Cape Town City Centre: Senior Consultant – Shaft Lead Transformation Programme

Are you an underground mining leader who thrives in high-stakes, high-impact environments? Do you excel at driving operational discipline, safety culture, and performance improvement at the shaft level? This role places you at the heart of a major operational transformationleading change where it matters most. We are seeking Senior Consultants Shaft Lead to spearhead transformation across underground shaft operations. You will lead structured management systems, enhance safety culture, integrate contractor performance, and help build the foundation for future production ramp-up. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Transformation: Drive the implementation of a comprehensive target attainment plan for an assigned shaft Establish and run a shaft war room for real-time performance management Integrate bottom-up safety programmes into daily operations Coordinate improvement initiatives across mining and engineering teams Build Robust Management Systems: Co-design and implement structured leadership routines and shaft management practices Establish visual management tools and shift management books Develop meeting agendas, structured communications, and operational protocols Support the optimisation of organisational structures and operating models Strengthen Contractor Integration: Align contractor teams with the required safety systems, routines, and performance standards Ensure seamless operational integration between contractors and mining teams Facilitate contractor involvement in transformation initiatives Monitor and improve contractor KPIs Drive Performance & Safety Excellence: Improve production, development, grade control, and equipment availability Integrate SLAMs, PTOs, VFLs, and safety coaching into operational routines Foster continuous improvement and self-driven operational behaviours Baseline current performance and set strengthened targets Collaborate Across Stakeholders: Work closely with shaft management, mining operations, engineering, and key support services Coordinate with broader management teams and functional areas Provide clear progress reporting to leadership and steering committees Coach and uplift frontline leaders and supervisors Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile): Essential Experience: 10 years in mining operations, with at least 5 years in underground mining Successful experience leading operational transformation or performance improvement programmes Strong understanding of underground production, development, and support systems Experience implementing structured management routines and performance systems Proven safety leadership experience and understanding of safety culture development Experience working with contractor/Business Partner operating models Ability to drive change across complex, multi-stakeholder environments Highly Advantageous: Experience in African or copper mining environments Familiarity with underground methods such as room-and-pillar Experience in ramp-up, turnaround, or recovery operations Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies Experience working directly with contractor-led operational models Qualifications: Degree in Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field Mine Managers Certificate or senior mining qualification Safety Leadership Certification If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.