Head of Mining Operations

Head of Mining Operations job vacancy in Pretoria. The Head of Mining Operations is responsible for the strategic, operational, and legal leadership of multiple open-cast mining operations. Acting as the appointed 4.1 responsible person in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), the role oversees Mine Managers, ensures legal compliance, drives operational performance, and manages the safe and cost-effective production of mining activities across multiple sites. Salary: R2 000 000 – R3 000 000 Annually. Key Responsibilities:

Legal Compliance and Safety Management Act as the legally appointed 4.1 appointee in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) Ensure full compliance with all statutory, regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements Oversee the implementation and monitoring of mine safety systems, audits, and risk management frameworks Ensure subordinate 3.1 appointees execute their legal responsibilities effectively and remain compliant Drive a strong safety culture and ensure continuous improvement in safety performance across all operations Act as the legally appointed 4.1 appointee in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) Ensure full compliance with all statutory, regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements Oversee the implementation and monitoring of mine safety systems, audits, and risk management frameworks Ensure subordinate 3.1 appointees execute their legal responsibilities effectively and remain compliant Drive a strong safety culture and ensure continuous improvement in safety performance across all operations Operational Leadership Provide strategic direction and operational oversight across multiple open-cast mining sites Lead and manage Mine Managers (3.1 appointees) and operational leadership teams Drive production performance in line with operational and business targets, including tonnage, grade, and recovery objectives Oversee and optimise mining activities, including drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, and production interfaces Ensure operational activities are aligned with mine plans and business strategies Provide strategic direction and operational oversight across multiple open-cast mining sites Lead and manage Mine Managers (3.1 appointees) and operational leadership teams Drive production performance in line with operational and business targets, including tonnage, grade, and recovery objectives Oversee and optimise mining activities, including drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, and production interfaces Ensure operational activities are aligned with mine plans and business strategies

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Financial and Performance Management Develop and manage operational budgets, including OPEX and CAPEX expenditure Monitor operational costs, productivity, and efficiencies across all sites Identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction, operational optimisation, and continuous improvement Ensure effective resource allocation and operational planning to achieve financial object

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