Mine Overseer (Roadbuilding & Water Pumping) D2

SeritiZA; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Mpumalanga is seeking a Mine Overseer UG to manage safety, production, and operational targets in a dynamic underground environment. The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years' experience as an underground Shiftboss, a solid understanding of safety regulations, and strong communication skills. This role requires effective team management and a proactive approach to achieving goals. Interested applicants should have relevant qualifications and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as an appointed underground Shiftboss in a production environment.
• Sound knowledge of Safety Systems, Regulations and Standards.
• Ability to plan, co-ordinate, and control activities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective management of employees to achieve Safety, Health, Environmental, Planning and Production targets.
• Communicate and implement operational policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain constructive working relationships with operational managers.

Skills

Management of safety and production targets

Communication and interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of underground operations

Education

Grade 12 Mathematics or Math Literacy

Further Education and Training Certificate in Mining Operations

MOC for Fiery Mines

UG Blasting Certificate / Rock Breaking qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Mine Overseer UG (Roadbuilding & Water Pumping), D2
Seriti, Khutala Colliery, Mpumalanga
Internal & External
Ref no: KHT011/26GS
Closing date: 12 February 2026

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.

The role

The role:

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• 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
• Responsible for the day-to-day management for his/her section with regards to safety, production and costs
• Planning in short and medium term to ensure targets are met
• 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 other operational managers to compliment the operational value chain
• Meeting production targets with strict adherence to maintenance and production schedules

Requirements

• Grade 12 Mathematics or Math Literacy, English, NQF Level 4
• Further Education and Training Certificate in Mining Operations
• MOC for Fiery Mines
• UG Blasting Certificate / Rock Breaking qualification for Fiery Mines
• Completed MOC or Mining Intern Programme
• Minimum 4 years’ experience as an appointed underground Shiftboss in a production environment
• Completed 1000 UG risk shifts
• Sound knowledge of Safety Systems, Regulations and Standards with high regard for safety and good safety record
• Sound knowledge of underground operations
• Good managerial, supervisory, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act
• Ability to plan, co-ordinate, control activities, cope with pressure, innovative and a self-starter
• Have sound knowledge of safety systems and standards and high regard to safety, regulations and standards
• Computer literate: MS Office
• Valid driver’s license
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

Advantageous

• BSc Eng., B Tech, Advanced Diploma, B Eng. or National Diploma in Coal Mining Engineering
• MMC for Fiery Mines
• Safety Courses S2 ORMP
• Acting experience as an underground Mine Overseer
• ECSA
• Coaching and Mentoring Training
• Experience in Roadbuilding, water pumping and Outbye support activities

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