Mine Overseer Oc (Drill & Blast), D2, Nvc084 / 25Gs

Seritiza; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company in Gauteng seeks a Mine Overseer to manage drilling and blasting activities, ensuring safety compliance and meeting production targets. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and at least 4 years of experience in a production environment. Strong managerial, analytical, and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years appointed as a mining foreman in a production environment.
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness.
• Sound knowledge of Safety Systems, Regulations and Standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate employees engaged in production operations.
• Manage drilling and blasting activities at the mine.
• Ensure that operational planning and production targets are achieved.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Managerial skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12 Mathematics or Math Literacy, English

Further Education and Training Certificate in Mining Operations

Mining Engineering (BSc Eng, B Tech or Advanced Diploma)

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAP

Job description

When applying, please submit a PDF version of your CV together with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of your ID, Drivers and qualifications.

Mine Overseer OC (Drill & Blast), D2 Seriti, New Vaal Colliery, Free State Internal & External Ref no : NVC

• GS Closing date : 17 November
• The role : To direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in performing a variety of production operations aimed at achieving planned production targets.

Ensure the effective use of available resources in a safe and sustainable manner.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for drilling and blasting activities at the mine.
• Ensures the effective management of employees to achieve all Safety, Health, Environmental, Planning and Production targets.
• Legal responsibility for all activities under his / her control with regards to safety.
• Communicates all relevant legal and operational policies, procedures, standards and guidelines and ensures that these are implemented and followed.
• Ensure that operational planning and production targets are achieved.
• Develops and maintains constructive working relationships with peers, subordinates and contractors.
• Meeting production targets with strict adherence to maintenance and production schedules.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Grade 12 Mathematics or Math Literacy, English, NQF Level 4.
• Further Education and Training Certificate in Mining Operations with DMRE Opencast Blasting certificate or Mining Engineering (BSc Eng, B Tech or Advanced Diploma, B Eng., National Diploma in Coal Mining / Engineering).
• Minimum of 4 years appointed as a mining foreman in a production environment.
• Sound knowledge of Safety Systems, Regulations and Standards with high regard for safety and good safety record.
• Good managerial, supervisory, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of mining methods, mining, and environmental legislation.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite & SAP.
• Valid driver's license.
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness.

Advantageous

• Experience in Drill and Blast activities.
• Acting experience as a Mine Overseer.
• MOC / Mining Intern Programme completed.
• Coaching and mentoring training.

Application Instructions

Please note : Please use Google Chrome as default browser when applying to enable the attachment of documents. A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, together with ID document & valid driver's license must be accompanied with your application.

Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets. All applicants are thanked for their interest. Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful. Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only.