Executive Mining Operations Director

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 2,000,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary and bonuses

Long-term incentive plans

Top-tier medical aid and retirementPro

Relocation assistance to Durban

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a global mining leader, seeks a Principal Mining Operations Manager to oversee a major mine near Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The role demands strategic leadership, safety excellence and a track record of optimizing large-scale operations to deliver sustainable value.

You will direct mining managers and engineers, shape long-term plans, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental standards in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering required; Master's preferred.
• Proven track record with 15+ years in mining operations and 7+ years in senior management.
• Experience managing large-scale open-pit or underground mining operations.
• Knowledge of mine planning software, OT, and best practices.
• Leadership, strategic thinking, and strong financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day mining operations with focus on safety and efficiency.
• Develop and implement long-term operational strategies and mine plans.
• Lead and mentor mining managers, supervisors, and staff.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, costs, and efficiency.
• Manage budgets, capex, and resource allocation.
• Oversee equipment and infrastructure maintenance and utilization.
• Foster safety culture and robust safety management systems.
• Liaise with regulators, community reps, and corporate management.
• Report performance and initiatives to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budget management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Decision making

Safety excellence

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

Mine planning software

Operational technologies

Professional registration (Pr.Eng, SAIMM)

Job description

Placements24, on behalf of a global mining leader, seeks a Principal Mining Operations Manager to oversee a major mine near Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The role demands strategic leadership, safety excellence and a track record of optimizing large-scale operations to deliver sustainable value.

You will direct mining managers and engineers, shape long-term plans, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental standards in a dynamic,