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General Manager – Mining Operations (Platinum)

FempowerRustenburg, South Africa

16 hours ago

Job description

Our client, a premier global producer in the Platinum Group Metals (PGM) sector, is seeking a strategic and results-driven General Manager to lead their flagship underground mining operation. This is a pivotal leadership role with full P&L and operational accountability, offering the challenge and autonomy to significantly impact the company's future performance and strategic direction.

Requirements :

B Degree / B Tech in Mining Engineering (Essential)
Valid Blasting Certificate and Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency (Essential)
A management development qualification (e.g., MBA, Leadership Diploma) is essential
Minimum of 15 years of mining experience, with a proven track record including : 5 years as a Mine Manager; 3 years as a Mine Overseer; 2 years as a Shift Supervisor
In-depth, hands-on knowledge across all underground mining disciplines : Stopping, Development, Shafts, Survey, Ventilation, Rock Engineering, and Geology
Strong business acumen with exposure to project management, accounting principles, and engineering

Key Performance Areas :

Operational & Financial Leadership : Drive the operation to consistently meet and exceed production targets and profit margins, ensuring long-term sustainability

Strategic Planning : Develop, implement, and refine the mine's strategic plan, directly assisting the Operations Executive in the broader strategic management process

People & Culture : Implement and maintain sound people management practices, including HR and Employee Relations (IR), to cultivate a productive, skilled, and engaged workforce

Vision & Leadership : Formulate, communicate, and drive the company's strategic vision through transformational and effective leadership at all levels of the operation

ESG & Stakeholder Management : Proactively manage environmental compliance and corporate social investment as key strategic focus areas.

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