rapport with a wide range of individuals both within and outside the organization.

If you would like to be part of a dynamic organisation and possess the skills and experience outlined above, please click Apply Now and attach your CV and Cover Letter.

Please note: a pre-employment medical and police clearance form part of our overall recruitment process. Third party applications will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Further information about the company and its operations can be found on the Syrah website: https://www.syrahresources.com.au