Mining Production Engineer - Kathu

SUMMARY:
Role Purpose
The Mining Production Engineer is responsible for overseeing production activities across two open-cast manganese mining operations in the Northern Cape. Reporting to senior mining leadership, the role focuses on ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective mining operations while maintaining compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) requirements and fulfilling 3.1 legal appointment responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Production and Operational Management
Oversee daily production operations across two open-cast manganese mining sites
Ensure mining operations are executed safely, efficiently, and in line with production targets
Drive operational performance improvements and continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor and optimise production outputs, operational efficiencies, and mining activities
Support production scheduling and operational planning processes
Legal Compliance and Safety Management
Fulfil and maintain 3.1 legal appointment responsibilities in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA)
Ensure compliance with all mining legislation, operational procedures, and safety standards
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across mining operations
Monitor adherence to risk management and operational safety procedures
Contractor and Team Management
Manage mining contractors and monitor contractor performance against operational objectives
Lead and supervise production and operational teams across both mining operations
Ensure effective workforce coordination and operational accountability
Drive high-performance standards and operational discipline within teams
Technical and Production Support
Work closely with geology, engineering, and processing teams to optimise mining and production outcomes
Monitor production data, operational metrics, and site performance indicators
Prepare and manage operational reports and production performance updates
Support operational troubleshooting and problem-solving activities
Financial and Operational Planning
Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes
Monitor operational costs and identify opportunities for optimisation and efficiency improvements
Support long-term operational sustainability and production growth initiatives

POSITION INFO:
Role Requirements
Degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related mining discipline
Relevant qualifications required for eligibility for a 3.1 legal appointment
Minimum 5 – 10 years’ operational mining experience
Proven experience within open-cast mining environments is essential
Exposure to manganese mining operations will be highly advantageous
Previous production or operational management experience within mining operations
Experience managing mining contractors and operational production teams
Strong understanding of MHSA regulations and mining compliance requirements
Eligibility for a 3.1 legal appointment in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act
Strong production management and operational planning capabilities
Good understanding of mining equipment and production processes
Excellent leadership and people management skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Strong reporting and operational analysis capabilities
Valid driver’s licence
Willingness to be based in the Northern Cape
Medically fit to work on mine sites
Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.