Supervisor Operations - Wessels (Talent Pool)

South32; Hotazel; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Hotazel is seeking a Supervisor Operations (Shift Boss) to oversee the safe and efficient execution of Mining Operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of trackless mining experience and 5 years in a supervisory role. Responsibilities include managing production targets and improving operational efficiency. This permanent full-time position offers a chance to contribute positively to the mining industry.

Benefits

Employer contribution towards retirement fund

Assistance for part-time studies

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in trackless mining or underground mining.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Drill & Blast and Development experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the safe and efficient execution of Mining Operations.
• Achieve monthly production targets.
• Integrate production planning sessions with other mined departments.
• Ensure production of quality ore at determined volumes.
• Implement continuous improvement techniques for production functionality.

Skills

Trackless mining experience

Supervisory skills

Time management

Production planning

Education

Grade 12 with mathematics

Supervisor Certificate of Competency

Valid underground blasting certificate for Metalliferous Mines

Valid driver’s license

Job description

DISCOVER ABRIGHTERFUTURE:

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focuson responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuinedifference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT WESSELS:

TheSouth Africa Manganese operation can be found in the manganese rich Kalahari Basin, in the country’s Northern Cape, which is home to 80 per cent of the world's manganese.This position is based at our Wessels Mine which represents one of the largest manganese reserves in South Africa.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

South32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As aSupervisor Operations (Shift Boss), you will be responsible forsupervising the safe and efficient execution of Mining Operations.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

•Supervision of people reporting directly to you in a production section, inclusive of time management of employees and discipline in the workplace;

•Achieve monthly targets;

•Initiate and integrate production planning sessions with otherminedepartments;

•Manage feedback and execution of abovementioned planning to ensure production of quality ore at determined volumes;

•Develop and implement continuous improvement techniques to enhance production functionality.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

•Minimum 3 years’ experience in trackless mining or underground mining and at least 5 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity;

•Drill & Blast and Development experience is advantageous.

Qualifications for this role are:

•Grade 12 with mathematics;

•Supervisor Certificate of Competency would be advantageous;

•Valid underground blasting certificate for Metalliferous Mines;

•Valid driver’s license.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

(Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups) .

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website http://careers.south32.net

This advertisement will close on 30 June 2025.