Senior Production Operations Lead — Mining & Energy

Placements24; Randfontein; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Medical insurance

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Relocation package

Leadership training

Company vehicle / transport allowance

Accommodation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Operations Manager in the Rustenburg area to drive safe, efficient, and cost-effective production in a heavy industry setting. You will lead a diverse team, implement best practices, and collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and supply chain to meet output targets.

The role requires a mining/energy background, a relevant engineering degree, and a track record of 10+ years in production management with strong leadership and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree or MBA is advantageous.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in production management in mining/energy.
• Proven leadership of large operational teams and strong safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily production operations to meet output targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental regulations and policies.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage resource allocation: personnel, equipment, materials.
• Oversee maintenance schedules and machinery performance.
• Lead and develop the production team for high performance.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance and supply chain.
• Report operational performance to senior management.

Skills

Leadership experience

Operations management

Safety compliance

ERP systems (SAP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining/Mechanical Engineering

Master's or MBA (advantageous)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Production Operations Manager in the Rustenburg area to drive safe, efficient, and cost-effective production in a heavy industry setting. You will lead a diverse team, implement best practices, and collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and supply chain to meet output targets.

The role requires a mining/energy background, a relevant engineering degree, and a track record of 10+ years in production management with strong leadership and safety standards.