Mine Overseer UG at Thungela

Govan Mbeki Local Municipality, Mpumalanga, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health And Safety, Team Leadership, Cost Control, People Management, Production Scheduling, Stakeholder Management, Mine Planning, Thermal Coal Knowledge, Operational Codes Of Practice, Communication, Infrastructure Maintenance, Competency Development, Legal Compliance, Environmental Standards, Motivation, Budget Management

Industry

mining

Description

Company Description Join us as a Mine Overseer in our Coal business and ensure overall shaft and sectional operational effectiveness, while ensuring production targets and mine plans are executed. Excellence is the vision. You’ll make it a reality. Thungela Resources [Thungela means “to ignite” in isiZulu] is a leading South African thermal coal business, focused exclusively on thermal coal production. It is one of the largest pure-play producers and exporters of thermal coal in South Africa based on aggregate coal reserves and marketable coal production. Thungela focuses on exporting its thermal coal portfolio mainly to the Indian, Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East and North African markets. Job Description Ensure health and safety by adhering to all legislative requirements, procedures, standards and guidelines Lead, control and motivate team to ensure that all Safety, Health, Environmental and Production targets are achieved Communicate all legal and operational policies, procedures, standards and guidelines relevant to area of responsibility and ensure they are implemented and followed Ensure effective cost control and that costs are allocated effectively and that the various sections stay within budget Maintain section infrastructure to complement the Operational value chain from coal face to plant Effective People management, ensuring that roles are well defined and clarified and that competencies and learning paths are developed Meeting production targets with strict adherence to maintenance and production schedules Develop and maintain constructive working relationships with other stakeholders to complement the operational value chain This role is in the Mining department at a Band 6 level and reports to the Section Manager. Qualifications B Tech/ BSC in Mining Engineering (BSc) (NQF Level7) Intermediate Management Developmental Programme or equivalent In Possession of Mine Overseer or Mine Managers’ Certificate of Competency Computer literate: MS Office Valid driver’s license Fiery Mine Blasting Ticket/ Rock Breaking qualification for Fiery Mines Experience At least 5 years’ experience in an Underground Coal Mine environment At least 2 years' experience as an appointed Shift Boss At least 2 years’ acting experience as Mine Overseer Additional Information Knowledge of mine planning principles and processes Knowledge of Thermal Coal core value chain and Operational Codes of Practices and Procedures What we offer When you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time. Who we are Thungela is a pure play coal mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world. Inclusion and Diversity Thungela is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential. How we are committed to your safety Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer. How to apply To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Responsibilities

Ensure overall shaft and sectional operational effectiveness while achieving production targets and executing mine plans. Lead and motivate the team to meet safety, health, environmental, and production targets.