Engineering Manager - Mining Operations Leader

DAV Professional Placement Group

Durban

On-site

ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,700,000

Full time

14 days+
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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.
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