Mine Manager (GCC)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES026362/Dione

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Location:

Delmas, South Africa

SUMMARY:

To take full accountability for the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of one or more opencast coal mines, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining strict compliance with legal, safety, and environmental requirements.
The Mine Manager will lead all site functions, driving operational excellence, team performance, and continuous improvement.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership & Production Management

Manage the full mining operation, including:
- Overburden removal (stripping)
- Coal extraction and handling
- Load and haul activities
Ensure delivery of production targets in line with business plans
Optimise:
- Productivity and throughput
- Equipment utilisation
- Cost per tonne
Legal, Safety & Compliance
- Act as the appointed 3.1 Mine Manager in terms of the MHSA
- Ensure full compliance with all statutory, legal, and regulatory requirements
- Drive a strong safety-first culture across all operations
- Oversee risk management, audits, and safety systems
- Maintain compliance with environmental standards and approvals
Financial & Cost Management
- Manage operational budgets and cost control initiatives
- Ensure delivery of production at optimal cost efficiency
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or output
Engineering & Technical Integration
- Work closely with the engineering function to:
  - Ensure equipment availability and reliability
  - Support maintenance and asset optimisation strategies
- Ensure alignment between:
  - Mine planning
  - Engineering capacity
  - Production execution
Mine Planning & Strategy
- Contribute to short-, medium-, and long-term mine planning
- Ensure production activities align with mine plans and schedules
- Drive efficient resource allocation across mining activities
Team Leadership & People Management
- Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams, including:
  - Production
  - Engineering
  - HSE
  - Contractors
- Develop and mentor site leadership teams
- Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
Stakeholder & Contractor Management
- Manage relationships with:
  - Contractors and service providers
  - Regulatory bodies and authorities
  - Local communities where relevant
- Ensure contractor performance aligns with operational standards and safety requirements

Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile):

Minimum 10–15+ years’ experience in mining operations
Significant experience within:
- Opencast coal mining (highly advantageous)
Proven experience in a senior leadership role (e.g. Section Manager / Mine Manager)
Track record of delivering production targets and cost efficiencies
Strong knowledge of:
- Opencast mining methods and equipment
- Mine planning principles
- Safety, health, and environmental regulations

Ability to manage:
- Large-scale mining operations
- Production-driven environments
- Multi-disciplinary teams

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Mine Manager (GCC)

Operational Leadership & Production Management

Legal, Safety & Compliance

Financial & Cost Management

Engineering & Technical Integration

Mine Planning & Strategy

Team Leadership & People Management

Stakeholder & Contractor Management

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