Mine Operations Leader: Safety, Efficiency & Growth

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing allowance

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto seeks an experienced Mine Operations Manager to oversee daily mining activities and lead a diverse workforce. The role focuses on safe, efficient extraction, with targets driven by production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a mining engineering background, 5+ years in mine operations including supervisory experience, and a strong grasp of underground techniques and health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in mine operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Proven leadership and experience managing diverse teams.
• Strong understanding of underground mining techniques and equipment.
• Excellent knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations in mining.
• Ability to analyze operational data and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of day-to-day mine operations, including drilling, blasting, and extraction.
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of mine workers and supervisors to achieve production targets.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Monitor operational performance and implement strategies for efficiency and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with maintenance and geology teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Manage operational budgets and resource allocation effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Health & safety knowledge

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto seeks an experienced Mine Operations Manager to oversee daily mining activities and lead a diverse workforce. The role focuses on safe, efficient extraction, with targets driven by production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a mining engineering background, 5+ years in mine operations including supervisory experience, and a strong grasp of underground techniques and health, safety, and environmental regulations.