Mine Manager

Redpath Mining; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Mine Manager for their Venetia Mine in Polokwane, Limpopo, responsible for managing operations and ensuring safety and production targets are met. Candidates must have extensive mining experience, relevant certifications, and strong leadership skills. This is a full-time role at a top firm in the mining industry.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years’ mining experience, including 10 years in management.
• Strong background in hard rock/mechanised mining.
• Sound knowledge of trackless development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mining operations for safety and profitability.
• Oversee planning, drilling, blasting, loading, and hauling activities.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Skills

Mining experience

Management skills

Knowledge of contract management

Leadership

Problem-solving ability

Education

Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency

Mine Overseer Certificate of Competency

Matric certificate/equivalent

Mine Engineering Qualification (Advantageous)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Minimum Requirements

• Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency
• Mine Overseer Certificate of Competency
• Mine Engineering Qualification (Advantageous)
• Matric certificate/ equivalent
• MS Office Proficiency
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable own vehicle
• Medically Fit

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• 10–15 years’ mining experience, with at least 10 years in management
• Strong background in hard rock / mechanised mining & large excavations
• Proven track record of meeting and or improving monthly production and safety targets
• Sound knowledge of trackless development
• Leadership strength, problem‑solving ability, and resilience in a unionised environment
• Have knowledge and understanding of Contract management

Roles & Responsibilities

• Take accountability as the 3.1(a) appointee under the MHSA
• Lead and manage mining operations to deliver on safety, production, and profitability
• Oversee planning, drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, and related activities
• Ensure strict legal and regulatory compliance
• Mentor and guide departmental heads, driving a culture of continuous improvement

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Mining

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