Location: Nkomati, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Afrimat Nkomati Anthracite, located 50 km from Malelane, Mpumalanga has vacancies for a: Opencast Manager
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor's Degree / National Diploma in Mining Engineering or related field.
Min of an opencast blasting certificate - NHD and managers certificate holders will enjoy preference
Min of 10 years supervisory experience in an opencast coal mine in South Africa
Proven abilities to handle multi-cultural teams in a fast-paced production environment
Prior experience in dealing with the DMPR
In-depth understanding of mining legislation, safety standards, and environmental compliance requirements
Robust problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities
Candidates must be medically fit to perform duties in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act.
Duties And Responsibilities (not Limited To)
Legal and operational control of all opencast operations.
Develop and implement production plans, short-, medium-, and long-term mining strategies, and operational budgets.
Ensure compliance with mining legislation, health,



safety, and environmental regulations.
Lead the mine planning, geology, engineering, and maintenance teams to achieve production and cost objectives.
Oversee the implementation and adherence to mine standards, procedures, and best practices.
Conduct regular performance reviews, safety audits, and operational inspections.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety, productivity, and cost efficiency.
Manage mine resources, equipment utilization, and manpower to optimize output.
Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders, contractors, and external authorities.
Ensure accurate reporting on production, costs, safety, and compliance metrics
Uphold strong safety leadership and promote a zero-harm culture across the mining operation.
The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.
Closing Date: 15 October ****
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