Civil Engineering Supervisor - Coal Mining

Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Supervisor to oversee civil construction and maintenance across mining operations. You will plan daily activities, supervise on-site teams and ensure work aligns with designs, drawings and safety standards.

You will monitor progress, manage contractor performance and assist with cost control. A strong safety culture and knowledge of mine infrastructure are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• National Diploma / Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Relevant supervisory or construction management qualification will be advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant civil engineering experience, preferably within the mining industry.
• Minimum 2–3 years' supervisory experience.
• Experience managing civil contractors and construction teams.
• Mining experience is highly advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Computer literacy, including MS Office.
• Knowledge of civil engineering drawings, specifications and construction methods.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements within a mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise civil construction, maintenance and infrastructure projects across the mining operation.
• Plan and coordinate daily civil engineering activities and resources.
• Supervise contractors and civil engineering teams on site.
• Ensure work is executed according to approved drawings, designs, specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor progress against project schedules and identify potential delays.
• Inspect completed and ongoing work to ensure compliance with required standards.
• Coordinate earthworks, excavation, foundations, concrete works, roads, drainage and stormwater infrastructure.
• Oversee construction and maintenance of mine roads, haul roads, drainage systems, dams, workshops, plant foundations and other mine infrastructure.
• Ensure appropriate quality control and material testing is conducted.
• Monitor contractor performance, productivity, resources and workmanship.
• Assist with project cost control, procurement and management of materials.
• Identify civil engineering risks and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with mine health and safety requirements and applicable legislation.
• Participate in risk assessments, inspections, toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Ensure all civil activities are properly documented and reported.
• Investigate defects, failures and maintenance requirements and recommend corrective measures.
• Coordinate civil work around operating mining equipment and production activities.
• Provide regular progress reports to the Engineering Manager / Mine Manager.
• Ensure environmental requirements are considered during construction and maintenance activities.
• Promote a strong safety, quality and performance culture within the civil engineering function.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Contractor management

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise civil construction, maintenance and infrastructure projects across the mining operation.
• Plan and coordinate daily civil engineering activities and resources.
• Supervise contractors and civil engineering teams on site.
• Ensure work is executed according to approved drawings, designs, specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor progress against project schedules and identify potential delays.
• Inspect completed and ongoing work to ensure compliance with required standards.
• Coordinate earthworks, excavation, foundations, concrete works, roads, drainage and stormwater infrastructure.
• Oversee construction and maintenance of mine roads, haul roads, drainage systems, dams, workshops, plant foundations and other mine infrastructure.
• Ensure appropriate quality control and material testing is conducted.
• Monitor contractor performance, productivity, resources and workmanship.
• Assist with project cost control, procurement and management of materials.
• Identify civil engineering risks and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with mine health and safety requirements and applicable legislation.
• Participate in risk assessments, inspections, toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Ensure all civil activities are properly documented and reported.
• Investigate defects, failures and maintenance requirements and recommend corrective measures.
• Coordinate civil work around operating mining equipment and production activities.
• Provide regular progress reports to the Engineering Manager / Mine Manager.
• Ensure environmental requirements are considered during construction and maintenance activities.
• Promote a strong safety, quality and performance culture within the civil engineering function.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma / Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Relevant supervisory or construction management qualification will be advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant civil engineering experience, preferably within the mining industry.
• Minimum 2–3 years' supervisory experience.
• Experience managing civil contractors and construction teams.
• Mining experience is highly advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Computer literacy, including MS Office.
• Knowledge of civil engineering drawings, specifications and construction methods.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements within a mining environment.

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

• The successful candidate should have practical experience in several of the following:
• Earthworks and excavation
• Road construction and maintenance
• Haul roads
• Stormwater and drainage systems
• Concrete works
• Foundations
• Structural/civil construction
• Mine infrastructure
• Material testing and compaction
• Contractor management
• Project scheduling and progress monitoring
• Quality control and inspections
• Civil maintenance

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strong leadership and supervision skills
• Planning and organisational ability
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Contractor management
• Cost and resource management
• Strong technical understanding
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Safety-conscious approach
• Ability to work effectively with mining, engineering and production teams

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Safe execution of all civil activities
• Quality of civil construction and maintenance
• Project completion within agreed timelines
• Effective contractor performance
• Cost and resource control
• Compliance with engineering and mining standards
• Infrastructure availability and reliability
• Effective management of civil maintenance requirements
• Accurate reporting and documentation
• Continuous improvement of civil engineering practices
• If this is for a coal mine/open-cast operation, I can also make it more specific to haul roads, ROM areas, coal processing plants, stormwater, dams, workshops and mining infrastructure.