BCMix Coordinator, A&C

Who is Lafarge?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 7,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

Who are Lafarge People?

Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

About the Job

This role involves full accountability for the performance and upkeep of BCMix systems and equipment, ensuring seamless integration with other digital business systems such as FireQ, SAP, and LogOn. It includes acting as the team leader for BCMix upgrades and improvement initiatives, while exemplifying strong leadership in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and Diversity & Inclusion (D&I). Promoting and embedding H&S and D&I practices within the function is a key aspect of the responsibilities.

What you'll be doing

Health & Safety:

• Ensure all associated equipment is maintained in a safe condition. 
• Conduct Regular VPC across the RMX plants / offices in line with Objectives set, to assess H&S compliance, with documented report.
• Reports all incidents/VPC and near misses
• Participate in the conduct of RCA of any incidents relating to their scope of work. 

BCMix Core Responsibilities

• Ensure inconsistencies related with BCMix software are addressed timely, especially during batching / production.
• Ensure BCMix Database files are updated and properly backed up for all plants.
• Regularly check the interface system to ensure all files (including failed files) are sent to the ERP system.
• Ensure the BCMix Server is up and running and follow up with the central team in the event of any scheduled maintenance activity.
• Carry out OTC request duly approved by the head of business and reconcile as at when due. OTC requests could be as a result of the following: Poor network, System application failure, Insufficient funds, maintenance activity, Etc.
• Ensure successful roll-out of all new applications introduced into the business with due regression test (end to end) carried out.
• Align with the central team on updates available for BCMix, newly introduced software and improvements introduced into the business.
• Generate on a monthly basis BCMix Error Report and all KPI’s for RMX business.

SAP / Other I.T based Responsibilities

• Regularly support the sales admin in delivery reconciliations as per request and ensure seamless end month activity.
• Support procurement department with inconsistencies / issues related to purchase orders and scheduling agreements for all RMX plants.
• Support the quality department in resolving any form of mix creation, optimizations, material properties and integration issues.
• Support inventory reconciliation for all plants on a monthly basis addressing all forms of failed consumption / reception reports not integrated in SAP. Ensure all pending idocs are processed successfully.
• Support the logistics department whenever there is an issue with the introduction of a new fleet / vendor / supplier in all RMX plants

Other Responsibilities

• Fix errors that are electrical and Instrumentation related for all plants
• Participate in Plant Installation and Commissioning for new and renovated plants.
• Support in electrical related faults for all plants.
• Ensure all plants are calibrated on a monthly basis and supported when necessary.
• Assist in plant modifications for effective performance

What we are looking for 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or related disciplines
• 3 – 5 years of professional experience in automated plants or production lines, especially Readymix concrete 
• Strong acumen in industrial automation, electrical technology and IT
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Have knowledge on PLC (if possible Schneider) and be able to set up connection between PLC and PC, download and upload programs
• Be able to fix PLC issues during installation
• Connect the PLC to the devices according to electrical diagram
• Manage all equipment connected with the PLC for the Readymix operation, have a proven fault finding and diagnostic skill set
• Understand electrical diagrams, be able to identify and document modifications performed
• Be able to connect, replace, and remove equipment and accessories and supervise electricians doing the same during installation.
• Have a minimum knowledge of PC and Windows environment to be able to do all the necessary operations at the plant level 
• Install databases (such as Sybase) and be able to run basic database operations to confirm successful installation

Your Lafarge Experience
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.