Senior Mining Operations Leader — Strategy & Excellence

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 157,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary package

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mining Operations Manager for Randburg, Gauteng, to lead operational excellence across multiple sites. You will drive strategy, ensure safety compliance, and optimize production and costs.

The role demands 12+ years in mining operations, open-pit and underground experience, and strong leadership of engineers and supervisors. An MBA or postgraduate qualification is advantageous; a top-tier executive package awaits.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering with strong technical and leadership experience.
• 12+ years in mining operations management across open-pit and underground.
• Proven ability to drive safety, cost control and production targets.
• Experience with budgeting and capital expenditure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to meet production, cost, and safety targets.
• Oversee planning, execution, and monitoring of mining operations across sites.
• Manage budgets, capex, and resource allocation.
• Lead and develop a team of operations managers, engineers, and supervisors.
• Drive continuous improvement and risk management practices.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Change management

Education

BSc or BEng in Mining Engineering

MBA or postgraduate qualification (advantage)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mining Operations Manager for Randburg, Gauteng, to lead operational excellence across multiple sites. You will drive strategy, ensure safety compliance, and optimize production and costs.

The role demands 12+ years in mining operations, open-pit and underground experience, and strong leadership of engineers and supervisors. An MBA or postgraduate qualification is advantageous; a top-tier executive package awaits.