Operations Manager (Mining Projects)

Sydsen Group (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the mining sector is looking for a results-driven Operations Project Manager to lead key projects and optimize operations. This dynamic role involves contributing to strategic planning, managing operational challenges, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you will play a critical role in enhancing competitiveness and profitability. If you are a creative problem-solver with strong leadership skills and a passion for the mining industry, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company and make a significant impact in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mining operations with managerial responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and project management skills in a mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive continuous improvement projects in underground operations.
• Contribute to business planning and strategy for competitiveness and growth.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Decision-Making

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Stress Tolerance

Creative Problem Solving

Education

NQF 7 (Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma) in Mining Engineering

Middle / Executive Managerial Leadership Programme

Mine Managers Certificate of Competency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Operations Project Manager (Mining) - Fixed Term Contract

Are you a dynamic and results-driven Operations Project Manager with a passion for driving efficiency and excellence in the mining industry?

Our client is seeking a highly experienced professional to lead key projects and optimize underground operations in a challenging 3-month fixed-term contract located in Johannesburg North.

Requirements:

1. NQF 7 (Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma) in Mining Engineering
2. Completion of a Middle / Executive Managerial Leadership Programme
3. Mine Managers Certificate of Competency
4. At least 7 years' experience in a related role, with 3 years at a unit managerial level or in a functional / specialist area
5. Assertive, goal-oriented self-starter with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
6. Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
7. Creative and solutions-oriented
8. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
9. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
10. Stress tolerant
11. Proficient in Microsoft Office
12. Medically fit to function in the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at a relevant Sibanye-Stillwater Occupational Health facility

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Contributing to business planning and company strategy to improve competitiveness, profitability, and growth
2. Recognizing and anticipating operational, technical, and safety challenges, taking action to prevent or overcome them, and seeking continuous improvement
3. Participating in the estimation and preparation of cost budgets for projects or sub-projects and monitoring and controlling actual costs against budget
4. Proposing capital expenditure projects when required to expand capacity or improve operations
5. Contributing to project initiation, scope definition, and scope change control
6. Leading and driving underground operations continuous improvement projects and initiatives
7. Driving a culture of safety ownership with a strong emphasis on behavior-based safety

Please note that only candidates who meet these requirements will be contacted. If you do not hear back within 2 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

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