Lead Mining Operations Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mining Operations Manager to oversee our client's mining operations near Rustenburg, North West. The role demands a strategic leader to optimize production, drive efficiency, and uphold safety and environmental standards.

You will lead a dedicated team, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to the mine's strategic direction, blending on-site leadership with remote planning and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Mine Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mine operations management with substantial mining industry experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing large operational teams.
• In-depth knowledge of open-pit and/or underground mining methods and technologies.
• Strong understanding of mine planning, production scheduling, and cost control principles.
• Proficiency in relevant mining software and ERP systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic planning abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead and motivate diverse teams.
• Strong commitment to safety, health, and environmental stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all day-to-day mining operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production targets are met.
• Develop and implement operational strategies and plans to optimize resource utilization and profitability.
• Oversee personnel management, including recruitment, training, performance management, and fostering a positive work culture.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies across all operational areas in Rustenburg, North West.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze operational data, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and geology departments to ensure seamless integration of activities.
• Manage operational budgets, control costs, and identify opportunities for efficiency gains.
• Lead incident investigations and implement preventative measures to enhance safety protocols.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and best practice sharing within the operations team.

Skills

Mining leadership

Team management

Safety leadership

Strategic planning

KPIs analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant entity in the **mining** industry, is actively seeking a results-oriented and experienced Lead Mining Operations Manager to oversee their operations near **Rustenburg, North West**. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to optimize production, ensure operational efficiency, and maintain the highest standards of safety and environmental compliance. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and play a key part in the strategic direction of the mine. This hybrid role offers a blend of on-site leadership and the flexibility to engage in strategic planning and reporting remotely, making it an ideal position for a dynamic leader looking to make a substantial impact in the **mining** sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all day-to-day **mining** operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production targets are met.
• Develop and implement operational strategies and plans to optimize resource utilization and maximize profitability.
• Oversee the management of personnel, including recruitment, training, performance management, and fostering a positive work culture.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies across all operational areas in **Rustenburg, North West**.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze operational data, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and geology departments to ensure seamless integration of activities.
• Manage operational budgets, control costs, and identify opportunities for efficiency gains.
• Lead incident investigations and implement preventative measures to enhance safety protocols.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and best practice sharing within the operations team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Mine Management, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mine operations management, with a substantial portion within the **mining** industry.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing large operational teams.
• In-depth knowledge of open-pit and/or underground **mining** methods and technologies.
• Strong understanding of mine planning, production scheduling, and cost control principles.
• Proficiency in relevant mining software and ERP systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic planning abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead and motivate diverse teams.
• A strong commitment to safety, health, and environmental stewardship.
• Flexibility to work a hybrid schedule, balancing on-site presence in **Rustenburg, North West** with remote strategic and administrative duties.

Benefits

Our client offers an attractive salary package, including performance-based incentives, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. The hybrid work model provides a balance between operational leadership and strategic planning. Employees will be part of a forward-thinking company committed to sustainable and responsible **mining** practices, with the chance to shape the future of operations in **Rustenburg, North West**.