Engineering Manager - Mining Operations Leader

DAV Professional Placement Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager for a prominent client in the mining sector. This role involves leading a high-performance engineering team, ensuring plant availability, and implementing cost control measures. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, have a Government Certificate of Competency, and at least 10 years of experience in heavy industry. This full-time position is based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa and offers a dynamic work environment focused on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience in heavy industry.
• 8 years' senior management experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure electrical supply integrity and infrastructure management.
• Drive plant availability and reliability through effective maintenance planning.
• Lead and develop a high-performance engineering team.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Implement cost control measures and optimize OPEX/CAPEX.
• Conduct risk assessments and oversee work planning and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) - Factories

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager for a prominent client in the mining sector. This role involves leading a high-performance engineering team, ensuring plant availability, and implementing cost control measures. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, have a Government Certificate of Competency, and at least 10 years of experience in heavy industry. This full-time position is based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa and offers a dynamic work environment focused on operational excellence.