Mining Production Engineer - Kathu

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