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Section Manager Load and Haul


Job Location:

Kathu - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 8 October 2026 (17 days ago)
Application Deadline: 5 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

As Section Manager Load & Haul your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety Health and Environment:

  • Maintain safety and health principles by following operational risk management rules taking personal responsibility and fostering a safe workplace culture. Ensure compliance with all legal environmental occupational health safety and risk management standards and best practices.
  • Active participation in VFLs and relevant Risk Assessments and closing out of Safety Actions.

Mining Operations:

  • Execute weekly and monthly plans to achieve quality and volume requirements.
  • Maintain resource and equipment utilisation and financial requirements.
  • Implement and oversee the prescribed guidelines and legislation for the mining value chain.

Budget and Cost Control Management:

  • Assist with the compilation of the annual budget.
  • Monitor spending and allocation of expenses to ensure appropriate reporting and cash flow management.
  • Ensure sound financial practices per the approved budget for effective cost control and savings.

People Management:

  • Optimise human resources so that the section delivers maximum output by embedding work ethics
  • Assess the training needs of the Section against the defined skill requirements and develop and implement a training plan within authority limits.

Stakeholder Relationship Management:

  • Build manage and maintain healthy stakeholder relations to achieve organisational goals.
  • Provide relevant support and input and ensure continuous customer satisfaction by producing and delivering on required volumes and production targets.

Improvement Initiatives:

  • Manage mine operations and processes safely efficiently and cost-effectively to meet short-term and longterm production and project objectives
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and asset optimisation initiatives for mining processes to optimize operational and production activities.

Environment Management:

  • Ensure compliance with all legislative regulations to maintain a risk-free environment and implement measures.
  • Identify improvement measures and solutions to eliminate the reoccurrence of incidents and pollution to ensure that mine waste materials are not hazardous to the environment and its surroundings.

This role is in Mining (MIN) department on a Band 6 (D-Upper) level reporting to the Manager Mining.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            


Qualifications :

Qualifications

  • Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate NQF Level 4) or equivalent SAQA-recognised qualification
  • Relevant Degree in . Mining/BSc Mining (NQF7)
  • An Honours degree will be advantageous
  • Mining Managers Certificate of Competence
  • A3 Safety Certificate
  • Open Cast Blasting Certificate (when applicable) is preferred
  • SA Drivers licence

Technical Knowledge

  • Extensive Operational and Dispatch Technical knowledge with 6-8 years of experience in any mining value chain process including 3 years of supervisory experience.
  • Advanced Computer Literacy MS Office Suite.
  • Proficient in problem-solving abilities demonstrating expertise in geotechnical and Rock Engineering with the capacity to address and resolve complex challenges in mining environments.
  • Possesses a comprehensive understanding of surface mining operations including knowledge of extraction methods material handling and environmental considerations.
  • Skilled in equipment management showcasing the ability to oversee and optimise mining equipment use ensuring operation efficiency and safety.
  • Demonstrates expertise in process optimisation employing advanced techniques to enhance mining processes improve resource utilisation and achieve operational excellence.
  • Proficient in Mining Technical and mine planning showcasing a deep understanding of their functionality and application contributing to strategic decision-making and efficient resource allocation.
  • Adheres to compliance with company policies and procedures ensuring a comprehensive understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines governing mining operations.

Additional Information :

Who we are

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve peoples lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a days work. To make that happen we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that were also continually investing in new technologies from drones to data analytics that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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