Chief operations officer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr002405/Rudi

Date posted:

Saturday, June 28, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you a visionary leader with deep expertise in underground mining operations? We’re looking for a Chief Operations Officer (COO) to provide strategic direction, drive operational excellence, and lead high-performing teams across all mining sites.

POSITION INFO:
As a Chief operational officer, you will be responsible for the following:

Provide overall strategic leadership and direction for all underground mining operations.
Collaborate with executive leadership to support long-term growth, innovation, and risk mitigation strategies.
Develop and execute operational plans aligned with business objectives and growth targets.
Champion a culture of safety, ensuring that all activities adhere to workplace health and safety regulations.
Ensure operations comply with relevant mining legislation and industry best practices.
Promote and uphold the highest standards of environmental and operational compliance.
Design and implement KPIs to monitor and drive operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Lead engineering and production teams to consistently deliver optimal performance and output.
Identify and implement opportunities for cost control, efficiency improvement, and operational innovation.
Build and lead high-performing, multidisciplinary teams.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement at all levels of the organization.
Mentor and empower operational leaders to drive excellence and innovation within their teams.

What Do You Need?:

A relevant Bachelor’s degree (Mining Engineering, Geology, or related discipline preferred).
15+ years of experience in underground mining, including 5+ years in a senior executive or leadership role.
Proven track record of leading large-scale underground operations safely and efficiently.
Strong technical expertise in underground mining methods, ventilation, and geotechnical practices.
Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

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