Mine Manager X1
Job Overview
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Job Title: Mine Manager
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Location: Free State, South Africa
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Job Type: Permanent
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Industry Sector: Mining / Management
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Salary: Market Related
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Reference Number: 2307685
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Closing Date: 08 November 2025 (58 days left)
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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:
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Oversee and manage all mining operations on-site
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Ensure compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and all legal requirements
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Lead teams to meet production targets while prioritizing safety and environmental sustainability
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Prepare and manage operational budgets and reports
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Maintain effective communication with senior management, contractors, and government bodies
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Provide leadership and direction in strategic planning, resource optimization, and performance improvement
Minimum Requirements
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Degree in Mining Engineering
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Opencast Blasting Certificate
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Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency (Statutory requirement)
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Minimum 10 years of experience in an opencast mining environment
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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)