Lead Shift Supervisor – Mining Operations

Valterra Platinum; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-aligned reward

Progression opportunities

Diversity and inclusion

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Valterra Platinum is seeking a C5-level Supervisor based in Mokopane, Limpopo, to lead mining maintenance activities and ensure safe, efficient operations. The role requires drilling experience, senior supervision skills, and strong liaison with operations to optimise production and sustainability commitments.

Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance, ensuring compliance with the Minerals Act, and driving continuous improvement across the mining cycle.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in Mining, of which 2 years must be in Drilling.
• Basic Computer Literacy.
• English Literate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality working methods and sequences to support the mining cycle.
• Inspect high wall, forest areas, and demarcation; take action in noncompliance.
• Assist during breakdowns and coordinate support from other disciplines.
• Encourage teamwork between maintenance and operations.
• Monitor material usage and optimise reclaimed material use.
• Coordinate haulage service personnel and monitor contract work.
• Record inspections required by the Minerals Act and submit checklists for hazardous equipment.
• Manage stock levels and procurement of materials and equipment.
• Deliver sustainability activities aligned with the Life of Asset Plan.
• Communicate production objectives and liaise with Operations Manager.

Skills

Mining experience

Drilling experience

Basic computer literacy

English literacy

Education

Grade 12 with Mathematics & Science

Competent A Certificate

Valid Blasting Certificate

Shift Supervisor Certificate (advantageous)

First Aid Certificate

Driver’s License

Job description

Valterra Platinum is seeking a C5-level Supervisor based in Mokopane, Limpopo, to lead mining maintenance activities and ensure safe, efficient operations. The role requires drilling experience, senior supervision skills, and strong liaison with operations to optimise production and sustainability commitments.

Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance, ensuring compliance with the Minerals Act, and driving continuous improvement across the mining cycle.