Senior Mine Production Manager

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Life insurance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Production Manager for a leading diversified mining company in Gauteng. The role oversees open-pit/underground operations, ensuring safe, efficient production and regulatory compliance at the Tembisa site.

Responsibilities include developing production plans, managing drilling/blasting/loading/hauling, equipment maintenance, safety culture, and cost optimisation. A degree in Mining Engineering and 10+ years in mining ops are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years in mine operations management with 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in large-scale open-pit or underground mining operations.
• Strong mine planning, scheduling and production optimization knowledge.
• Proven leadership and safety compliance track record.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production plans to meet targets.
• Oversee drilling, blasting, loading and hauling operations.
• Maintain and deploy mining equipment, coordinate maintenance.
• Enforce safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Monitor performance and drive cost-efficient improvements.
• Lead and develop a high-performing mine team.
• Ensure compliance with mining legislation and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Safety management

Team development

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Tools

Mine planning software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Production Manager for a leading diversified mining company in Gauteng. The role oversees open-pit/underground operations, ensuring safe, efficient production and regulatory compliance at the Tembisa site.

Responsibilities include developing production plans, managing drilling/blasting/loading/hauling, equipment maintenance, safety culture, and cost optimisation. A degree in Mining Engineering and 10+ years in mining ops are required.