Mine Manager Jobs in Northern Cape

A fixed-term contract mine manager opportunity in the Northern Cape offers a highly experienced mining professional the chance to lead operations for a top client in the mining sector.

About the company and the work

The role is advertised through Tumaini Consulting, a recruitment and staffing agency placing people on a permanent or contract basis in the public and private sectors, including mining, engineering, finance, IT, medical, trade and technical and logistics work. Its client is described as a top client within the mining sector seeking a highly experienced mine manager. The advert is titled as a fixed-term contract, even though the listing type is shown as permanent on Careers24, so confirm the contract length with the advertiser before applying.

Role details and duties

• Lead mining operations as mine manager for a client in the mining sector.
• Apply opencast mining experience to day-to-day operational leadership.
• Work to the standards expected of a holder of a Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
• Use at least 10 years’ mining industry experience to guide teams and operations.

The advert is brief on specific duties, so confirm the mine type, team size, roster and contract terms with the advertiser when you apply. The listing states that applications close on 26 December 2026.

Requirements

• Matric.
• Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
• Degree / Diploma in Mining Engineering.
• Preferably immediately available.
• Opencast mining experience.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the mining industry.

Where to find and apply safely

This opportunity is listed on Careers24, and the Apply button on this page links to the original listing. Apply only through that original listing, and be cautious of any request for payment in exchange for a job.

Practical tips

• Lead with your Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency and mining engineering qualification.
• Show opencast experience and the scale of operations you have managed.
• State your availability clearly, as the advert says immediate availability is preferred.
• Prepare examples of safety, production and team leadership from your mining career.
• Check your contact details, because the advert says only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How the process works

Use the Apply button to reach the original Careers24 listing and follow its application instructions. The advert also asks suitable candidates to email a CV to the address given in the original listing. Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates, and if you do not hear back within 3 days, the advert asks you to consider your application unsuccessful.

Important information

This page is informational only. It summarises a third-party job advert and does not guarantee employment. Please confirm the salary in the original advert before applying: the advertised range of R150,000 to R166,667 per month is unusually high, and readers should verify pay, contract type and working arrangements with the advertiser before accepting any offer.

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