Key Responsibilities: Operational Leadership & Production Management Manage the full mining operation, including:Overburden removal (stripping) Coal extraction and handling Load and haul activities Ensure delivery of production targets in line with business plans Optimise:Productivity and throughput Equipment utilisation Cost per tonne Legal, Safety & Compliance Act as the appointed 3.1 Mine Manager in terms of the MHSA Ensure full compliance with all statutory, legal, and regulatory requirements Drive a strong safety-first culture across all operations Oversee risk management, audits, and safety systems Maintain compliance with environmental standards and approvals Financial & Cost Management Manage operational budgets and cost control initiatives Ensure delivery of production at optimal cost efficiency Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or output Engineering & Technical Integration Work closely with the engineering function to:Ensure equipment availability and reliability Support maintenance and asset optimisation strategies Ensure alignment between:Mine planning Engineering capacity Production execution Mine Planning & Strategy Contribute to short-, medium-, and long-term mine planning Ensure production activities align with mine plans and schedules Drive efficient resource allocation across mining activities Team Leadership & People Management Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams, including:Production Engineering HSE Contractors Develop and mentor site leadership teams Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement Stakeholder & Contractor Management Manage relationships with:Contractors and service providers Regulatory bodies and authorities Local communities where relevant Ensure contractor performance aligns with operational standards and safety requirements Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile):Minimum 1015+ years experience in mining operations Significant experience within:Opencast coal mining (highly advantageous) Proven experience in a senior leadership role (e.g. Section Manager / Mine Manager) Track record of delivering production targets and cost efficiencies Strong knowledge of:Opencast mining methods and equipment Mine planning principles Safety, health, and environmental regulations Ability to manage:Large-scale mining operations Production-driven environments Multi-disciplinary teams If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.