Site Manager – Mining Contracts
Minimum Requirements
- 10+ years' experience in Mobile Crushing, Quarrying, or Aggregates industries
- South African Citizen
- Degree/Diploma in Mechanical or Mining Engineering preferred
- Legal Liability Training (MHSA compliance)
- Strong understanding of MHSA responsibilities and compliance requirements
- Computer literacy in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Willingness to travel and work away from home as well as abroad, as may be required.
Key Responsibilities
Legal & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with the applicable legislation, for example, the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA)
- Maintain knowledge of legal liability responsibilities and enforce compliance on site
- Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure adherence to statutory requirements
- Comp A certification and preferably an open-cast blasting license. This is not, however, a disqualifying requirement; the candidate should be available & willing to obtain this qualification.
Safety Management
- Accept responsibility for SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality)
- Oversee daily safety inspections and enforce corrective actions
- Drive continuous improvement in safety culture and compliance
- Ensure staff are trained and competent in safety procedures
- Assume legal liability as per legal appointments as may be required
Site Operations
- Oversee all aspects of running a crushing site, including production, maintenance, and compliance
- Monitor daily activities to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to standards
- Ensure the quality of aggregates & products produced, meets specifications
Maintenance Oversight
- Plan and supervise maintenance schedules for equipment and machinery
- Ensure preventative maintenance is carried out to minimise downtime
- Report and implement improvement plans for maintenance efficiency
Production & Continuous Improvement
- Develop and monitor weekly and monthly production programmes
- Ensure production targets are met and exceeded where possible
- Report on and implement continuous improvement initiatives in production, maintenance, safety, and compliance
Planning & Cost Control
- Prepare contract programmes, requisition labour, materials, and equipment
- Compile and supervise monthly cost reports and forecasts
- Authorise site expenditure and ensure profitability targets are achieved
Client & Employee Relations
- Develop strong client relationships and ensure satisfaction with contract delivery
- Maintain sound employee relations and adherence to HR/IR policies. Manage hours of people according to the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) alongside HR/IR policies
Type: Permanent Position
Salary / Benefits
Market-related package including:
- Subsidised Medical Aid
- Pension Scheme
- Death, Disability, and Funeral Cover
- 13th Cheque
- Vehicle Allowance or Company Vehicle
- Cell Phone + Allowance
- Incentive Scheme Bonus
- Living Out Allowance
Closing Date
30 April 2026