Senior Underground Mine Operations Leader – Bloemfontein

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Presencial; ZAR 1.800.000 - 3.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Highly competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Leave package

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Operations Manager in Bloemfontein, Free State to lead underground mining activities, ensure safety, efficiency and cost control. This senior leadership role oversees production, teams and compliance with health, safety and environmental standards on-site.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mining Engineering, 10+ years in mine operations with 5+ in supervision, strong leadership, budgeting skills, and deep drilling/blasting experience. Pr.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years in mine operations, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Proven experience in managing large underground mining operations.
• In-depth knowledge of drilling, blasting, and load-and-haul operations.
• Strong understanding of mine safety regulations and best practices (e.g., MIOC requirements).
• Excellent leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing operational budgets.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective on-site communication in Bloemfontein.

Responsabilidades

• Direct and manage all underground mining operations: drilling, blasting, loading, hauling.
• Develop and implement plans to meet production targets and budgets.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations and policies.
• Lead and motivate a diverse mining team, fostering safety and high performance.
• Oversee equipment utilization to optimize productivity and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with planning, engineering, and maintenance for integrated operations.
• Drive continuous improvement for efficiency and safety.
• Manage operational risks and contingency planning.
• Conduct site inspections and performance reviews.
• Report production volumes, costs, and safety metrics.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Budget management

Mine operations

Safety & compliance

Operational excellence

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering

Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) designation

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Operations Manager in Bloemfontein, Free State to lead underground mining activities, ensure safety, efficiency and cost control. This senior leadership role oversees production, teams and compliance with health, safety and environmental standards on-site.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mining Engineering, 10+ years in mine operations with 5+ in supervision, strong leadership, budgeting skills, and deep drilling/blasting experience. Pr.