Reference Number: DGS-0026

Job Description

A leading gold mining project in Namibia is seeking to appoint an experienced Project Controls Manager to join its growing Owner's Team.

The project is a significant greenfield gold development progressing from execution readiness into construction and ultimately production. This opportunity offers the successful candidate the chance to play a key leadership role in the development and delivery of a major mining project, working closely with project leadership, engineering consultants, contractors and key stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

Reporting directly to the Project Director, the Project Controls Manager will be responsible for establishing, leading and maintaining all project controls functions across the project lifecycle, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and project close-out. The role will provide strategic oversight and governance of planning, scheduling, cost management, progress measurement, forecasting, risk management, change control and performance reporting, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on schedule and within approved budget parameters.

The Project Controls Manager will act as a key advisor to the Project Director and senior leadership team, providing timely and accurate information to support project decision-making and ensuring that project performance is effectively monitored, analysed and communicated throughout all phases of project development.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the Project Controls Management Plan, systems, procedures, standards and governance frameworks for the project.
• Establish and maintain an integrated project controls environment covering planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, reporting, change management and risk management.
• Lead the development, maintenance and administration of the integrated project master schedule using Primavera P6.
• Coordinate and integrate schedules from engineering consultants, procurement teams, contractors and commissioning groups into a single project execution schedule.
• Analyse schedule performance, identify critical path activities, evaluate schedule risks and recommend recovery strategies where required.
• Develop and implement progress measurement methodologies for engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
• Monitor project performance against approved baselines and identify emerging trends, delays, risks and potential cost overruns.
• Establish and manage project cost control systems, including budget tracking, commitments, accruals, actual costs and forecast expenditure.
• Lead preparation and review of monthly cost reports, cash flow forecasts, Estimate at Completion (EAC) assessments and variance analyses.
• Drive the project's change management process, ensuring all scope, schedule and cost changes are appropriately reviewed, assessed, approved and incorporated into project baselines.
• Facilitate project trend management and ensure early identification and escalation of potential impacts to project outcomes.
• Support project risk and opportunity management processes, including schedule risk assessments, cost risk evaluations and mitigation planning.
• Work closely with Commercial, Procurement and Contracts teams to integrate commercial information into project controls reporting and forecasting.
• Review contractor schedules, cost reports and progress claims to validate performance and ensure reporting accuracy.
• Challenge assumptions, forecasts and recovery plans where required and provide independent assessments of project performance.
• Develop, maintain and present weekly, monthly and executive project performance reports and dashboards.
• Provide project controls input into steering committee presentations, governance reviews, project reviews and corporate reporting requirements.
• Establish reporting metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project performance and support informed decision-making.
• Lead and mentor project planners, cost controllers and project controls personnel to ensure high-quality deliverables and consistency of reporting.
• Support project readiness planning, commissioning activities, handover processes and project close-out requirements.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement within the project controls function.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, project governance frameworks and applicable industry standards.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Finance, Cost Engineering, Planning or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 15 years' experience in project controls on large capital projects within the mining, minerals processing, infrastructure, energy or heavy industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated experience in a senior Project Controls Manager or Project Controls leadership role within an Owner's Team, EPC, EPCM or major contractor environment.
• Proven experience overseeing project controls functions across the full project lifecycle, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and project close-out.
• Experience working on greenfield mining projects will be highly advantageous.
• Strong background in integrated planning and scheduling, cost control, progress measurement, forecasting, change management and project reporting.
• Extensive experience developing and managing integrated master schedules in Primavera P6.
• Solid understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM), critical path analysis, schedule performance analysis, productivity measurement and project forecasting methodologies.
• Experience developing project budgets, cash flow forecasts and Estimate at Completion (EAC) models for major capital projects.
• Practical experience implementing and managing project change control and trend management systems.
• Strong understanding of project risk management principles and their integration into project controls processes.
• Experience interfacing with procurement, contracts and commercial functions in a large project environment.
• Familiarity with Power BI, reporting databases and modern project reporting tools will be advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, contract administration principles and contractor performance management.
• Excellent analytical, numerical and problem-solving capabilities with strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing multi-disciplinary project controls teams.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence decision-making at senior management level.
• Ability to operate effectively within a remote, multicultural and fast-paced project environment.
• Previous African mining project experience will be considered advantageous.

Key Success Factors

• Establishing a robust and integrated project controls framework across all project workstreams.
• Delivering accurate schedule, cost and performance reporting to support project leadership.
• Providing reliable forecasting and early warning of emerging project risks and opportunities.
• Maintaining effective control of project scope, schedule and cost throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting the successful delivery of a major greenfield mining project from construction through to first production.

If you wish to apply for the position, please apply via the link: Apply Here

Please visit www.camining.com for more exciting opportunities.

Daniel Scholtemeyer
Executive Talent Consultant

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. However, your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions that may arise in future.

Mandarin Investments (Proprietary) Ltd invites all Namibians who are qualified, committed, competent and appropriately skilled to apply.

Job Description:

Our client, a major mining project in Namibia, is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join the Owner’s Team. Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will provide technical leadership, oversight and assurance across all civil engineering activities throughout the engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning phases of the project. The Senior Civil Engineer will represent the Owner’s interests and ensure that civil engineering designs, specifications, procurement packages, construction activities and completed infrastructure meet the project’s technical and operational requirements. The role will work closely with EPC/EPCM contractors, engineering consultants, construction contractors, procurement, project controls, HSE, quality, operations and other multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and Owner’s oversight of all civil engineering activities across the project lifecycle.
• Review and approve civil engineering designs, drawings, specifications, calculations and technical deliverables.
• Oversee civil works including bulk earthworks, foundations, concrete, roads, drainage, water management and infrastructure.
• Manage civil engineering interfaces with structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, process, mining and other disciplines.
• Support procurement through development and review of civil scopes, technical specifications, tenders and contractor submissions.
• Monitor construction activities, contractor performance, quality, progress and compliance with approved designs and specifications.
• Identify and manage civil engineering risks relating to geotechnical conditions, construction, cost, schedule, quality and contractor performance.
• Support commissioning, handover, close-out and resolution of outstanding civil engineering issues.

Qualification and Skill:

• Civil Engineering degree from a recognised university or tertiary institution.
• Professional registration, or eligibility for registration, with a recognised engineering professional body; Namibian recognition advantageous.
• Minimum 15 years’ relevant civil engineering experience, preferably within mining, minerals processing or major industrial capital projects.
• Proven senior-level experience within an Owner’s Team, EPC, EPCM, engineering consultancy or major construction environment.
• Experience across the full project lifecycle, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Strong experience with bulk earthworks, concrete works, foundations, roads, drainage, water management and mining infrastructure.
• Experience managing engineering consultants, EPC/EPCM contractors and construction contractors, with strong knowledge of project controls, variations and claims.

Benefits and Contractual Information:

• Project based Opportunity

If you wish to apply for the position, please submit your application via the link below:

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Kindly note that applications will only be accepted via the above link. Applications submitted via email or any other method will not be considered.

Mandarin Investments (Proprietary) Ltd invites all Namibians who are qualified, committed, competent and appropriately skilled to apply.

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Muhammad Ali Kathree

Executive Talent Consultant           

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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Reference Number: LB 2026 10 10

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its Owner’s Team on a greenfield gold project in Namibia. Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will provide technical leadership, oversight and assurance for all electrical engineering activities across the engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning phases. Acting as the Owner’s senior electrical representative, the role will ensure that electrical systems are safely designed, procured, installed, energised and handed over to Operations in line with the project’s technical, statutory, budget and schedule requirements. The position is based at the project/engineering office in Namibia, with regular site inspections and construction oversight.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Owner’s technical oversight and review of electrical designs, specifications, calculations, load lists, single-line diagrams, protection studies and cable schedules.
• Ensure designs comply with the project design basis, Namibian legislation and international electrical standards, with a focus on constructability, operability, maintainability and safety-in-design.
• Review HV/MV/LV power distribution, substations, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, VSDs, generators, UPS, earthing and lightning protection for the process plant (crushing, milling, CIL/CIP) and non-process infrastructure.
• Coordinate electrical interfaces with process, mechanical, civil/structural and instrumentation/control disciplines, as well as grid connection and utility requirements.
• Support procurement by developing scopes of work, technical specifications and tender documentation, and participating in technical bid evaluations, vendor document reviews and factory acceptance testing.
• Oversee electrical construction and installation activities, including site inspections, review of method statements and ITPs, witnessing of testing, and close-out of defects and non-conformances.
• Support pre-commissioning, energisation, commissioning, punch-list close-out and handover of electrical systems to Operations, including review of switching plans and as-built documentation.
• Provide input into project controls, identifying electrical cost and schedule risks and supporting the technical assessment of design changes, variations and contractor claims.
• Promote a zero-harm culture, ensuring isolation, lock-out/tag-out and energisation controls are appropriately addressed.
• Challenge contractor proposals constructively to protect the Owner’s long-term interests, and mentor junior engineering and construction personnel.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognised university or tertiary institution.
• Professional registration, or eligibility for registration, with a recognised engineering body (registration or eligibility in Namibia advantageous).
• 15+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience, with substantial exposure to major mining, minerals processing, infrastructure or heavy industrial capital projects.
• Senior-level experience within an Owner’s Team, EPC/EPCM, engineering consultancy or major construction environment, across the full project lifecycle through to energisation, handover and close-out.
• Experience on greenfield gold mining projects is advantageous.
• Strong practical knowledge of HV and LV distribution systems, substations, protection coordination, power quality and the review of electrical studies and vendor documentation.
• Sound working knowledge of project controls, contract administration, change management, variations and contractor claims.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and decision-making skills, with the ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Willingness to work in a remote project/site environment.

If you wish to apply for the position, please submit your application via the link below:

Click here to apply

Kindly note that applications will only be accepted via the above link. Applications submitted via email or any other method will not be considered.

Applicants should be Namibian citizens or Permanent Residents. Non-citizen applicants will be considered only where there are no suitable Namibians applying for the roles

Mandarin Investments (Proprietary) Ltd invites all Namibians who are qualified, committed, competent and appropriately skilled to apply. 

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities

Lucia Baeza

Senior Executive Talent  Consultant         

Mining Division

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: MR0018

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced Underground Mine Superintendent to lead the safe, productive and efficient execution of underground hard-rock mining operations. Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will translate mine plans into operational execution while leading supervisors, coordinating resources and driving production and development performance. The role carries significant responsibility for underground safety, operational discipline, workforce capability and cost performance. The successful candidate will work closely with Technical Services, Maintenance and other operational functions to achieve monthly and annual production targets. Strong experience in underground hard -rock mining, operational leadership and contractor environments will be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Lead underground mining operations to safely achieve production and development targets.
• Develop and execute monthly and weekly operational plans with Technical Services.
• Coordinate labour, equipment, mine services and maintenance resources across working areas.
• Lead Supervisors and underground personnel, including workforce planning, rostering and development.
• Drive compliance with ground control, ventilation, explosives and operational management plans.
• Monitor daily performance, investigate operational constraints and implement corrective actions.
• Manage operational resources, budgets, costs and contractual performance against agreed KPIs.
• Maintain effective relationships with the client and provide accurate operational performance reporting.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Minimum 10 years' experience in underground hard-rock mining.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in frontline underground operational leadership.
• Proven experience delivering underground production and development targets safely and efficiently.
• Strong knowledge of underground mining methods, mine planning, drill and blast and ground control.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary underground mining teams and developing Supervisors.
• Experience with operational budgets, resource allocation, cost control and contract performance.
• Mining Engineering or related technical qualification and recognised supervisory/mine management qualification advantageous.
• Mining contractor, African/ex-patriate and French-language experience will be advantageous.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Full-time senior management position.
• FIFO/DIDO site-based position.
• 6 weeks on / 4 weeks off roster.
• 12-hour shifts.
• Underground hard-rock mining environment.
• Senior operational leadership position reporting directly to the Project Manager.
• Opportunity to lead a significant underground workforce and operational function.
• Further contractual and remuneration details will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Mbali-Entle Radebe

Executive Recruiter           

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: MR0017

Job Description:

A leading mining contractor is seeking an experienced Underground Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of mining projects from planning through to completion. The role will provide senior leadership across project execution, ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and to the required quality standards. The successful candidate will manage multidisciplinary teams, contractors and suppliers while maintaining accountability for project performance. This position will oversee project planning, commercial performance, contract administration, procurement, risk management and stakeholder engagement. The role will also be responsible for project controls, change management, commissioning and operational handovers. Previous experience within an underground hard-rock mining environment is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution and completion of underground mining projects in line with approved scope, schedule, budget and quality requirements.
• Develop and maintain project execution plans, budgets, schedules, risk registers and project controls.
• Provide visible leadership on health, safety, environment, training and quality across all project activities.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams, contractors and suppliers to achieve project objectives.
• Maintain accountability for project financial performance, including forecasting, cost control, expenditure and contractor claims.
• Manage contracts, procurement, variations, claims and contractor performance in accordance with project requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, issues and opportunities while implementing recovery strategies where required.
• Lead commissioning, project close-out, operational handover and stakeholder engagement activities.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Minimum 7 years' project management or project engineering experience within an underground hard-rock mining environment.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering mining projects safely, on schedule, within budget and to required quality standards.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary project teams in a mining environment.
• Strong experience in contract administration, procurement, commercial management, risk management and change control.
• Experience with ERP systems and project/business management software.
• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline is advantageous.
• Mine Manager's Certificate, PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification is advantageous.
• Previous mining contractor, African/expatriate mining experience and French language skills will be advantageous.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Full-time senior management position within a mining contractor environment.
• FIFO/DIDO position with a 6 weeks on / 4 weeks off roster.
• 12-hour working days while on site.
• Opportunity to lead major underground hard-rock mining projects from planning through to completion.
• Senior-level exposure to project commercial, operational and client management.
• Previous African mining or expatriate experience will be advantageous.
• Candidates must hold a current driver's licence.
• Additional employment terms and project-specific benefits will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Mbali-Entle Radebe

Executive Recruiter           

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Click here to apply

Reference Number: 096-1005KV

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to establish, lead and continuously enhance the Human Resources function for a mining operation in Namibia. The incumbent will develop and execute people strategies and systems that support construction, commissioning and long-term mining operations, while ensuring workforce sustainability, organisational effectiveness, legislative compliance and strong HR governance.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business and operational objectives.
• Lead workforce planning and mobilisation for construction and operational requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Namibian labour legislation, HR policies and governance requirements.
• Lead organisational design, workforce optimisation and organisational effectiveness initiatives.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies and talent pipelines for critical and scarce skills.
• Drive localisation, succession planning and skills transfer initiatives.
• Oversee learning and development, competency development and leadership programmes.
• Manage employee and industrial relations, including disciplinary, grievance and dispute-resolution processes.
• Lead engagement with employee representatives and unions and support labour negotiations.
• Develop performance management, talent management and succession planning frameworks.
• Oversee remuneration, benefits, salary reviews and workforce cost planning.
• Drive employee engagement, wellness, retention and workplace culture initiatives.
• Ensure effective governance and labour compliance across contractor workforces.
• Develop HR reporting, workforce analytics and HR systems to support management decision-making.
• Manage the HR budget and provide strategic HR advice to senior leadership.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Commerce, Law or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience within mining, exploration, construction, engineering, energy, manufacturing or another heavy industrial environment.
• Proven experience managing the full HR value chain, including workforce planning, talent acquisition, employee/industrial relations, performance management and organisational development.
• Strong knowledge of Namibian labour and employment legislation.
• Experience with workforce mobilisation, localisation and expatriate management.
• Experience working in remote and multicultural environments.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Membership of a recognised HR professional body.

If you wish to apply for the position, please submit your application via the link below:

Click here to apply

Kindly note that applications will only be accepted via the above link. Applications submitted via email or any other method will not be considered.

Mandarin Investments (Proprietary) Ltd invites all Namibians who are qualified, committed, competent and appropriately skilled to apply. 

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Kerrin van Schalkwyk

Executive Talent Consultant           

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: DGS-0024

Job Description:

Our client, a developing gold mining project in Namibia, is seeking an experienced and strategic Government and Community Liaison Manager to join their project team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading government relations, stakeholder engagement, social performance, land access, community development and regulatory liaison activities in support of the project's construction and future operational phases. The role will serve as the primary interface between the company, government authorities, traditional authorities, host communities, regulatory bodies and key external stakeholders, ensuring the project maintains strong relationships, regulatory compliance and its social licence to operate.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced stakeholder relations and community affairs professional to contribute to a major mining development project within a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with national, regional and local government authorities.
• Coordinate government engagement activities, stakeholder consultations, site visits and regulatory interactions.
• Support and facilitate permitting, approvals and regulatory compliance activities while tracking commitments associated with licences and permits.
• Obtain and manage relevant permits, approvals and authorisations required for project activities.
• Lead the development and implementation of stakeholder engagement strategies across all phases of the project.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with host communities, Traditional Authorities, Regional Councils, Constituency Offices and Communal Land Boards.
• Coordinate relocation activities and support the implementation of a Relocation Action Plan and land access requirements.
• Develop and execute community development initiatives that contribute to sustainable socio-economic development and local capacity building.
• Establish and manage stakeholder grievance mechanisms, ensuring effective resolution and reporting of community concerns.
• Monitor social, political and economic developments and proactively manage stakeholder-related risks.
• Support local employment, workforce development and community communication initiatives in collaboration with Human Resources and contractors.
• Facilitate local procurement and supplier development programmes to maximize local participation and economic benefits.
• Support ESG, sustainability and social performance initiatives in alignment with IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles, ICMM Principles and Responsible Gold Mining Principles.
• Manage contractor community performance and ensure alignment with company stakeholder engagement standards.
• Lead stakeholder engagement efforts during community-related incidents and support crisis management processes.
• Manage community affairs budgets, reporting requirements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and capability development to team members and stakeholders.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Public Administration, Political Science, Communications, Environmental Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in government relations, community engagement, stakeholder management, social performance or external affairs within mining, infrastructure, energy or large-scale development projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting mining projects through feasibility, development, construction and/or operational phases.
• Proven experience engaging government officials, Traditional Authorities, local communities and regulatory stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of Namibian legislation, government structures and stakeholder engagement frameworks.
• Experience in social risk management, grievance processes, land access, compensation and livelihood restoration programmes.
• Knowledge of IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles and international social performance frameworks.
• Experience managing community development, local content and supplier development initiatives.
• Strong project management, negotiation, conflict resolution and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience working in remote mining environments and multicultural settings.
• Driver's licence and willingness to travel extensively within Namibia.

If you wish to apply for the position, please apply via the link: Click Here

Please visit www.camining.com for more exciting opportunities.

Daniel Scholtemeyer

Executive Talent Consultant

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Mandarin Investments (Proprietary) Ltd invites all Namibians who are qualified, committed, competent and appropriately skilled to apply.

Job Description:

The Section Manager is responsible for the safe, legal, efficient and cost-effective management of a designated mining section within a deep-level hard rock underground gold mining operation. As the holder of a 2.6.1 legal appointment in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), the incumbent is accountable for ensuring that all mining activities within the section are planned, executed and controlled in compliance with legislative requirements, Company Standards, Mandatory Codes of Practice (COPs), Mining Standards and production objectives. This role provides strategic and operational leadership to deliver sustainable production, maintain safe working conditions, optimize mining costs, develop people, ensure equipment availability and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The Section Manager plays a pivotal role in building and maintaining a culture of Safety First, Operational Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, Discipline, Continuous Improvement, Employee Engagement and High Performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all mining activities within the section, ensuring safe, efficient and continuous production delivery.
• Ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act, mining regulations, COPs, standards and legal appointment requirements.
• Drive safety performance through Visible Felt Leadership, inspections, risk assessments, critical control reviews, incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Manage stoping, development, ore reserve extraction, face advance and production planning to achieve gold production and development targets.
• Oversee mining infrastructure, equipment and asset availability, including ventilation, pumping, ore passes, shafts, trackless infrastructure and maintenance effectiveness.
• Manage labour, contractors, operating and capital costs, budgets and resources to improve cost per tonne, cost per ounce and overall operational efficiency.
• Lead workforce development, performance management, succession planning, coaching, mentoring and employee engagement to build a competent, high-performing team.
• Maintain accurate production, safety, risk, labour and budget reporting while ensuring operational reliability, resource optimization, risk mitigation and business continuity.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Medical & Security: Complete occupational medical, fitness, vision, hearing and relevant screening, plus required background and security checks.
• Qualifications & Experience: Grade 12, Blasting Certificate, Mine Overseer’s Certificate, Mine Manager Certificate of Competence and valid driver’s licence; 10+ years’ underground mining experience, including 3+ years at Mine Overseer level.
• Mining Expertise: Expert in underground mining operations, production management, risk management, safety management and legal compliance; Advanced in mine planning, with strong knowledge of deep-level gold/hard-rock mining.
• Operational & Business Management: Advanced capability in cost management and asset management, with strong knowledge of production planning, mining economics, budgeting, contractor management and continuous improvement.
• Leadership Competencies: Advanced strategic and people leadership, change leadership, coaching and mentoring, decision-making, stakeholder management and business acumen.
• Legislative & Risk Management: Strong knowledge of MHSA, MPRDA, Mining Charter, labour and environmental legislation, with the ability to manage geological, operational, financial, labour and compliance risks.
• Behavioral Competencies: Expert integrity, accountability, professionalism and safety consciousness, supported by Advanced resilience, results orientation, continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Professional Leadership: Demonstrate visible safety leadership, strategic thinking, decisive decision-making, employee development, accountability and a results-driven approach while maintaining high standards of safety and operational performance.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Reporting: Reports to the Mine Manager and oversees Mine Overseers, Shift Bosses, Miners, Supervisors, production teams and contractors.
• Support: Works with Engineering, Rock Engineering, Survey, Ventilation, Geology, HR, Safety, Supply Chain, Metallurgy and Finance.
• Stakeholders: Engages with DMRE Inspectors, contractors, suppliers, organized labour, communities and technical consultants.
• Safety & Compliance: Accountable for employee safety, legal compliance, risk management, COPs, critical controls and safety performance.
• Production & Performance: Drives production, development, infrastructure, cost, equipment reliability and people KPIs.
• Reporting: Responsible for production, cost, safety, risk, compliance, labour, contractor, equipment, budget and management reports.
• Working Conditions: Includes extensive underground travel, inspections, climbing and exposure to heat, dust, noise, humidity and seismic conditions.
• Contractual Demands: Includes standby, emergency response, overtime and weekend work, with continuous legal accountability and decision-making under pressure.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Lucia Baeza at lbaeza@camining.com

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Lucia Baeza

Senior Executive Talent Consultant              

Mining Division

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Learning and development Manager (Mining / Processing operations / Human Resources / Training /

Development) – South Africa, Johannesburg

Reference Number: AR032

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced HRD Manager to lead all learning and development, talent management, succession planning, and skills development initiatives across its mining and mineral processing operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing workforce capability, ensuring regulatory compliance, fostering leadership growth, and driving organizational effectiveness to support the company's operational and strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, learning, and talent management strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead skills development, succession planning, leadership development, and workforce capability initiatives.
• Manage training programs, competency frameworks, and compliance with mining industry regulations and statutory requirements.
• Conduct training needs analyses and skills gap assessments to support operational performance.
• Oversee learnerships, apprenticeships, graduate programs, and employee development initiatives.
• Manage relationships with training providers, educational institutions, and industry stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on training effectiveness, workforce development KPIs, and compliance metrics.
• Manage HRD budgets and ensure the efficient delivery of training and development programs.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Education, Business Management, or a related field.
• Postgraduate qualification in Human Resources Development, Learning & Development, or Organizational Development advantageous.
• Minimum 8-10 years' HRD experience within mining, mineral processing, engineering, or heavy industrial environments.
• Experience managing skills development, talent management, succession planning, and leadership development programs.
• Strong knowledge of mining industry training requirements, skills development legislation, and workforce planning.
• Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, coaching, and communication skills.
• Experience managing learning management systems and training compliance reporting.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent contract.
• Based in Gauteng, Woodmead

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to arussell@camining.com.

Please visit www.camining.com for more exciting opportunities.

Angelique Russell

Senior Executive Talent Consultant – arussell@camining.com

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Jayde Harty at jharty@caglobalint.com.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Caleb Ebrahim at cebrahim@caglobalint.com.

Reference Number: 605-1609LH

Job Description:

A well-established mining operation is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead the safe, reliable and efficient operation of its processing plant.

The successful candidate will have a strong Mechanical Engineering background, extensive iron ore processing experience, and proven experience managing concentrator plants incorporating jaw and cone crushing circuits.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a highly experienced Mechanical Engineering professional with a strong track record in processing operations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the overall operation and maintenance of the processing plant.
• Manage fixed crushing plant performance, availability and reliability.
• Oversee jaw and cone crusher operations and associated plant infrastructure.
• Take responsibility for the plant’s engineering and maintenance functions.
• Drive preventative and planned maintenance strategies.
• Manage plant production, costs, safety and operational performance.
• Lead engineering, maintenance and operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, safety and environmental requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement, plant optimisation and equipment reliability.
• Manage contractors, shutdowns and major maintenance activities.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Processing-related qualifications or certifications advantageous.
• Relevant safety and first-aid training.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in the mining industry, with a combination of mechanical engineering and plant leadership roles within concentrator environments.
• Strong iron ore experience is essential.
• Well-versed in concentrator plants, jaw and cone crushers.
• Previous 2.6.1 legal appointment for a full processing plant is essential.
• Previous 3.1(a) legal appointment preferred.
• Must have held responsibility for the engineering function of a processing plant.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Currently based in South Africa and willing to relocate to the Northern Cape.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent contract.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Lucia Baeza at lbaeza@camining.com.

Please visit www.camining.com for more exciting opportunities.

Leanne Laas

Executive Lead – Talent & Client Management

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: CV 184

Job Description:

Our client, a well-established supplier of ground support and ground control solutions to the mining and infrastructure sectors, is seeking an experienced Head of Sales based in Gauteng. Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will lead the sales strategy, grow revenue and market share, and manage a team of Regional Sales Managers, Key Account Managers, and Technical Sales Representatives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the sales strategy to drive revenue growth, profitability, and market share across the mining and infrastructure sectors.
• Build executive relationships with key mining houses, and lead negotiation of major contracts, pricing, and supply agreements.
• Lead, coach, and develop the sales team, building a high-performance, customer-focused culture.
• Manage sales budgets, forecasts, pipeline, and margins, and oversee tenders and commercial proposals.
• Identify new business opportunities, and represent the business at industry forums and customer events.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies and mining regulations.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Mining, or a related field. MBA advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years' sales experience, with at least 5 years in a senior sales leadership role.
• Proven experience in mining, ground support, explosives, chemicals, or industrial consumables, with a strong record managing large strategic accounts.
• Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills. Experience with major mining houses across Southern Africa advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence, and willingness to travel to sites and regional offices.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent, senior leadership position based in Gauteng, South Africa.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

In line with our client's commitment to employment equity, suitably qualified EE candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Christo van der Ham

Operations Manager

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: 092-0901KV

Job Description:

Our client, a global leader in controlled environments and safety technologies, is seeking to appoint a Business Development Manager to promote and sell its products across the East African region. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing the company’s sales portfolio across West Africa, building strong client relationships and driving new business opportunities within the region. A key aspect of the role involves extensive travel to client sites across the region, ensuring strong engagement with customers and supporting the successful promotion, commissioning, and servicing of the client’s products.

Responsibilities:

• Proactively prospect and secure new business opportunities within the African market.
• Maintain and build strong relationships with customers, industry stakeholders and Mines Departments.
• Achieve budgeted sales targets.
• Process new sales leads, including preparing and sending quotations and following up on quotations.
• Negotiate terms and conditions of sale with clients, including payment terms, freight and currency.
• Prepare and present tenders and presentations.
• Provide excellent customer service, including advice and technical information regarding company products.
• Develop and execute the strategic plan for the East African region.
• Travel extensively for mine visits, commissioning, training, presentations, entertaining, expos and trade days.
• Ensure that refuge chambers sold are commissioned and serviced in accordance with company specifications.
• Present sales results and opportunities to Management during quarterly consultations.
• Maintain East African regional opportunities and CRM databases.
• Coordinate service and operator training with customers.
• Motivate, train and mentor agents and distributors within the region.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience selling plant and/or equipment into the mining, construction or petrochemical industries.
• Ability to present and engage with stakeholders at all organisational levels, including senior management.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to communicate technical product information.
• Demonstrated track record of achieving sales targets and managing customer accounts.
• Experience within the mining industry is highly advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new business opportunities and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively within the region.
• Willingness to comply with vaccination requirements where applicable.
• Ability to present at seminars, conferences and corporate events.
• Diploma or Degree qualification would be advantageous.

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Kerrin van Schalkwyk

Executive Talent Consultant           

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Job Description:

Our client, a well-established underground mining operation in Namibia, is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join their technical services team. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing geotechnical support to mining operations through the analysis of geotechnical data, ground control management, mine design input, and rock engineering practices. The role will play a key part in ensuring the safety, stability, and efficiency of underground mining activities while supporting continuous improvement of geotechnical standards and practices across the operation.

Responsibilities:

• Collate, analyse, and interpret data from exploration, production, and geotechnical drilling programmes.
• Conduct routine quality control testing and evaluation of underground support systems.
• Monitor excavation performance and provide recommendations to minimise dilution and geotechnical risk.
• Provide geotechnical input into mine planning, mining layouts, sequencing, and support design in accordance with rock engineering principles.
• Assist in the review and continuous improvement of Ground Control Management Plans (GCMP) and related geotechnical standards.
• Oversee and monitor the stability of surface stockpiles, waste dumps, and other civil infrastructure.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, technical documentation, presentations, and recommendations for operational and management teams.
• Provide technical coaching, training, and mentorship to Junior Engineers and technical personnel.
• Ensure compliance with mining regulations, health and safety standards, and industry best practices across all geotechnical activities.

Qualification and Skill:

• BSc Honours Degree in Geology, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strata Control Certificate is required.
• Rock Engineering Certificate or willingness to obtain certification.
• Registered Competent Person or eligibility for registration with a recognised professional body.
• Minimum 5 years of geotechnical experience within underground mining operations.
• Experience using geotechnical software including RocScience Suite (Dips, RS2, Unwedge), MAP3D, FLAC3D, IMS seismic monitoring software, or equivalent packages.
• Proficiency in mining software such as AcQuire, MineSight, Deswik, and Vulcan-Maptek.
• Valid driver's licence

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Muhammad Ali Kathree

Executive Talent Consultant           

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.