Senior Open-Pit Mining Operations Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical coverage

Retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape seeks a senior Mine Operations Manager to lead our significant open-pit operations. You will oversee safety, efficiency and environmental stewardship, directing a large workforce to meet production goals.

As a strategic leader, you will optimize processes, drive productivity, liaise with geology, engineering and maintenance, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement improvements to sustain safe, cost-effective operations in a scenic mining region.

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng in Mining Engineering or related discipline required.
• At least 10 years of progressive mine operations experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a management role with large open-pit exposure.

Responsibilities

• Direct open-pit mining operations: drilling, blasting, loading, hauling.
• Develop short and long-term operational plans to meet targets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Manage budget, control costs and optimize resources.
• Lead site supervisors and staff; oversee equipment usage.
• Drive continuous improvement and report KPIs and forecasts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Budget management

HSE knowledge

Education

BSc/BEng Mining Engineering

Tools

Mine planning software

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape seeks a senior Mine Operations Manager to lead our significant open-pit operations. You will oversee safety, efficiency and environmental stewardship, directing a large workforce to meet production goals.

As a strategic leader, you will optimize processes, drive productivity, liaise with geology, engineering and maintenance, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement improvements to sustain safe, cost-effective operations in a scenic mining region.