Operations Manager - Platreef at Epiroc

Your mission as an Operations Manager

• As an Operations Manager, you will oversee and manage the Epiroc maintenance and service teams at IvanPlats Platreef Mine, ensuring optimal parts and machine availability, engineering utilization, product improvement, and customer satisfaction.
• You will be responsible for the full operational, technical, and people management of the Epiroc on-site team, driving continuous improvement, safety, and compliance with contractual obligations.

What you’ll do

• Supervise the Epiroc team responsible for conducting predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on Epiroc trackless mobile equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Oversee assembly, commissioning, and warranty management for new equipment.
• Direct problem-solving activities, conduct root cause analyses, and manage product improvement initiatives.
• Oversee equipment repairs, breakdown calls, and critical parts planning.
• Manage warranty claims processes and ensure implementation of technical service bulletins/product improvement campaigns.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and improvements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the client and key stakeholders,
• Ensure Epiroc’s compliance of contractual agreements and service level expectations.
• Collaborate with client site operations teams and Epiroc teams and actively participate in planning meetings to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Promote safety and environmental responsibility by integrating MHSA compliance and proactive risk management into daily operations
• Lead coach, and develop the on-site Epiroc team, fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Manage site operations costs, budgets, and invoicing to ensure profitability and cost control 
• Track and report on actual costs versus budgets and forecast.

What you’ll bring

• Grade 12 (Matric) and a recognised trade qualification
• Diploma or degree in engineering or business management is considered beneficial
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in maintenance of mining/drilling equipment; experience with Epiroc equipment highly advantageous.
• 2-3 years of experience in a leadership role, with demonstrated managerial skills and experience managing and motivating teams from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in maintenance of TMM and other mining equipment
• Demonstrated experience in overseeing maintenance teams and vendor-managed inventory and service operations is considered highly beneficial

Closing Date: 02 December 2025