Mine Manager X1
Job Overview
Job Title: Mine Manager
Location: Free State, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Industry Sector: Mining / Management
Salary: Market Related
Reference Number: 2307685
Closing Date: 08 November 2025 (58 days left)
Employer: Tumaini Consulting
Job Description
Tumaini Consulting, a respected name in mining recruitment, is seeking a highly experienced Mine Manager for a leading mining client in the Free State. This senior-level role is crucial in overseeing opencast mining operations, ensuring compliance with safety and production standards, and leading teams in achieving operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Note: The job listing does not include detailed duties, but based on standard Mine Manager roles, responsibilities typically include:
Oversee and manage all mining operations on-site
Ensure compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and all legal requirements
Lead teams to meet production targets while prioritizing safety and environmental sustainability
Prepare and manage operational budgets and reports
Maintain effective communication with senior management, contractors, and government bodies
Provide leadership and direction in strategic planning, resource optimization, and performance improvement
Minimum Requirements
Degree in Mining Engineering
Opencast Blasting Certificate
Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency (Statutory requirement)
Minimum 10 years of experience in an opencast mining environment
Minimum 4 years of experience in a 3.1(a) legal appointment
(As per MHSA, this denotes a person responsible for overall control of the mine)