Site Manager - 2.6.1 legal appointee

KingsleyIrons Recruitment Services CC; Witbank; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a highly motivated Production Manager for an open-cast coal mining operation in Witbank, Northern Cape. The ideal candidate will drive safe and cost-effective production while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience in open-cast mining, including supervisory experience, and possess relevant qualifications. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills to optimize operational performance.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in open-cast mining, including 2 years at a supervisory level.
• Computer literacy and a relevant driver’s license (e.g., EB).

Responsibilities

• Deliver on operational production targets through effective planning, coordination, and leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) standards.
• Manage resources, including people, equipment, and materials, to optimize productivity.
• Promote discipline, engagement, and positive relationships among employees and contractors.
• Oversee maintenance schedules and contractor performance in alignment with company standards.
• Uphold rigorous housekeeping and workplace standards.
• Maintain accurate reporting and administration in line with legislative and company requirements.

Skills

Decisive, proactive, and results-driven

Strong commitment to safety and compliance

Analytical with sound reporting abilities

Skilled in employee motivation, discipline, and development

Able to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality output consistently

Excellent communication, networking, and critical-thinking skills

Education

Grade 12

Comp A, Blasting Ticket

Job description

Description/Synopsis

Take the lead in driving safe, profitable, and cost-effective production at our client’s open-cast coal mining operation. We are seeking a highly motivated Production Manager to join their team, ensuring all production targets are met while championing operational excellence and compliance.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• Comp A, Blasting Ticket
• At least 5 years’ experience in open-cast mining, including 2 years at a supervisory level
• Computer literacy and a relevant driver’s license (e.g., EB)

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver on operational production targets through effective planning, coordination, and leadership
• Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) standards
• Manage resources, including people, equipment, and materials, to optimize productivity
• Promote discipline, engagement, and positive relationships among employees and contractors
• Oversee maintenance schedules and contractor performance in alignment with company standards
• Uphold rigorous housekeeping and workplace standards
• Maintain accurate reporting and administration in line with legislative and company requirements

Skills

• Decisive, proactive, and results-driven
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance
• Analytical with sound reporting abilities
• Skilled in employee motivation, discipline, and development
• Able to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality output consistently
• Excellent communication, networking, and critical-thinking skills