Mine Manager

D-Vine HR Consulting; Hotazel; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading HR consulting firm is seeking a Mine Manager in Hotazel, NC for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role involves overseeing mining operations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, and managing production efficiently. The ideal candidate will have extensive operational mining experience and relevant certifications. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years’ operational mining experience in open pit.
• 5+ years’ experience holding a 3.1 legal appointment or MHSA 2.6.1 section manager.
• Proven experience managing the life of mine plan.

Responsibilities

• Plan production activities and monitor quality and quantity.
• Conduct pit inspections to enhance ore body knowledge.
• Draft and implement policies and procedures in compliance with MHSA.

Skills

Operational mining experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Continuous improvement

Policy drafting

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering

Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency

Mine Overseer’s Certificate

Tools

Mining-related computer software

Job description

Direct message the job poster from D-Vine HR Consulting

Mine in Hotazel NC is looking for a Mine Manager on a 12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT

The Mine Manager is responsible for overseeing mining operations and ensuring that projects are executed properly from start to finish. This pivotal role demands a blend of technical expertise, managerial skills, and industry knowledge to ensure that mining activities meet production goals while maintaining high standards of safety and environmental responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Plan production activities in terms of output quality and quantity, cost, time available and labour requirements
• Provide directional support for managing mining and plant operational scope
• Conduct pit inspections to enhance ore body knowledge and ensure effective communication of progress against the production plan
• Draft and implement policies and procedures in compliance with MHSA and other legislative requirements
• Maintain adherence to mining, safety, and organisational standards
• Foster and manage stakeholder relationships; proven ability to
• Collaborate closely with 2.1 appointee and cross-functional teams to achieve production targets, enforce operational discipline, control operational costs, drive efficiency improvements and uphold high safety standards
• Determine, implement and monitor production strategies, policies and plans
• Monitor production output and costs, and adjust processes and resources to minimise costs
• Direct production staff activities and monitor their performance
• Take all reasonable measures to ensure that the provisions of the Mine Health and Safety Act, Minerals Act and its Regulations are implemented and adhered to at the Mine
• Maintain an effective risk identification and management system
• Ensure effective maintenance and hazard identification and medical monitoring records
• Management and coordination of the total allocated Production Area
• Manage the day‑to‑day operation of the mine
• Ensure that the work performed is in accordance with the prescribed training
• Ensure that the person performing the work has the required authority
• Manage the Tactical Plan (≤ 1 year)
• Manage the Strategic Plan (2–5 years)
• Capital project budgeting and coordination, including contract formulation
• Compile monthly, quarterly and annual mining reports for the operation

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering
• Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency essential
• Mine Overseer’s Certificate advantageous
• Minimum of 15 years’ operational mining experience in open pit
• 5+ years’ experience holding a 3.1 legal appointment or MHSA 2.6.1 section manager
• Proven experience managing the life of mine plan
• Strong background in continuous improvement, operational excellence, production strategy implementation and monitoring
• Proven experience in managing outsourced contracts
• Skilled in pit inspections, ore body/resource knowledge, and clear progress reporting
• Policy and procedure drafting for MHSA compliance and safety standards
• Strong understanding of mining operations and processes
• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency in mining‑related computer software
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in the mining industry
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer literate with an understanding of mine planning and critical thinking
• Ability to influence

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Business Consulting and Services