Product Manager

Epiroc; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining equipment company is looking for a Product Manager to oversee the Collision Avoidance System (CAS) product portfolio. This role involves strategic development, product lifecycle management, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering or business, along with 5–8 years of experience in product management within the mining or safety systems sectors. Join us in making a significant impact on safety innovation in mining.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in product management or related fields.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management and certification processes.
• Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the CAS product strategy and roadmap.
• Manage the product lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Skills

Technical knowledge of mining safety systems

Product management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field

Advanced qualifications in product management

Job description

Mission of the Role

Join us a Product Manager. You will play a key role in leading the strategic development, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement of the Collision Avoidance System (CAS) product portfolio. The role ensures that products meet operational safety standards, customer requirements, and regulatory compliance across mining and industrial environments.

Your Mission

• Develop and maintain the CAS product strategy and roadmap, aligning with company objectives and customer needs.
• Manage the product lifecycle from concept through development, launch, and end-of-life, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, R&D, sales, deployment, and support teams to deliver innovative and reliable solutions.
• Monitor industry trends, customer requirements, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and risks.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety standards, industry regulations, and certification requirements.
• Provide guidance to internal teams and represent the product portfolio with customers, partners, and stakeholders.
• Drive cost-effectiveness, scalability, and user experience improvements to maximize customer value.
• Communicate product updates, improvements, and changes to customers and stakeholders to ensure alignment and adoption.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related technical field.
• Advanced qualifications in product management, business administration, or industrial automation are advantageous.
• Strong technical knowledge of mining safety systems, particularly Collision Avoidance Systems (CAS).
• 5–8 years of experience in product management or related roles within the mining, industrial technology, or safety systems sectors.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder product portfolios.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management, certification processes, and regulatory compliance in industrial environments.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing products from concept to market adoption.
• Proven ability to develop product strategies and translate them into actionable roadmaps.

Location

Centurion, Pretoria

Why Epiroc?

By joining our team, you’ll make a big difference in the energy transition. At Epiroc, we take pride in being passionate innovators, driving the change toward a brighter future for both people and the planet. Guided by our values of Collaboration, Commitment, and Innovation, we foster a culture of trust, growth, and lasting impact.

It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com