Underground Miner: Safe Blasting & Production Lead

Sibanye Stillwater; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibanye Stillwater is seeking a Miner to safely open ore reserves via blasting and extract ore from underground workings on the stoping horizon. The role focuses on meeting production targets through controlled blasting while upholding safety and SHERQ standards.

You will lead daily site activities, coach team members, ensure accurate records, and collaborate with safety representatives to minimize incidents and maximize efficiency. Prior mining experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Medically fit to work in the specific business area.
• Valid first aid certificate.
• At least 2-3 years’ mining experience.
• Grade 10 or equivalent.
• Clear security screening record.
• Blasting certificate.

Responsibilities

• Achieve production targets and efficiencies.
• Conduct daily re-entry examinations.
• Mark support areas as required and maintain markings.
• Identify reef bands and mark faces per geological reports.
• Charge faces and ensure safe blasting procedures.
• Plan and coordinate mining activities to meet targets.
• Complete documentation and administration accurately.
• Plan leave cycles and manage workforce schedules.
• Provide coaching and on-the-job training to staff.
• Manage performance and development of reporting staff.
• Ensure fair work allocation and inspire high performance.
• Adhere to SHERQ standards and PPE requirements.
• Participate in SHERQ meetings and campaigns.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Mining experience

First aid

Security screening

Blasting certificate

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Job description

Sibanye Stillwater is seeking a Miner to safely open ore reserves via blasting and extract ore from underground workings on the stoping horizon. The role focuses on meeting production targets through controlled blasting while upholding safety and SHERQ standards.

You will lead daily site activities, coach team members, ensure accurate records, and collaborate with safety representatives to minimize incidents and maximize efficiency. Prior mining experience is essential.