Pit Superintendent - Bronkhorstspruit at Canyon Coal

Description

The purpose of this role is to optimise safety and risk control systems, as well as ensure legal compliance at the mine.

Skills & Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Computer literacy-MS Office
• English proficiency
• Valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Good report writing skills
• Knowledge of the Opencast Mining, and Engineering works
• National Diploma -Mining Engineering will be an advantage
• Opencast Blasting Certificate
• Competent person A certificate
• Proven leadership and managerial skills
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Other Skills/Competencies

• Physically fit and able to pass a medical/fitness test.
• Ability to operate without supervision and be able to work under pressure.
• Be a self –starter and able to work according to deadlines.
• Integrity, reliable and ethical.
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years open cast experience.
• Minimum of 2 years middle management experience.
• Processing plant and mine planning experience will be advantageous.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily mining operations for enhanced efficiency and productivity.
• Implementing, reinforcing and ensuring compliance to safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
• Collaborating with various departments to coordinate activities and resolve operational challenges.
• Providing leadership and guidance to the mining team to achieve production targets.
• Implementing best practices to improve overall pit performance.
• Plan, organise and monitor the production process.
• Ensure optimal plant utilisation & availability.
• Plays a key role in all people management processes.
• Responsible for ensuring all administrative requirements are met.
• Pit Sup handover procedure
• Night hand over procedure
• Manage on time completion of plant for projects.
• External client / supplier liaison
• Ensure that procedures and COPs are strictly adhered to
• Technical supervision