General Manager – Coal Mining Plant

Coal mining company with operations in Middelburg is seeking to employ a General Manager to join their Coal Mine

Description :

• Lead, manage and control all mining operations to ensure optimum production is achieved.
• Monitor and manage daily operations, including coal extraction, processing, and transportation.
• Implement best practices to optimize efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Set clear objectives and goals for the mining team to achieve targeted production levels.
• Ensure effective management of costs according to allocated plant budget.
• Lead development and ongoing management of the mining annual plan and budget in collaboration with CFO.
• Regularly review and assess operational performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective measures.
• Oversee the allocation and utilization of resources, including equipment, machinery, and workforce.
• Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure the timely availability of necessary resources.
• Implement maintenance and repair programs to maximize equipment uptime and minimize downtime.
• In collaboration with the HRBP lead the recruitment, development, onboarding, and retention of all senior managers in portfolio.
• Stay abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards pertaining to coal mining operations.

Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations, permits, and licenses and promote a culture of safety among employees

Stakeholder management

Communicate effectively with senior management, providing regular updates on plant performance, challenges, and opportunities.

People

Identify training and development needs and implement programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.

Finance

Ensure financial integrity of area of responsibility

Deliver on the divisions budgeted financial results

Reporting

Establish and drive reporting best practice for the business

Minimum Qualification

Masters Degree : Commerce, Business Studies or related Field

Role Specific Knowledge

Mining technology and equipment

Technical Skill Ability to apply Knowledge

Conflict Management and resolution

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

3-5 years senior management experience

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Resource management

Customer Centricity

Building a culture of safety

Communication

Providing leadership

Developing talent