General Manager Operations Rustenburg

Career Minded; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 2,200,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing mining house in South Africa seeks an experienced General Manager Operations. The role involves overseeing a large opencast mining operation, focusing on contractor management and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of mining experience, proven leadership skills, and a commitment to operational efficiency.

Benefits

Attractive annual bonus potential

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in mining operations, with at least 5 years in a senior management or leadership role.
• Proven experience in managing contractors and mine operations, including production, safety, and personnel.
• Strong understanding of mining legislation, industry regulations, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of mine operations and maintain high standards of legal compliance and safety.
• Lead an operation outsourced to contractors, focusing on contractor management and safety.
• Drive operational efficiency to achieve production targets in a safe, sustainable, and compliant manner.

Skills

Leadership

Safety & Compliance Focus

Contractor Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Financial Acumen

Technical Proficiency

Crisis Management

Education

Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related field

Postgraduate qualifications in management or mining-related disciplines

Job description

General Manager Operations Rustenburg jobs in South Africa

Opportunity for an experienced Mine Manager / General Manager with solid open pit mining experience in complex commodities such as platinum or chrome.

It is a growing mining house with several mines. The role will oversee a large operation which produces 600cubes waste and 100kt chrome per month.

The mine is located close to communities and proven experience in managing such an environment is essential. You would also need proven experience in managing mining contractors as mining is outsourced.

This is a 24/7 opencast operation, but complex in that it consists of multiple seams, dips and angles. Experience in similar environments such as opencast chrome or platinum is highly preferred.

The successful candidate will possess a strong background in mining, preferably Chrome, with proven leadership capabilities, excellent safety practices, and expertise in operational and mineral resource management. The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of mine operations, the achievement of strategic objectives, and maintaining high standards of legal compliance and safety.

The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong focus on contractor management, operational efficiency, safety management, and leadership. They will lead a diverse team to achieve production targets while ensuring the mine operates in a safe, sustainable, and compliant manner.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of mine operations, aim to achieve strategic objectives, and maintain high standards of legal compliance and safety.
• Lead an operation that is outsourced to contractors, with a strong focus on contractor management, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive operational efficiency, safety management, and leadership to achieve production targets in a safe, sustainable, and compliant manner.

Qualifications

• Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop staff.
• Safety & Compliance Focus: Deep commitment to safety, compliance, and risk management, with a proven track record of implementing safety-first initiatives.
• Contractor Management: Ability to manage and evaluate contractors effectively, ensuring compliance with safety, performance, and regulatory standards.
• Problem Solving: Ability to assess complex operational issues and devise effective solutions.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Financial Acumen: Strong budgeting, financial management, and cost control abilities.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with mining technologies, equipment, and techniques, with a strong technical understanding of mining operations.
• Crisis Management: Ability to manage and respond to emergencies, incidents, and unexpected situations effectively and calmly.
• Legal Requirements: 4.1 Legal Appointment as per the Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Education: Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related field. Postgraduate qualifications in management or mining-related disciplines will be an advantage.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in mining operations, with at least 5 years in a senior management or leadership role.
  • Proven experience in managing contractors, mine operations, including production, safety, and personnel.
  • Strong understanding of mining legislation, industry regulations, and safety standards.
  • Experience in managing large teams and multi-disciplinary departments and external contractor companies.

R2.2m - R2.5m pa ctc + attractive annual bonus potential

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