Mine Overseer Development

Ivanhoe Mines; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, seeks an experienced Mine Overseer for its Palladium-Rhodium-Nickel-Copper-Gold project in Limpopo near Mokopane. Lead underground production, ensure safety compliance and drive continuous improvement with a focus on achieving targets.

Minimum 5 years as Mine Overseer, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of SA mining legislation are essential. Preference for local candidates and HDSA from surrounding communities.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education with a relevant mining qualification.
• Watershed qualifications include N Diploma or BTech in Mining Engineering; professional certificates are advantageous.
• Required mining certificates demonstrate competency for underground operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise underground mining production activities and achieve safety and production targets.
• Ensure compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act, Minerals Act and company policies.
• Lead, coach and develop production supervisors and underground teams.
• Monitor production performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments and accident investigations.
• Ensure effective planning, resource allocation and equipment utilisation.
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and environmental compliance.
• Liaise with engineering, geology, survey and other departments to optimise production.

Education

Grade 12

N Diploma or Btech in Mining Engineering

Blasting Certificate

Mine Overseers Certificate of Competency

Valid Drivers’ License

Job description

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanized state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to develop this “mine of the future”. Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply for the following vacancies required for the project development.

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12.
• N Diploma or Btech Degree in Mining Engineering will be advantageous.
• Blasting Certificate.
• Mine Overseers Certificate of Competency.
• Valid Drivers’ License.

Suitable Candidates Must Have The Following Work Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as Mine Overseer within the mining industry.
• Strong knowledge of mining operations and production processes.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Extensive experience of development in trackless massive mining
• Experience in the project environment
• Thorough knowledge of South African mining legislation and safety standards
• Strong leadership, planning, communication and decision-making skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production targets
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office and mining reporting systems)

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Manage and supervise underground mining production activities and achieve safety and production targets.
• Ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act, Minerals Act, and company policies.
• Lead, coach and develop production supervisors and underground teams.
• Monitor production performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments and accident investigations.
• Ensure effective planning, resource allocation and equipment utilisation.
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and environmental compliance.
• Liaise with engineering, geology, survey and other departments to optimise production.

Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine and Women. Applications are only open to South African Citizens