Senior Mining Project Manager

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 82,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Life insurance

Hybrid role

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mining Project Manager to lead major capital projects near Randburg, Gauteng, overseeing scope, budget and schedules. You will coordinate engineering teams, contractors and suppliers while ensuring health and safety compliance and stakeholder alignment.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in mining project management, strong leadership, and familiarity with PMI/Prince2 and PM software such as MS Project or Primavera.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining, Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Master's degree in Project Management or MBA is a strong advantage.
• 10+ years of mining & minerals project management experience with large-capital projects.
• Knowledge of PMI/Prince2 and project software tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and delivery of major mining projects within scope, budget and schedule.
• Develop detailed project plans including scope, resources, risk and stakeholder plans.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, contractors and suppliers.
• Monitor progress, address deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Manage contracts and procurement activities.
• Provide regular status reports to senior management.
• Identify risks and mitigation strategies.
• Foster stakeholder relationships and drive best practices in PM.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

PMI/Prince2

MS Project

Primavera

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining/Civil/Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Project Management or MBA

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Mining Project Manager to oversee significant capital projects within their mining operations near Randburg, Gauteng. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful execution of projects from conception through to completion, managing scope, budget, schedule, and quality. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with various stakeholders, and mitigate project risks to deliver exceptional results. This is an exciting opportunity to manage complex mining infrastructure and development projects in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in project management within the mining sector, a strong understanding of mining engineering principles, and exceptional leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of major mining projects, ensuring adherence to project objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Manage project execution, coordinating multidisciplinary teams of engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations from the plan, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage project contracts and procurements effectively.
• Conduct regular project reviews and provide comprehensive status reports to senior management.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
• Foster strong relationships with all project stakeholders, including internal departments, external partners, and regulatory bodies.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and best practice implementation within project management.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• A Master's degree in Project Management or an MBA is a strong advantage.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in project management within the mining and minerals processing industry, with a proven track record of managing large-scale capital projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Prince2) and proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Strong understanding of mining operations, engineering principles, and construction processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and drive consensus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on risk management and decision-making.
• Professional Project Management certification (e.g., PMP) is highly desirable.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure, coupled with a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, retirement fund, and life insurance. This hybrid role offers flexibility, balancing on-site project oversight at our Randburg-area operations with remote work capabilities. We provide excellent opportunities for professional development, advanced training, and career progression within a leading mining organization. Join a company that values strong project execution and offers the chance to manage impactful projects that shape the future of the mining industry.