South Africa: Pit Superintendent posted by Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd

About the Role

The Pit Superintendent position at Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd requires an experienced professional to oversee daily mining operations, leading a team to achieve production targets while ensuring optimal plant utilisation and adherence to safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily mining operations for enhanced efficiency and productivity
• Plan, organise, lead and monitor the production process
• Providing leadership and guidance to the mining team
• Implementing, reinforcing, and ensuring compliance to safety standards and protocols
• Ensure optimal plant utilisation & availability
• Efficient people management harnessing collaboration and teamwork
• Collaborating with various departments to coordinate activities and resolve operational challenges
• Implementing best practices to improve overall pit performance

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Opencast Blasting Certificate
• Competent person A certificate
• National Diploma – Mining Engineering (advantageous)
• 10 years relevant open cast experience
• 2 years middle management experience
• Experience in Processing plant and mine planning (advantageous)
• Computer literacy in MS Office
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven leadership and managerial skills
• English proficiency
• Good report writing skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Physically fit and able to pass a medical/fitness test
• Ability to operate without supervision and be able to work under pressure
• Be a self–starter and able to work according to deadlines

Qualifications

None mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

Salary details not specified.