Manager Operations UG at Sibanye-Stillwater

Job Purpose:

• To manage the Mining Operations' disciplines, systems and processes in order to achieve operational objectives in a safe and efficient manner and in line with legislative requirements

Minimum Required Qualification:

• Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competencey.

The Appointee should:

• At least 7 years’ experience in a related role, of which 3 years should have been at a management level or experience in a functional/specialist area.
• Medically fit to work in the specific business area.
• Clear security screening record.

Advantageous Qualifications:

• NQF 7 (Bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma) in Mining Engineering

Additional Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license (if applicable).

Key Responsibilities:

• To lead Sibanye Stillwater’s purpose, vision, and values across the Century Mine operating site. To oversee the Mining Operations' disciplines, systems, and processes, ensuring the attainment of operational objectives with a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and compliance with legislative requirements.
• Lead and manage Mining Operations teams, systems, and processes, while remaining current with the latest systems, processes, and best practices, and providing relevant recommendations.
• Analyze and interpret data and reports from Mining Operations, taking corrective actions as needed, and offering effective problem-solving support to the teams.
• Ensure availability of all necessary resources for Mining Operations, including personnel, equipment, and materials, and oversee the operations schedule.
• Report pertinent operations-related information.
• Prioritize Century Mine's safety, health, and wellbeing for employees, partners, and contractors.
• Implement and maintain systems to comply with the company's SHEC policy, regulatory safety, and environmental standards.
• Engage actively with stakeholders such as Mines Department, DES, Landowners, Traditional owners, neighboring mines, and employees.
• Develop and enable people leadership capabilities, fostering cultural diversity and inclusivity.
• Ensure compliance and optimize the operating budget, both in terms of physicals and costs.
• Plan and execute major projects, ensuring CEA (Cultural, Environmental, and Administrative) compliance.
• Support the development and execution of Century Mine's Life of Asset Strategy.
• Uphold ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance and contribute to environmental rehabilitation efforts.
• Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders across the organisation and externally at all levels and cross-functionally.
• Ensuring open communication channels with all relevant stakeholders.
• Sourcing, contracting and negotiating with service providers.
• Liaising with the necessary entities on any environmental management related requirements and alignment where applicable.
• Collaborating with external service providers regarding the design and implementation of tools to enhance processes.
• Managing the finances of the Division to achieve Organisational objectives.
• Setting and approving budgeting parameters for the Division in line with business requirements and financial objectives.
• Approving operational expenditure.
• Formulating monthly and annual budgets.
• Leading and driving cost saving and cash conservation initiatives.
• Remaining competitive on the global cost curve for surface operations.
• Approve operational expenditure.
• Manage expenditure against the budget.
• Report on variances from the budget and the reasons for those variances.
• Actively support and meaningfully participate in the execution of the budget.
• Maintain and comply with SHE standards within the work environment.
• Participate in risk assessments and investigate and take appropriate action as per identified risks.
• Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Instil a culture of SHE leadership within the department.
• Participate in regional/local bodies and decision-making forums in the process developing a business relevant external environment, that will result in the longer-term sustainability of the Division.
• Design the specific Operations’ discipline structure to support the achievement of the organisational mandate.
• Review and approve labour plans around operational targets.
• Review and approve labour plans around operational targets.
• Provide leadership and inspire team members towards high performance.
• Manage performance and development of reporting staff.
• Set the specific Operations’ discipline performance targets and criteria that align with organisational goals for the team.
• Drive the Organisational Culture and Climate within the Business Unit to ensure achievement of organisational objectives and employee safety.
• Drive a culture of Learning and Continuous Improvement within the specific Operation to ensure achievement of organisational objectives and safety.
• Mentor individuals to enhance the individual`s knowledge, skills, values and attitude.
• Create opportunities for development through participation and involvement in new business or technology enhancement projects for team members.
• Provide coaching to team members on an ongoing basis.
• Drive a culture of Transformation within the specific Operation to ensure organisational sustainability.
• Actively support and meaningfully participate in the execution of the segment specific organisational development plan. This support will manifest in the targeted shift in culture as described by a valid culture assessment.
• Focus on sustainability targets that will require operational ramp up according to plan.

Deadline:7th October,2026