RPO Recruitment’s Client is urgently seeking the expertise of an General Manager – Open Cast Mine Operations in the Northern Cape. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving the long-term strategic direction of the company, ensuring operational excellence, sustainable growth, and maximized stakeholder value. This is a key executive role that demands a forward-thinking leader with exceptional leadership, financial acumen, and a proven track record of managing diverse teams and projects across multiple functions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all departments within the organization, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies and operational goals.
• Develop and implement the company’s strategic objectives in line with corporate goals, ensuring all departments align with the overall vision.
• Ensure that production targets, as set out by the Board of Directors, are met consistently, with a focus on optimizing efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing overall productivity.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring high performance, safety, and compliance with company standards across all departments.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve operational profitability without compromising safety or quality.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to improve productivity, reduce environmental impact, and ensure sustainability in mining operations.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including employees, suppliers, customers, and regulatory bodies, to enhance the company’s market presence and reputation.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and financial performance to ensure resources are allocated effectively and efficiently.
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activity to inform strategic decisions and identify new opportunities for growth.
• Drive risk management and mitigation strategies across all aspects of the operation, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and legal regulations.
• Ensure alignment of all departments with corporate sustainability goals, minimizing environmental impact while maximizing operational output.
• Ensure effective communication across all levels of the organization, fostering collaboration and transparency within teams.
• Act as a key liaison between the executive leadership team and operational staff, conveying strategic direction and operational challenges.
• Manage and oversee major capital projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and effective resource allocation.
• Champion the company’s culture and values, ensuring that ethical standards and best practices are upheld across all operations.
• Lead Community Stakeholder Forums, ensuring positive relationships with surrounding communities and addressing any social or environmental concerns.

Requirements:

• BSc Degree / B-Tech in Mining Engineering
• Master’s Degree in Mining Engineering, or a related mining discipline (Would be advantageous)
• MBA / MBL (Would be advantageous)
• Minimum of 10 - 15 years of experience in the mining industry, with at least 5 years in a Senior Management or leadership role.
• Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency
• 1 Legal Appointment

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career-changing move.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Lee Wilhelm at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: www.rporecruitment.co.za or email us your CV: [email protected]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.