Senior Mining Leader: Operations, Projects & HSE

Hire Resolve.com; Johannesburg; On-site; Full time

Job description

Hire Resolve is assisting mining organisations in hiring experienced mining professionals across South Africa. This is a multi-role opportunity spanning several functions within the sector, including mine operations, technical services, processing/metallurgy, maintenance and reliability, projects, and health, safety and environment (HSE) leadership. These roles are designed for mid- to senior-level professionals and provide a clear pathway toward superintendent, manager, and senior site leadership positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support safe, efficient production across surface and/or underground operations, aligned to site targets
• Maintain compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and strengthen on-site risk management, incident prevention, and audit readiness
• Drive operational performance through production planning, KPI management, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide technical input to mine planning and scheduling, drill and blast performance, ground control, ventilation, and geotechnical risk management (as applicable)
• Improve plant/process performance (throughput, recovery, quality) through troubleshooting and optimisation where relevant
• Oversee maintenance and reliability strategies for mobile and fixed plant, including shutdown planning and asset performance improvement
• Manage contractors and service providers to ensure safe execution, quality delivery, and adherence to schedule and budget
• Support project execution and operational readiness (commissioning support, change management, and cross-functional coordination)
• Develop teams through coaching, competency development, and structured performance management
• Prepare clear operational reporting for leadership, governance, and statutory requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Metallurgy/Mineral Processing, HSE, or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience for certain operations/maintenance leadership roles)
• Typically 5–12+ years of progressive experience in mining, minerals processing, quarrying/aggregates, or heavy industrial environments
• Practical working knowledge of MHSA expectations and strong safety leadership, including hazard identification, risk assessments, and incident investigation
• Experience in one or more of the following: operations leadership, technical services, mine planning/scheduling, processing optimisation, maintenance/reliability, projects, or HSE systems
• Familiarity with common industry tools such as CMMS/EAM (e.g., SAP, Maximo), planning/scheduling tools, condition monitoring, and MS Office (Excel; Power BI advantageous)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills in operational, site-based environments
• Willingness to work on-site and in field conditions; flexibility for shift patterns/rotations and travel depending on the role

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development