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Je suis Charlie (I am Charlie) is a statement used by supporters of free speech
against the 7 January 2015 massacre in which 12 people were killed at the offices of
satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo in Paris, France. The statement identifies the
speaker with those who died at the Charlie Hebdo shooting, and by extension for
freedom of speech and resistance to armed threats. Some journalists embraced the
expression as a rallying cry for the freedom of self-expression.
The website of Charlie Hebdo went offline shortly after the shooting, and when it
returned it bore the legend Je Suis Charlie on a black background.
The statement was used as the hashtag #jesuischarlie on Twitter, as computer
printed or hand-made placards and stickers, and displayed on mobile phones at
vigils, and on many websites, particularly media sites.
Beyond expressing sympathy for the victims, within hours of the attack the hashtag
was embraced by journalists over the issue of censorship and threats. Gene Policinski,
chief operating officer of the Newseum Institute and senior vice president of the First
Amendment Center, said the Charlie Hebdo killings were part of a string of recent
threats toward journalists and freedom of speech, following North Koreas threats
over the 2014 film The Interview and ISILs executions of journalists. He noted that
instead of being successful at silencing anyone, these attempts at censorship and
the Paris massacre have backfired and instead brought more awareness and support
to freedom of speech.
Journalist Peter Bella wrote that more than 100 reporters were killed doing their
jobs in 2014 and that many were executed just because they were journalists.
As colleagues on the other side of the world, Platinum Gazette wholeheartedly
agree with the sentiment : Je suis Charlie; nous sommes tous Charlie.(I am Charlie;
we are all Charlie).

Platinum Gazette

9 January 2015

ConCourt decides
Bapedi kingship
The Constitutional Court handed down
judgment in an appeal against the decision
of the Supreme Court of Appeal concerning
the Bapedi Kingship on 15 December last
year.
Under the Traditional Leadership and
Governance Framework Act (Framework
Act), the Commission on Traditional
Leadership Disputes and Claims
(Commission) investigates traditional
leadership disputes in South Africa. With
regard to the Bapedi paramountcy, a dispute
had arisen about whether the kingship
resorted under the lineage of Kgoi
Sekhukhune I or of Kgoi Mampuru II, who
fought each other for the throne in the
second half of the 1800s. Having considered
the evidence before it, the Commission ruled
that Kgoi Mampuru II had been the rightful
heir to the kingship in terms of the Bapedi
customary law of succession at the time.
However, it concluded that Kgoi Mampuru
II lost the kingship in 1861 when Kgoi
Sekhukhune I challenged and drove Kgoi
Mampuru II out of the kingdom.
It was not unusual at the time, according
to the Commission, for kingship to be
usurped through might and bloodshed.
While Kgoi Mampuru II returned in 1881
and killed Kgoi Sekhukhune I, he did not
ascend the throne because he fled and was
ultimately captured and executed by the
Boer government for Kgoi Sekhukhune Is
killing.
Bapedi Marota Mamone (the applicant),
a traditional community representing the
descendants of Kgoi Mampuru II,
challenged the Commissions decision. The
applicant argued that the decision was
irrational because it applied the might and
bloodshed rule to Kgoi Sekhukhune Is
driving-off of Kgoi Mampuru II in 1861 but

not to Kgoi Mampuru IIs killing of Kgoi

Sekhukhune I in 1881. And, the applicant
argued, the Commission ignored the fact
that Kgoi Mampuru II was installed as
leader of the Bapedi while Kgoi
Sekhukhune I was imprisoned by the British.
These arguments were unsuccessful in
the High Court and in the Supreme Court of
Appeal.The Constitutional Court granted the
applicant leave to appeal but ultimately
dismissed the appeal. The majority
judgment, written by Khampepe J
(Moseneke DCJ, Cameron J, Froneman J,
Leeuw AJ, Madlanga J, Van der Westhuizen
J and Zondo J concurring) concluded that
the Commissions decision was not
irrational.
After challenging Kgoi Mampuru II in
1861, Kgoi Sekhukhune I took the kingship
and ruled the Bapedi for 20 years. By
contrast, Kgoi Mampuru II never ruled the
Bapedi after killing Kgoi Sekhukhune I in
1881. The events therefore differed in a
material respect and it was not irrational for
the Commission to distinguish them. In
addition, the Commission found Kgoi
Mampuru IIs brief rule during Kgoi
Sekhukhune Is reign was of no legal
relevance. His coronation was a unilateral
act of the British government and there was
no evidence that it was sanctioned in
accordance with Bapedi customary law.
The minority judgment, written by Jafta J
(Nkabinde J concurring), would have set
aside the Commissions decision on the
basis that it failed to consider relevant facts
and was not rationally connected to the
information before it. In addition, Jafta J held
that the Commission did not apply the
relevant customary law that existed at the
time, as it was obliged to do by the
Framework Act.

NEWS

9 JANUARY 2015

Eastplats SA up for sale

Photograph: Eastplats development near Steelpoort (currently under
care and maintenance).

Canadian mining firm, Eastern Platinum (Eastplats) expects to net $175.5-million from selling its South African
platinum assets to Chinese firm Hebei Zhongbo Platinum, after accounting for buying out minority partners and
settling other costs.
The TSX-listed Eastplats on November 7 announced that the Chinese firm had agreed to pay $225-million in
cash for its assets, including the flagship Crocodile River mine in South Africas North West province, which was
shuttered on August 1, 2013, and its Eastern Limb development project. Under the Agreement, Hebei Zhongbo will
acquire a portfolio of PGM assets including the Crocodile River Mine, Spitzkop, Kennedys Vale and Mareesburg
projects (which too was placed on care and maintenance in the fourth quarter of 2012) and their associated mining
and prospecting rights in a manner compliant with South Africas mining laws, environmental and socio-economic
requirements.
Closing the deal was subject to buying out the minority interests, which Eastplats had calculated to cost $25.7million. Eastplats would also pay just under $20-million in finders fees and $3.8-million in transaction costs.
Eastplats shareholders would vote on the proposed transaction on February 5 and the deal was expected to
close within three to six months.

He said: Listen, King Jehoshaphat and all who live in

Judah and Jerusalem! This is what the LORD says to
you: Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this
vast army. For the battle is not yours, but Gods. ... You
will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions;
stand firm and see the deliverance the LORD will give
you, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid; do not
be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the
LORD will be with you. 2 Chronicles 20:15, 17 (NIV)
(Photograph: Ruben Zwart - December 2014, Lekgalameetse
Nature Reserve, Limpopo)

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Millions for community upliftment

On 11 December 2014 Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines (ECM)
officially opened the Phabema Project. This project saw more than
R10 million in capital spent to date and will benefit the communities
surrounding ECM.
In the Lannex Mine Social and Labour Plan a Waste Rock
Beneficiation and Brick Making plant are included. The aim was to
move these plans towards an enterprise that is sustainable and
operational. This was realised with the official opening of Phabema
Project.
Currently the operational activities of the project include crushing
and screening, concrete batching and brick making.
To ECM it was important to invest in something that will yield longterm results, possible growth and be sustainable in the area. The
large amount of aggregate already available to the project saw it off
to a flying start and one of their first orders from a mine in the area
consisted of more than 240 cubes on opening day.
Formalities of the event took place at Winterveld village after which
the group traveled to Lannex Mine where the Phabema Project is
situated. There LEDET MEC Seaparo Sekoati and Mr. Jrgen
Schalamon, Samancor CEO officially opened the plant. Visitors
were taken on a tour of the plant and demonstrations given.
Mr. Schalamon praised the community for their commitment towards
the project while Mr. Sekoati thanked Samancor ECM for their
commitment towards upliftment in the area.

9 JANUARY 2015

NEWS

Proud Calvinites
Calvin College in Burgersfort received a
94,56% pass rate - an improvement on the
previous year.
The school had 45 candidates qualify for further
studies for a Bacherlors degree, 24 for a
diploma and 18 qualified for a higher certificate.
The school is very proud of Harmony Sefiti who
obtained 7 distinctions. She will be studing
towards becoming an accountant. Hoosnah
Gani received 5 distinctions. She would like
qualify as a teacher. Dimpo Maphanga has 4

distinctions and will join Harmony in studying

towards becoming an accountant. Precious
Magane also has 4 distinctions. She has been
accpeted to start her studies in medicine at the
Wits University this year. Bernedict Mokoena
obtained 3 distinctions and will be going to the
University of Pretoria to qualify as a computer
engineer. Ms. Lorraine Brits, principal of the
school and Mr Devassy, school manager are
very proud of every learner who passed and
wish all of them a bright future.

Apply now for

these bursaries
The Mining Qualifications Authority has
announced their allocation of bursary
funding for the 2015/2016 financial year.
Bursary funding will be for students for the
2015 academic year.
The bursaries will be available to students
intending to study full time at a South African
university, University of Technology or
Technical Vocational Education Training
College (TVET) in the following core mining
and other related disciplines: Higher
Education Discipline: Mining Engineering,
Metallurgical Engineering (Extractive only),
Mechanical Engineering, ElectroMechanical Engineering, Mining Survey,
Geology, Electrical Engineering (Heavy
Current only), Chemical Engineering
(Mineral Processing), Industrial Engineering,
Jewellery Design and Manufacturing.
TVET Institutions Discipline: Diesel
Mechanic, Fitter and Turner, Electrician,
Boiler Maker, Fitting including Machining,
Millwrights,
Rigger
Ropesman,
Instrumentation.Special preference will be
given to applicants persuing the following
fields of study: Environmental Management
and Health; Analytical Chemistry and Rock
Engineering. The bursary programme offers
financial assistance to students covering the
following: Tuition, Accommodation, Meals
and prescribed book allowance. The bursary

is renewable annually based on academic

performance and results, subject to the MQA
bursary policy.
To be considered for a bursary, the applicant
must have: Grade 12 or Academic records
of previous year/s. Preference will be given
to financially needy applicants from previous
disadvantaged groups with the focus on the
following categrories: Female Applicants
and Applicants from Rural Areas. Applicants
who had/have been approved for a bursary
program by another organisation/institution
at the time of the application for MQA
bursary will not be considered.
Prospective students applying should submit
the following: Certified grade 12 results,
Certified copy of Identity Document, Proof
of Acceptance or Registration as a student
at a South African Academic Institution.
Shortlisted applicants will also be subjected
to a selection process by the MQA bursary
Committee. Applications will close on 30
January 2015 at 12:00 and no late
applications will be considered. Applicants
who have not been contacted by the MQA
within 28 days of receipt of their applications
must accept their application as being
unsuccessful. The awarding of bursaries is
at the sole discretion of the MQA.
Enquiries: info@mqa.org.za or call: 011 593
1916

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Passport to the Future

Project farewell
Passport to Future Project (PTF), a youth career
development programme initiated by the Olifants River
Water Resources Development Project (ORWRDP-2C)
held a farewell and closure function on the 9 December
2014 at Mapodile Thusong Service Center for all its intakes.
The function was held to send off all participants from all
intakes and officially close the programme. In attendance
from Sekhukhune District Municipality was Cllr Mike
Mamahlako. Tubatse Local Municipality was also
represented. Other stakeholders included ORWRDP-2C
project manager Mr Ntsoli Maiketso, ORWRDP-2C Social
specialist Dr Thato Shale, Basil Read and Aurecon
Ndodana Joint Venture representatives and participants
from all three intakes.
Participants from
intake three were
issued
their
certificates and PTF
jackets, participants
from intake one and
two did not leave
empty handed as
they had already
received
their
certificates they also
received their jackets.
PTF was launched on
9 April 2014 at
Mapodile Thusong
Service Center. The
project accepted 300
participants from
directly and indirectly

impacted ORWRDP-2C areas (each intake consisted of

100 participants each).
Although training has come to an end this is not the end
for PTF and its participants, the project will continue with
its objectives of assisting participants with finding
employment, identifying opportunities available and
applicable to them and also finding an institution to continue
with the project. Therefore the project appeals to all
employers in all sectors to assist in providing opportunities
for these participants who are both qualified and eager to
take part in building the economy thus alleviating and
breaking the cycle of poverty.
Enquiries contact Ms Jessica Sekhukhune 078 411 1306.

(Photographs and information: Passport to the Future project).

9 JANUARY 2015

Advertorial

More than R100 million in infrastructure

development for communities
Located 15 kilometres northwest of
Burgersfort, along the border between the Mpumalanga and Limpopo
provinces, Modikwa Platinum Mine is
a proud and caring mine which forms
an integral part of the local community. The mine was formed through a
joint venture between ARM Mining
Consortium and Anglo Platinum and
has become a cornerstone of economic development in the area.
One of the core priorities of Modikwa
Platinum Mine is creating Socio Economic Development programs for surrounding communities, as well as its
employees. Through the Social Labour
Plan, Modikwa Platinum Mine demonstrates care and commitment to the
community and has to date built
infrastructre designed to:
- Supply communities with basic
water, electricity, roads and
buildings.
- Relieve and alleviate poverty.
- As well as to develop the
community as a whole.
To achieve this Modikwa Platinum
Mine inter alia launched the following three projects on 10th and 11th December 2014:
1. Diphale Tribal Office
2. The Makgapheng Agricultural
Farm
3. Khulong Ya Hwashi Engineering
Workshop
The implementation of these projects
has been based on the needs of each
area, in consultation with the beneficiaries and, with the guidance of the
Department of Mineral Resources.
The mine trained local SMEs to provide goods and services to meet the
needs of the company and also enhanced their capacity to access markets that are external so that they can
become self-sufficient and sustainable.
These projects are just a few of the
many initiatives Modikwa Platinum
Mine implements in an effort to assist with uplifting its surrounding communities.

Khulong Ya Hwashi
Engineering
Workshop
This project forms part of Enterprise Development
Initiative and it is also classified as an income-generating project. It offers the following services to the
mines:
Manufacturing and repair of hydraulic cylinders

The project was

handed over with
great joy and pride.
Celebrations
included prayers
and blessings for
the project and
thanks to the Mine.

Repair of hydraulic pumps, valves and motors

Supply of hydraulic hose and fittings
General Engineering
Repair of conveyor gearboxes and tail and drive
pulleys
Field services on all trackless mining machines and
earthmoving machinery
The supply of parts and components for trackless
machines
The installation and extensions of conveyor belts
Repair LHD Boom and Bucket
Frame work repairs

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Diphale
Tribal Office
The Tribal office falls under infrastructure development. Tribal offices are used for community gatherings, where matters are riased, discussed and resolved. The offices also serve as a base for information services that render government services that
include SASSA and other related public services.
Both the mine and the traditional authority appealed
to the community to look after their new tribal office
and see it as a place where a better future can be
generated and not as something to be neglected or
damaged.
The celebrations at the opening of the office included a
lunch served in the hall area of the building.

The launching of the various

projects were attended by Modikwa
Mine management representatives,
representatives of ARM and
members of the community and
leadership structures in the
community.

The Makgapheng
Agricultural Farm
The Makgapheng Agricultural Farm is
designed to aggressively address one of
the major economic issues facing the
people of our country by relieving as
well as alleviating poverty and stimulating economic development within the
host communities, an effort without
which the development and progress in
the area, is severely hindered.
In light of this premise, Modikwa
Platinum Mine implemented the
Makgapheng Agricultural project. It is
made up of 14 members who farm
vegetables such as cabbage, spinach,
potatoes, tomatoes, butternut, carrots
and maize on 10 hectares of land.
This farming project not only provide
the families involved with fresh vegetables, but also an income through the
sale of their produce.

NEWS

Nine
years of
safety
Mr Emile Britz, Mr Zenzile Moni, Mr Jacques van der
Schyff from ECM with Ms Anna Mantsiu who
represented the Department of Mineral Resources.
Lannex veterans
received gifts in
recognition for their
service and hard
work.

An ox on the spit
was on the menu at
the celebrations.

9 JANUARY 2015
Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines (ECM) Lannex Mine celebrated
9 years of safety in December. The mine reached a milestone of 6
000 fatality free shifts (FFS) early in December.
Employees and mine management came together in honour of this
record. At the event veteran workers of the mine were also rewarded
for their years of service.
A special trophy was handed over to Lannex Mine in recognition of
this achievement. Mr Emile Britz, Samancor ECM General Manager
encouraged employees to continue being vigilant when it comes to
safety. We take safety extremely serious and would like to thank
every employee and stakeholder that contributed towards this
milestone.
Employees participated in dance competitions and quizzes to win
prizes. Before being served lunch and receiving a gift from the mine,
they also raised a glass of non-alcoholic sparkling wine in a toast to
their achievement.

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Doornbosch
celebrates 6 000 FFS
Early December was a time of celebration at Samancor
Eastern Chromes Doornbosch Mine.
The mine reached a 6 000 fatality free shift milestone.
This took 9 years to achieve.
The achievement was celebrated with an event that
included a handover of a special trophy from Samancor
to the mine, fun competitions and quizzes, a special gift

for every employee and a meal. A toast with non-alcoholic

sparkling wine emphasised the importance of safety and
everyones joy with this achievement.
Employees, contractors and other stakeholders were all
thanked for their contribution into making safety a priority.
Mr. Emile Britz, ECM General Manager congratulated
everyone and encouraged them to keep up the good work.

Celebrations were
scheduled so that
every employee, no
matter on what shift
they were received
food and a gift in
recognition of their
achievement.

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NEWS

Help asseblief Diphale villages Lucia the

Ultimate South African
Brand Ambassador

Die Ondersteuningsraad Lydenburg is n nie-winsgewende

welsynsorganisasie in Lydenburg. Die organisasie fokus
daarop om dienste te lewer aan behoeftige gesinne asook
kinderbeskermingsdienste aan kinders in nood. Lydenburg is
een van 16 kantore in die land en die organisasie bereik baie
individue deur projekte or groepwerk. Daar is dikwels
intervensie nodig by behoeftiges.
Een van die plekke wat gedentifiseer is waar behoeftiges
gehelp word is Mev. Bessie Viljoen se sopkombuis in
Kellysville. Hierdie sopkombuis gee daagliks een maaltyd aan
25 behoeftige kinders.
n Beroep word op die publiek gedoen om betrokke te raak by
die projek. Die volgende items sal dinge baie vergemaklik vir
Mev. Viljoen. 1 x 2 plaat gasstofie, 1 x yskas, brood en enige
smere, eiers en melk, vrugte en groente. Enige skenkings sal
waardeer word. Skakel die Ondersteuningsraad gedurende
kantoorure by 013 235 2847 of besoek die kantoor by 28
Viljoenstraat, Lydenburg.

Women celebrate
Every year a group of women from Burgersfort get together to
celebrate the end of the year. At this event they focus on their
gratitude for the lives and characters God entrusted to them as
mothers, sisters, wives etc. Last year they celebrated at Lapeng
Lodge. This is the fifth gathersing and it is always on the second
Thursday of December. The group are inviting more women to join
them for future events they are planning.

Above: The group of

Women at Lapeng
Lodge. The ladies
closed off 2014 and
celebrated the
birthday of one of the
groups members Samantha Leotwane.
Anyone wishing to
join them for their
planned future
events can contact
Yvonne Makuwa on
mamokiba.makuwa@
gmail.com

Ms. Lucia Mosoma held Sekhukhunes name

high when she was chosen as South Africas
Ultimate Brand Ambassador for 2014.
The 30-year old Mosoma were one of 6
women from different parts of South Africa
who, for months, went through a rigorous
reality and mentorship TV program designed
to empower, mentor and create awareness.
Their journey culminated into the South
Africa Ultimate Brand Ambassador (SAUBA)
finals gala event held on Saturday 13
December 2014.
During the gala the finalists had to impress
the audience and judges by showcasing their
various talents, the good causes they
support, intellectual capacity and the aptitude
to become the national ambassador
representing South Africa in and around the
continent.
Mosomas journey was a remarkable one. It
was characterized by her activist ethos of
optimism, confidence and hard work. She
invested her time in the worthy cause of
creating awareness of teenage pregnancies,
peer pressure as well as alcohol and drug
abuse in order to minimize HIV/Aids
infections among the youth. She raised R80
000 which was channeled to this cause,
setting her apart from her competitors in
terms of fundraising skills and strategies.
Mosoma also displayed her originality as she
ventured into giving attention to social issues
and equally taking the business community
to taks by making a difference in her village
of Diphale and the broader area of Greater
Tubatse Municipality in Sekhukhune District.
She has committed herself to work towards
creating a positive image of South Africa and
to raise awareness about social issues. She
will be working with associated brands while
benefitting the underprivileged using her
public figure status. Among the prizes she
won is a SUV Car, endorsements as the face
of neaTela fashion and Euphrates beauty
products.
She said: This is a life-changing experience
that opens doors of dialogue and goodwill
between businesses, communities,
entrepreneurs and for my developmental
ventures as the ultimate brand ambassador.
As the reigning South Africas Ultimate Brand
Ambassador I will not disappoint but achieve
phenomenal success beyond measure.
(Information & Phtographs: Sekhukhune
District Municipality).

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located. The key to our ongoing success has been continuous innovation and development. These
endeavours include: A chromium production mine An ore beneficiation plant Pelletising and
sinter plant Four 66 MVA production furnaces. These exciting developments have necessitated
the employ of only the best the mining profession has to offer. Join us at our operation, close to
the rapidly expanding town of Burgersfort in the Limpopo Province.

Mechanical Engineer (D2) Smelter Engineering

The ASA Metals Smelter and its subsidiary, Dilokong Chrome Mine, are situated in the eastern limb
of the Bushveld Ingneous Complex (BIC), where some 83% of the worlds chrome reserves are
located. The key to our ongoing success has been continuous innovation and development. These
endeavours include: A chromium production mine An ore beneficiation plant Pelletising and
sinter plant Four 66 MVA production furnaces. These exciting developments have necessitated
the employ of only the best the mining profession has to offer. Join us at our operation, close to
the rapidly expanding town of Burgersfort in the Limpopo Province.

Safety Officer (C5)

Role Purpose: Ensuring the total engineering efficiency of the Smelter and the optimum availability and reliability of all equipment and plant through compliance with engineering standards,
targets and service level agreements as well as the delivery of capital projects now and in the
future.
Role Responsibilities: Ensure legal compliance and carry 2.13.3.1 and 7 (2) MHS Act legal
appointments Facilitate optimum decision making related to the Smelter Engineering function
and ensure that the professional requirements of the discipline is optimally managed and integrated in to the business activities Implement business plan objectives to ensure targets are
met optimally Manage budget and cost efficiently Manage subordinates performance, including HR, ER Skills development etc. Research and implement process improvement to minimize operational impact and maintenance strategies Provide technical support to subordinates during fault finding and improvement work Identify and motivate projects to ensure
continuous improvement Manage projects to cost and time Adhere to the clauses and
regulations of the Mines Health and Safety Act Participate in the Companys Health, Safe and
Environmental Management Program.
Requirements: Grade 12 B Degree/National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Certificate of competency for Mines and Works will be an advantage. 5 Years experience in the
Engineering and/or Maintenance Management At least 2 years experience in open and closed
Arc Furnace and/or Crushing and Screening Plant maintenance and Pelletising Experience in
managing Engineering Projects Computer literacy at a skilled level A valid Drivers licence.

Role Purpose: To prevent and minimize accidents, dangerous occurences and non-conformaces in
respect of safety and health standards. To coordinate and conduct safety inspections, incident/accident investigations, monitor legal compliance and implement safety initiatives in the workplace. To
provide a safety and risk advisory and reporting services to the business area to ensure a safe and
healthy work environment for all employees.
Role Responsibilities: Participate in regular safety meetings and make recommendations to
ensure overall safety standards are achieved Perform regular inspections of an area of work and
report hazards to ensure environment is safe and hazard free and recommend remedial action where
necessary Ensure compliance with OHSAS 18001 standards Follow up on all corrective and
preventive actions as identified during internal audits and ensure that it is maintained Collect
safety data as an important input to compiling all Safety and Health statistics Conduct requested
legal inspections and report deviations / Investigate all accidents and dangerous occurrences and
recommend corrective and preventive actions Assist during investigation of Section 54 / 55 and
recommend corrective and preventive actions Follow up on all corrective and preventive actions
as identified during Section 54 / 55 investigations and ensure that it is maintained Assist in conducting Safety risk assessments and provide input, corrective and preventive actions Monitor risks and
take control over affected business operations in order to minimize the negative impact.
Requirements: Grade 12 / Matric Certificate SAMTRAC, (or equivalent) with 2 years Smelter
Safety related experience Computer literate (MS Word and MS Excel) with advanced MS Excel
capability Medical Certificate of Fitness and a valid code EB (08) drivers license are essential
requirements Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 and OSHAS 18001 auditing and implementation
experience Proven knowledge and experience of Health and Safety Management in a Smelter
environment Sound knowledge of the MHSA Formal Hazard identification and Risk assessment
course National Diploma or Degree in Safety Management will be advantageous.

General: ASA Metals (Pty) Ltd/Dilokong Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged South Africans. Assessments may
be one of themethods utilised to determine the successful candidate. The company offers a
competitive remuneration package commensurate with the position. The Company reserves the
right not to appoint.

General: ASA Metals (Pty) Ltd/Dilokong Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.
Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged South Africans. Assessments may be one of
themethods utilised to determine the successful candidate. The company offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the position. The Company reserves the right not to appoint.

Please forward your application, stating which position you are applying for by e-mail:
mmabuza@asametals.co.za

Please forward your application, stating which position you are applying for by e-mail:
ethulare@asametals.co.za or by Fax: 013 230 7754.

Applicants who have not heard from the Company within 30 days after the closing date must
accept that their applications were not successful.

Applicants who have not heard from the Company within 30 days after the closing date must accept
that their applications were not successful.

Closing date: 16 January 2015

www.asametals.co.za

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Closing date: 20 January 2015

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SPORT

Relegation
avoided
Kodi White Doves F.C. is starting
2015 on a high.
The Club bought SAB status and
moved from number 15 on the log
with 7 points and 11 remaining
games to finishing at 12th position at
the end of the 2013/2014 season.
The zonal team also finished at
number 12 and the U/15 team
finished third.
Mamelodi Sundowns development
coaches scouted for talent at the club
and 631 players participated in the
Players Exposure Program. 179
Players from U/12 to U/23 were
identified for further assessment.

The club also started with netball.

Girls U/12, U/17 and in the senior
categories are participating in
competitions. Kodi White Doves
ended the year by winning the Top 8
Tournament on New Years Eve at the
Mphana Winter Roses ground. It is a
great achievement for this young team
of 100% U/20 players and the future
looks bright. We plan to win the
regional and inter-regional provincial
play-offs and gain a promotion to ABC
Motsepe League, said Mr Senyane
Kodi, chairman of the club.
(Photograph & Information: Kodi
White Doves F.C)