Pit Supervisor

Ikwezi Mining; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Ikwezi Mining is seeking a Pit Supervisor to oversee pit operations, ensuring safe and efficient extraction of minerals and meeting production targets. You will lead daily pit activities, enforce safety protocols, and coordinate with other departments to tackle operational challenges.

The role requires strong leadership, open cast mining experience, and a valid driver’s license. You will implement best practices, conduct safety inspections and drive continuous improvement, while maintaining high

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent required.
• Minimum 7 years' open cast mining experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Knowledge of relevant mining legislation and safety standards.
• Proven leadership and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily Pit operations for efficiency and safety.
• Ensuring compliance with safety protocols and COPs.
• Collaborating with departments to resolve operational challenges.
• Continuous improvement of pit performance.
• Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical supervision and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety management

Report writing

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Opencast Blasting Certificate

Job description

As a Pit Supervisor you will be responsible for overseeing pit operations ensuring safe and efficient extraction of minerals and meeting production targets

Key responsibilities

• Overseeing daily Pit operations for enhanced efficiency and productivity
• Implementing, reinforcing and ensuring compliance to safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment
• Collaborating with various departments to coordinate activities and resolve operational challenges
• Implementing best practices to improve overall pit performance
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
• Ensure that procedures and COPs are strictly adhered to
• Technical supervision
• Grade 12
• 7 years open cast experience
• Processing plant and mine planning experience will be advantageous
• Valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Good report writing skills
• Knowledge of the Opencast Mining, and Engineering works
• Opencast Blasting Certificate
• Proven leadership and managerial skills
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Physically fit and able to pass a medical/fitness test
• Ability to operate without supervision and be able to work under pressure
• Be a self-starter and able to work according to deadlines
• Integrity, reliable and ethical
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills