Senior Mining Operations Leader - Benoni, Safety & Growth

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Performance bonuses

Executive medical aid

Retirement benefits

Career advancement opportunities

On-site role in Benoni

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mining Operations Manager to lead our client’s Benoni site in Gauteng. You will drive safe, cost-efficient production across underground and open-pit operations, with full P&L responsibility and strategic planning.

You will manage a diverse team of engineers, supervisors and operators, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental standards and statutory regulations while partnering with geology, maintenance and processing to optimise performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• 10–12 years of progressive mining operations experience.
• Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency (CoC) required.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of various mining methods, technologies, and equipment.
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs.
• Commitment to safety and environmental best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee underground and/or open-pit mining operations, including planning, execution, and monitoring of production activities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of mining professionals.
• Collaborate with geology, engineering, maintenance, and processing for integrated operations.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to enhance efficiency and reduce risks.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, mining regulations, and company policies.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational discipline across the workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Safety focus

Decision making under pressure

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field

Master's degree or MBA (advantageous)

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mining Operations Manager to lead our client’s Benoni site in Gauteng. You will drive safe, cost-efficient production across underground and open-pit operations, with full P&L responsibility and strategic planning.

You will manage a diverse team of engineers, supervisors and operators, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental standards and statutory regulations while partnering with geology, maintenance and processing to optimise performance.