Mining Manager 3.1A, Mpumalanga

Job Title:

Mining Manager (3.1a Appointment)

Location:

Burgersfort, Limpopo, South Africa

Appointment:

Section 3.1(a), Mine Health and Safety Act 29 of 1996

About the Role The Mining Manager will assume legal responsibility in terms of Section 3.1(a) of the MHSA for the overall management, safety, and production of the Chrome mining operation. The role requires a strong leader with the ability to develop and deliver on a culture of operational excellence and a clear strategy supported by the requisite management operating systems. Technical expertise in hard rock mining (preferably bord and pillar trackless mechanised mining will be an advantage), proven operational management experience, and the ability to ensure full compliance with statutory regulatory requirements is a giv

Responsibilities

Fulfil the duties and obligations of a 3.1(a) appointee as defined in the

MHSA.Lead and manage mining operations to ensure safety, production, and profitability targets are ach

ieved.Ensure legal compliance with all mining, safety, environmental, and health legisl

ation.Implement and maintain effective risk management and control sy

stems.

Direct, train, manage and mentor all Heads of Department reporting into the 3.1(a) fun

ction.Oversee the design, planning, and execution of mining activities, including drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, conveying and all technical service associated activ

ities.Manage production performance against budget and operational

KPIs.Develop and enforce codes of practice, standard operating procedures and safe work prac

tices.Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cost control, production efficiency and productivity and s

afety.Liaise with regulatory authorities, unions, and community stakeholders when req

uired.Report directly to the General Ma

Qualifications

cations: BSc Mining Eng or equivale

nt degree or National Highe

r DiplomaBlasting Certificate for Scheduled Mines (es

sential).Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency (Metalliferous Mines) (essential f

or 3.1a).At least 10-15 years’ mining experience, with a minimum of 10 years in a supervisory or managem

ent role.Sound knowledge of MHSA, Mine Environmental Management, and related leg

islation.Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-makin

g skills.Proven ability to manage teams and production in a unionised env

ironment.Valid driver’s license and medical fitness to work o

n a mine.

Required Skills

red Skills: Energetic and experienced p

rofessional.Strong track record in hard rock mining (preferably chrome or PGM environment and preferably with some trackless mechanised mining

experience).Excellent communication and people manage

ment skills.Safety-first mindset with a focus on compliance and p

roductivity.Results-driven and able to perform und

er pressure.Well versed in the application and optimisation of Management Operat

Pay range and compensation package

ation package: Competitive market-

related salary.Performance bonus– Quarte

rly cash bonus.Housing allowance i

ncluded in CTC.Ve

Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diverse and inclusivity.

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