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Musina - South Africa

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 28 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Shift Boss: Mining is accountable for the coordination of all relevant mining activities as set out in the mining plan.

This person is accountable for:

  • Coordinating and monitoring mining activities to ensure adherence to mine standards and operational targets.
  • Supervision and operational control of underground crusher chambers apron feeders conveyor belts and shafts loading stations.
  • Supervising and coordination of ground handling activities in order to achieve daily weekly and monthly production targets
  • Planning of all mining activities in accordance with mining and other schedules and allocating resources as required.
  • Coordinating shift hand over by checking relevant documentation the required physical mining activities and available resources and communicating these to team members of the relevant mining crew.
  • Performing identified administrative duties according to legal and procedural requirements.
  • This position requires the incumbent to live in Musina / Blouberg and travel to Venetia Mine for work purposes.

Qualifications :

Formal qualifications:

  • Grade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
  • Blasting Certificate for Underground Hard Rock / Equivalent Qualification
  • Underground Shift Boss certificate
  • A Supervisory qualification would be advantageous
  • Code B Drivers License
  • Required classification as per VTS testing for specific role Orange
  • Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground
  • Computer Literacy

Role-specific knowledge:

  • Minimum of 5 years underground mining experience of which at least 2 years must have been as a Shift Supervisor 

In-depth knowledge and experience of:

  • Underground mining practices and related operations environment
  • Safety Health and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to underground mining
  • Underground ground handling systems boxfronts chutes crushers conveyor belts apron feeders
  • Blasting below engineering infrastructure
  • Roadway maintenance 

Safety:

  • Knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
  • Provide a role model in safety by consistently demonstrating required behaviours and championing safety values.

Additional Information :

Who we are

De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future.

Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for natures most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world.
But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds and our business to make life brilliant for our people our customers and the world around us.

Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe sustainable future for De Beers Groups people shareholders communities and partners.

How to apply

  • For all internal applicants you are required to complete an internal application form attach detailed CV and qualifications. This form must be accompanied with a signature from your immediate line manager and Head of Department failure to do so would render your application invalid
  • Preference will be given to Venetia employees who meet the criteria

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety health and well-being of our colleagues at work and at home and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others actions work collaboratively and always show care and respect.

Background Checks

By applying for this job you provide consent that your personal details including your fingerprints can be used to conduct background screening where appropriate.

Privacy Statement

De Beers Group collects and processes personal data in accordance with the relevant regulations.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who
they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.

Closing Date: 24 October 2025

Should you not have heard from the HR Department four weeks after the closing date kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

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Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time

The Shift Boss: Mining is accountable for the coordination of all relevant mining activities as set out in the mining plan.This person is accountable for:Coordinating and monitoring mining activities to ensure adherence to mine standards and operational targets.Supervision and operational control of...
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Key Skills

  • Quality Analysis
  • Facility
  • ISO
  • Inventory Levels
  • Root cause Analysis
  • Shift operations
  • General Maintenance
  • Daily Operations
  • Supervision
  • Analysis
  • PLC
  • Safety Standards
  • Quality Standards
  • Time management skills
  • Troubleshooting

About Company

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Element Six, part of De Beers Group, is a global leader in the design, development and production of synthetic diamond and tungsten carbide supermaterials. With research and development facilities and manufacturing sites in the UK, Ireland, Germany, South Africa and the US, we have b ... View more

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