Coal Siding Operations Lead

Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd; South Africa; Presencial; ZAR 600.000 - 1.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd is seeking an experienced Rail Siding Operations Manager to oversee coal loading, dispatch, and stock management at the siding. You will lead teams, coordinate with rail operators, and ensure safety and efficiency standards.

Responsibilities include KPI monitoring, planning maintenance, and reporting on daily and monthly performance. A relevant degree and 5–8 years in coal logistics are required, with export coal experience preferred.

Formación

• Diploma or degree in logistics, mining, engineering, operations management, or related field.
• 5–8 years’ experience in coal logistics, rail siding, mining, or bulk materials handling operations.
• Previous supervisory or management experience is essential.
• Experience with rail loading operations and export coal logistics preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Manage day-to-day rail siding operations for coal loading and dispatch.
• Ensure efficient rail wagon loading, staging, shunting coordination, and dispatch activities.
• Monitor operational performance to achieve loading targets and turnaround times.
• Coordinate train schedules with logistics providers and operational teams.
• Ensure optimal utilisation of rail siding infrastructure and equipment.
• Oversee coal stockpile management and movement within the siding area.
• Investigate and resolve stock variances and loading discrepancies.
• Ensure proper sampling and quality control processes are followed.
• Liaise with rail operators, transport contractors, and internal departments.
• Coordinate loading schedules and ensure minimal delays or demurrage.
• Maintain effective communication with production, dispatch, and planning teams.
• Coordinate maintenance activities for siding infrastructure and loading equipment.
• Supervise rail siding operators, loading teams, and contractors.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Operational planning

Coordination

Problem-solving

Safety & compliance

Communication

Educación

Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Mining, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field

Herramientas

MS Office

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd is seeking an experienced Rail Siding Operations Manager to oversee coal loading, dispatch, and stock management at the siding. You will lead teams, coordinate with rail operators, and ensure safety and efficiency standards.

Responsibilities include KPI monitoring, planning maintenance, and reporting on daily and monthly performance. A relevant degree and 5–8 years in coal logistics are required, with export coal experience preferred.