Job Post: Underground Manager

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Assist the Mine Manager in the control, management and direction of the underground working of the mine. 

• Ensure production targets and profit margins are achieved cost-effectively and safely on sustainable basis for the shafts. 

• Act as the custodian for innovation, technology and best practices at shaft level. 

• Ensure environmental and social concerns are managed as a strategic focus area. 

• Ensure effective asset management processes are implemented and adhered to. 

• Understand the impact of relevant legislation on the mining discipline and ensure compliance thereof. 

• Implement and support “Zero tolerance” principles.

• Plan and schedule development and stooping processes. 

• Monitors and responds to indicators of worker morale (absenteeism, labour turnover, grievances and disciplinary action). 

• Monitors and responds to sub-standard work performance. 

• Maintains legal compliance 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: 

• Grade 12, Blasting Certificate, Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.  Degree in Mining Engineering would be advantageous. 

• At least 10 years’ experience as Mine Manager of which 5 years must have been Management experience (MHSA 2.6.1 or 3.1 appointment). 

• Knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act.

• Computer literate. 

• Must be able to obtain a medical fitness certificate. 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 5 PM, 10 February 2023

Email your most recent CV, certified copies of qualifications as per advertisement and all relevant supporting documents to cv@zulac.co.za

Due to a large number of applications expected; only shortlisted applicants will be notified

  Position is open to designated groups as specified in the Employment Equity Act.