Production Manager

Ikwezi Mining; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Ikwezi Mining seeks a Coal Production Manager to oversee all coal mining operations, ensuring safe, efficient and cost-effective production. This leadership role plans, schedules, budgets and manages resources while enforcing safety and environmental standards.

You will coordinate activities, monitor performance, and mentor a team across underground and surface mining methods, applying data-driven decisions to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• Relevant mine safety and operations certifications (e.g., Mine Manager’s Certificate) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production schedules to meet operational demands.
• Monitor daily production activities for efficiency and productivity.
• Analyze data and adjust plans to optimize output.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance across operations.
• Supervise miners, engineers and support staff; conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Forecasting

Data-driven decisions

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Mine Manager’s Certificate

Tools

Mining software

Equipment maintenance systems

Job description

The Coal Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of coal mining operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production. This includes planning and coordinating activities, managing resources, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and meeting production targets

Key Responsibilities: Production Management:

• Develop and implement production schedules to meet operational and market demands
• Monitor daily production activities to ensure efficiency and productivity
• Analyze operational data and adjust plans to optimize output

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance:

• Ensure all operations comply with safety and environmental regulations
• Promote a culture of safety and conduct regular safety audits
• Investigate and report incidents, implementing corrective actions
• Supervise and manage production staff, including miners, engineers, and support teams
• Conduct performance reviews, provide training, and mentor employees to enhance skills and performance
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace environment

Resource and Equipment Management:

• Oversee the maintenance and effective utilization of mining equipment and machinery
• Plan and allocate resources, including manpower and materials, to ensure uninterrupted operations

Budgeting and Cost Control:

• Prepare and manage budgets for production operations
• Monitor expenses and identify opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality or safety

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare production reports, forecasts, and performance analysis for senior management
• Maintain accurate records of operations, maintenance, and compliance activities
• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related field
• Relevant certifications in mining safety and operations (e.g., Mine manager’s Certificate) will be advantageous
• Minimum of 10 years in coal mining operations, with at least 6 years in a supervisory or managerial role
• Experience with underground or surface mining methods
• Strong knowledge of coal mining processes and technologies
• Familiarity with mining software and equipment maintenance systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting and cost management
• Ability to make data-driven decisions and solve complex problems