Mining - Mechanical foreman/Site Manager

Mechanical Foreman / Site Manager – Mining (Drill Rig Focus)

Location: South Africa | Mining site based

Employment type: Full-time

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Foreman / Site Manager to lead mechanical and site maintenance teams on a mining operation, with a strong focus on drill rig reliability, safety, and production support.

The role

- Lead day-to-day mechanical / engineering activities on site as Foreman or Site Manager

- Own planned maintenance, breakdown response, and machine availability for drill fleets and related equipment

- Manage artisans, and technicians against safety, quality, cost, and availability

- Ensure compliance with MHSA and site standards

- Control spares and critical equipment readiness

- Coach and develop teams; drive a strong safety culture

- Coordinate with production, mining, and OEM

Minimum requirements

- Matric (Grade 12)

- Proven mining experience (underground)

- Hands-on drill rig experience (maintenance, supervision, or both) — surface or underground fleets

- Proven experience managing a mining site or section

- Medically fit for mining work (pass mine medical)

- Valid driver’s licence

- Willingness to work shifts, standby, and site-based roster as required

Advantageous

- Artisan trade (Fitter, Electrician, Millwright, or Diesel Mechanic — Red Seal / Section 13 or 26D)

- Foreman Certificate of Competence / supervisory qualification

- MHSA 2.9.2 (or similar) legal appointment experience

- OEM product training on Sandvik, Epiroc, Atlas Copco, Furukawa, or equivalent drill rigs

What we need from you

Someone who has already run a site or section, keeps drill equipment available, leads people safely, and can operate under production pressure without cutting corners on quality or compliance.

To apply

Send your CV and a short note on your drill-rig and site-management experience via LinkedIn Easy Apply / message, or email: ***email_hidden***

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.