General Manager Coal Mining Plant

Spc; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 80 000 - 120 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in coal mining is seeking a General Manager to oversee operations in Middelburg. This role demands a strategic leader with extensive experience in mining operations and financial management. You will be responsible for optimizing production, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and fostering a positive work environment. Collaborating closely with senior management and various stakeholders, you will drive performance improvements and implement best practices. If you have a passion for the mining industry and a proven record in leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10 years experience in a similar role and environment.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all mining operations to achieve optimum production.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Develop and manage budget allocations in collaboration with CFO.

Skills

Mining Operations

Leadership

Financial knowledge

Procurement knowledge

Conflict Management

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Resource management

Customer Centricity

Education

Masters Degree in Commerce or Business Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Coal mining company with operations in Middelburg is seeking to employ a General Manager to join their Coal Mine

Description :

• Lead manage and control all mining operations to ensure optimum production is achieved.
• Monitor and manage daily operations including coal extraction processing and transportation.
• Implement best practices to optimize efficiency productivity and quality.
• Set clear objectives and goals for the mining team to achieve targeted production levels.
• Ensure effective management of costs according to allocated plant budget.
• Lead development and ongoing management of the mining annual plan and budget in collaboration with CFO.
• Regularly review and assess operational performance identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective measures.
• Oversee the allocation and utilization of resources including equipment machinery and workforce.
• Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure the timely availability of necessary resources.
• Implement maintenance and repair programs to maximize equipment uptime and minimize downtime.
• In collaboration with the HRBP lead the recruitment development onboarding and retention of all senior managers in portfolio.
• Stay abreast of relevant laws regulations and industry standards pertaining to coal mining operations.

Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations permits and licenses and promote a culture of safety among employees

• Collaborate with managers across the business actively contributing to financial planning management and measurement
• Balance the interests of a variety of stakeholders readjusting priorities to respond to pressing and changing demands
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration to support smooth operations.
• Liaise with government authorities community representatives and other stakeholders to build positive relationships and address concerns.

Communicate effectively with senior management providing regular updates on plant performance challenges and opportunities.

People

• Provide leadership and guidance to a diverse team of supervisors engineers technicians and support staff.
• Foster a positive work environment encouraging teamwork collaboration and continuous learning.
• Set performance objectives conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members.

Identify training and development needs and implement programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.

Finance

Ensure financial integrity of area of responsibility

• Develop and manage budget allocations in collaboration with CFO ensuring cost control and financial targets are met.
• Liaise with CFO regarding costing and revenue decisions
• Ensure Senior Managers in portfolio with budget responsibilities manage budget and cost control i.e. organise expenditure to ensure effective cost controls / savings

Deliver on the divisions budgeted financial results

Reporting

Establish and drive reporting best practice for the business

• Analyse production data and reports and investigate causes of delays and deviations and ensures mitigating plans are prepared and implemented.
• Develop accurate records and documentation required for regulatory reporting
• Prepare and present regular reports on mining operations production performance safety records cost analysis and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Provide insights and recommendations to the executive team.

Masters Degree : Commerce Business Studies or related Field

Role Specific Knowledge

• Mining Operations
• Mining legislation
• Business Operations
• Financial knowledge
• Leadership
• Procurement knowledge

Mining technology and equipment

Technical Skill Ability to apply Knowledge

• Mining management
• Microsoft office
• Mining and Logistics supply chain

Conflict Management and resolution

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 10 years experience in a similar role and environment

35 years senior management experience

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Resource management

Customer Centricity

Building a culture of safety

Communication

Providing leadership

Developing talent

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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