Underground Section Engineering Manager | Trackless Mining

Hire Resolve; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Negotiable salary

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Hire Resolve's client, a Gauteng-based mining company, seeks an experienced Section Engineering Manager to lead underground engineering operations. You will direct maintenance, equipment lifecycle, and critical infrastructure to maximise safety and efficiency.

Requirements include a degree or diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering with GCC Mines & Works, 10+ years in underground environments, and a valid license.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is required.
• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• GCC Mines & Works certification.
• At least 10 years' underground mining experience in TMM or shaft/winder environments.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Zero Harm initiatives and ensure governance and safety standards are met.
• Demonstrate visible safety leadership and conduct routine inspections with corrective actions.
• Monitor regulatory changes and keep standards updated and communicated.
• Manage team performance with clear roles, responsibilities and objectives.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners for delivery and compliance.
• Oversee short-, medium- and long-term maintenance for engineering equipment and systems.
• Manage equipment lifecycle, commissioning, operation, maintenance and decommissioning.
• Supervise trackless machinery, underground workshops, shaft/winder systems and ore handling infrastructure.
• Support related infrastructure including conveyance, electrical reticulation, refrigeration, air and water systems.

Skills

Underground mining equipment

Maintenance systems

Operational governance

Education

Grade 12

Degree or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

GCC Mines & Works

Job description

Hire Resolve's client, a Gauteng-based mining company, seeks an experienced Section Engineering Manager to lead underground engineering operations. You will direct maintenance, equipment lifecycle, and critical infrastructure to maximise safety and efficiency.

Requirements include a degree or diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering with GCC Mines & Works, 10+ years in underground environments, and a valid license.