MINE MANAGER

D-Vine HR Consulting Recruitment & Executive Search; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

D-Vine HR Consulting Recruitment & Executive Search is seeking an experienced Mining Operations Manager for a chrome open-cast operation in South Africa. You will lead daily mining activities, ensure production targets and ore quality, and drive safety and efficiency across planning, scheduling and execution.

You will oversee budgeting, cost control, contractor management and people leadership, coordinating with processing, engineering and logistics to meet project objectives while maintaining

Qualifications

• A relevant mining qualification (Mining Engineering or related).
• Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency for the operation and statutory appointment.
• Open-cast chrome mining experience with supervisory responsibility.
• At least eight years of mining experience including planning, scheduling, cost control and contractor management.
• Strong knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act and applicable mining legislation.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate daily open-cast mining activities (drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, ore extraction).
• Develop and implement weekly production schedules and monthly mining plans.
• Ensure production targets, ore quality and recovery objectives are achieved.
• Monitor equipment utilisation, productivity, downtime and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate mining with processing, engineering, logistics and other functions.
• Oversee mine planning, pit design, sequencing and scheduling with technical personnel.
• Ensure compliance with plans and regulatory requirements; monitor safety and risk controls.
• Prepare operational budgets and monitor expenditure; manage costs and resources.
• Lead, supervise and develop the mining operations team; enforce performance KPIs.
• Monitor contractor performance and manage risks and costs; escalate issues when needed.
• Ensure environmental compliance and local procurement/employment commitments.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly operational reports.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

HSE Management

Planning

Education

Mining Engineering or related

Job description

Responsibilities

2.1 Mining Operations and Production Management

Direct and coordinate daily open-cast mining activities, including drilling, blasting,

loading, hauling and ore extraction.

Develop and implement weekly production schedules and monthly progressive

mining plans.

Ensure production targets, ore quality and recovery objectives are achieved.

Monitor equipment utilisation, productivity, downtime and operational efficiency.

Coordinate mining activities with processing, engineering, logistics and other

Identify operational constraints and implement corrective measures.

2.2 Mine Planning and Technical Management

Oversee mine planning, pit design, sequencing and scheduling in collaboration with

the relevant technical personnel.

Ensure mining activities are conducted in accordance with approved plans and

operational specifications.

Monitor ore dilution, ore losses and adherence to geological and grade-control

requirements.

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Ensure adequate planning for equipment, materials, labour and other operational

resources.

2.3 Health, Safety and Statutory Compliance

Ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act, applicable regulations and

Fulfil the duties associated with the applicable statutory appointment.

Implement and monitor risk assessments, safe operating procedures and safety

management systems.

Investigate incidents and ensure corrective and preventative actions are

implemented.

Ensure employees and contractors receive appropriate training, supervision and

safety induction.

Maintain statutory records and cooperate with regulatory inspections and audits.

2.4 Financial and Cost Management

Prepare operational budgets and monitor expenditure against approved budgets.

Control costs relating to labour, equipment, contractors, fuel, maintenance and

consumables.

Monitor production costs and identify opportunities to improve operating margins.

Ensure efficient utilisation of company assets and resources.

Provide accurate cost forecasts and financial performance reports to management.

2.5 People Management and Leadership

Lead, supervise and develop the mining operations team.

Establish clear performance expectations and measurable operational KPIs.

Conduct performance reviews and implement appropriate performance

improvement measures.

Ensure adequate staffing, training, succession planning and skills development.

Maintain workplace discipline and professional standards.

Promote accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement.

2.6 Contractor and Equipment Management

Monitor contractor performance against contractual, safety, quality and production

requirements.

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Ensure equipment availability and effective maintenance planning in collaboration

with the engineering team.

Monitor contractor costs, productivity and compliance with site procedures.

Escalate material contractual and operational risks to the relevant executive.

2.7 Environmental and Community Responsibilities

Ensure mining operations comply with applicable environmental authorisations and

approved management plans.

Monitor rehabilitation requirements, pollution prevention and responsible resource

Support constructive stakeholder relations and the implementation of approved

local procurement and employment commitments.

Escalate community-related operational risks through the company's stakeholder

2.8 Reporting and Administration

Prepare daily, weekly and monthly operational reports.

Report on production performance, safety, costs, equipment utilisation, staffing and

operational risks.

Maintain accurate production records and statutory documentation.

Provide management with timely recommendations on operational challenges and

Qualifications

Relevant qualification in Mining Engineering or a related mining discipline.

Appropriate Mine Manager& Certificate of Competency for the operation and

statutory appointment.

Relevant open-cast mining experience, within chrome mining.

At least eight years&; relevant mining experience, including substantial supervisory or

Demonstrated experience in mine planning, production scheduling, cost control and

contractor management.

Sound knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act and applicable mining

legislation.

Valid driver&s licence and ability to meet the sites medical fitness requirements.