Senior Mining Construction Manager

Marvel Placement Consultant; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Marvel Placement Consultants seeks an experienced Construction/Project Supervisor for mining projects in South Africa. The role focuses on site supervision, contractor management and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance on site.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in mining or industrial projects, with MHSA/OHSACT knowledge, and holds a relevant engineering qualification; certifications are advantageous for career progression.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or Construction Management; or Red Seal in Mechanical/Electrical.
• 7+ years' mining, plant construction or engineering project experience.
• Strong site supervision and contractor management experience in mining/industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated construction site supervision and support to the Project Manager.
• Manage and monitor contractors and service providers to ensure work aligns with approved project scopes and standards.
• Coordinate contractor onboarding and ensure site access, safety and compliance requirements are met.
• Monitor contractor method statements, work procedures, tools and equipment compliance.
• Identify contractor performance issues and elevate non-compliance when necessary.
• Promote and maintain a strong SHE culture across all project construction activities.
• Ensure MHSA/OHSACT compliance and conduct site risk assessments.
• Track daily construction progress against the project schedule and milestones and report to the PM.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Contractor management

Site supervision

MHSA/OHSACT knowledge

Risk assessment

Safety awareness

Project Management certification

Education

National Diploma in Engineering (Mining/Mechanical/Electrical/Civil) or Construction Management

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Red Seal Trade Test (Mechanical or Electrical)

Tools

PM Certification

Construction Management Certification

Rigging knowledge

Job description

Marvel Placement Consultants seeks an experienced Construction/Project Supervisor for mining projects in South Africa. The role focuses on site supervision, contractor management and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance on site.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in mining or industrial projects, with MHSA/OHSACT knowledge, and holds a relevant engineering qualification; certifications are advantageous for career progression.