Executive Open-Pit Mining Operations Leader | Benefits

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Performance incentives

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Housing allowance

Leave benefits

Training & career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager to lead a busy open-pit mining operation in Rustenburg. You will drive safety, productivity, and efficiency across production, maintenance, and personnel, ensuring targets are met and environmental stewardship is upheld.

The role demands a Mining Engineering degree with MBA preferred and 10+ years in mining, including 5+ years in management. You will manage large budgets, lead a diverse team, and collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, or related field; MBA is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in mining operations, with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial capacity, preferably in open-pit environments.
• Proven ability to manage large budgets and achieve production targets.
• In-depth knowledge of mining equipment, safety regulations, and operational best practices.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day mining operations, including drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, and crushing.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets, ensuring cost control and resource optimization.
• Implement and enforce stringent health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team of supervisors, operators, and support staff.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and geology departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Monitor equipment performance and manage a proactive maintenance strategy to minimize downtime.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic thinking

Safety leadership

Decision making

Conflict resolution

Team development

Education

Mining Engineering degree

MBA

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager to lead a busy open-pit mining operation in Rustenburg. You will drive safety, productivity, and efficiency across production, maintenance, and personnel, ensuring targets are met and environmental stewardship is upheld.

The role demands a Mining Engineering degree with MBA preferred and 10+ years in mining, including 5+ years in management. You will manage large budgets, lead a diverse team, and collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and