Executive Mine Manager: Operations, Safety & Growth

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary package

Medicare and life insurance

Housing or housing allowance

Relocation assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Company vehicle and travel allowances

Profit sharing

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mine Manager for our Upington operations in the Northern Cape. The role demands on-site leadership of mining activities, ensuring safe, efficient and profitable operations through strategic planning and strong financial oversight.

You will manage a diverse team of engineers, geologists and supervisors, drive performance, and champion a robust safety culture while delivering sustainable value for the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related technical field.
• Master's degree or MBA is advantageous.
• Registered Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, budgeting and safety management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily mine operations, including production, maintenance, safety and environmental compliance.
• Develop and implement strategic and operational plans to meet production targets and financial objectives.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Lead and develop the mine workforce to foster a high-performance culture.
• Manage budgets and control costs to optimize profitability.
• Collaborate with corporate leadership and external stakeholders.
• Oversee mine planning, scheduling and equipment management to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitor KPIs to track operational success and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Safety management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Master's degree or MBA (advantageous)

PR Eng or equivalent (desirable)

Tools

Mine planning software

Operational management systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mine Manager for our Upington operations in the Northern Cape. The role demands on-site leadership of mining activities, ensuring safe, efficient and profitable operations through strategic planning and strong financial oversight.

You will manage a diverse team of engineers, geologists and supervisors, drive performance, and champion a robust safety culture while delivering sustainable value for the business.