Underground Coal Mine Overseer | Lead Safety & Production

Thungela; Bethal; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coal mining company in South Africa is seeking a qualified individual for a managerial position in mining. This role involves ensuring health and safety compliance, leading a team to meet production targets, and maintaining infrastructure within budget. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in an underground coal mining environment, along with necessary certifications. A competitive salary and development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Learning and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an Underground Coal Mine environment.
• At least 2 years' experience as an appointed Shift Boss.
• Acting experience as Mine Overseer is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety compliance.
• Lead and motivate the mining team.
• Achieve production targets with adherence to schedules.
• Communicate operational policies effectively.

Skills

Health and safety adherence

Team leadership

People management

Effective communication

Cost control

Knowledge of mine planning

Education

B Tech / BSC in Mining Engineering (NQF Level 7)

Intermediate Management Developmental Programme or equivalent

Mine Overseer or Mine Managers’ Certificate of Competency

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A leading coal mining company in South Africa is seeking a qualified individual for a managerial position in mining. This role involves ensuring health and safety compliance, leading a team to meet production targets, and maintaining infrastructure within budget. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in an underground coal mining environment, along with necessary certifications. A competitive salary and development opportunities are offered.