Manager Operations UG
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This role is for a Manager Operations UG at Sibanye-Stillwater, a multinational mining and metals processing group with diverse operations, projects, and investments across five continents. The company is also a global recycler of metals and has interests in mine tailings retreatment operations. The primary purpose of this position is to manage the Mining Operations' disciplines, systems, and processes to achieve operational objectives in a safe and efficient manner, in line with legislative requirements. **What you will do** * Lead Sibanye Stillwater’s purpose, vision, and values across the Century Mine operating site. Oversee the Mining Operations' disciplines, systems, and processes, ensuring the attainment of operational objectives with a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and compliance with legislative requirements. * Lead and manage Mining Operations teams, systems, and processes, while remaining current with the latest systems, processes, and best practices, and providing relevant recommendations. * Analyze and interpret data and reports from Mining Operations, taking corrective actions as needed, and offering effective problem-solving support to the teams. * Ensure availability of all necessary resources for Mining Operations, including personnel, equipment, and materials, and oversee the operations schedule. * Report pertinent operations-related information. * Prioritize Century Mine's safety, health, and wellbeing for employees, partners, and contractors. * Implement and maintain systems to comply with the company's SHEC policy, regulatory safety, and environmental standards. * Engage actively with stakeholders such as Mines Department, DES, Landowners, Traditional owners, neighboring mines, and employees. * Develop and enable people leadership capabilities, fostering cultural diversity and inclusivity. * Ensure compliance and optimize the operating budget, both in terms of physicals and costs. * Plan and execute major projects, ensuring CEA (Cultural, Environmental, and Administrative) compliance. * Support the development and execution of Century Mine's Life of Asset Strategy. * Uphold ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance and contribute to environmental rehabilitation efforts. * Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders across the organisation and externally at all levels and cross-functionally. * Ensuring open communication channels with all relevant stakeholders. * Sourcing, contracting and negotiating with service providers. * Liaising with the necessary entities on any environmental management related requirements and alignment where applicable. * Collaborating with external service providers regarding the design and implementation of tools to enhance processes. * Managing the finances of the Division to achieve Organisational objectives. * Setting and approving budgeting parameters for the Division in line with business requirements and financial objectives. * Approving operational expenditure. * Formulating monthly and annual budgets. * Leading and driving cost saving and cash conservation initiatives. * Remaining competitive on the global cost curve for surface operations. * Approve operational expenditure. * Manage expenditure against the budget. * Report on variances from the budget and the reasons for those variances. * Actively support and meaningfully participate in the execution of the budget. * Maintain and comply with SHE standards within the work environment. * Participate in risk assessments and investigate and take appropriate action as per identified risks. * Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures. * Instil a culture of SHE leadership within the department. * Participate in regional/local bodies and decision-making forums in the process developing a business relevant external environment, that will result in the longer-term sustainability of the Division. * Design the specific Operations’ discipline structure to support the achievement of the organisational mandate. * Review and approve labour plans around operational targets. * Review and approve labour plans around operational targets. * Provide leadership and inspire team members towards high performance. * Manage performance and development of reporting staff. * Set the specific Operations’ discipline performance targets and criteria that align with organisational goals for the team. * Drive the Organisational Culture and Climate within the Business Unit to ensure achievement of organisational objectives and employee safety. * Drive a culture of Learning and Continuous Improvement within the specific Operation to ensure achievement of organisational objectives and safety. * Mentor individuals to enhance the individual`s knowledge, skills, values and attitude. * Create opportunities for development through participation and involvement in new business or technology enhancement projects for team members. * Provide coaching to team members on an ongoing basis. * Drive a culture of Transformation within the specific Operation to ensure organisational sustainability. * Actively support and meaningfully participate in the execution of the segment specific organisational development plan. This support will manifest in the targeted shift in culture as described by a valid culture assessment. * Focus on sustainability targets that will require operational ramp up according to plan. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency. * At least 7 years’ experience in a related role, of which 3 years should have been at a management level or experience in a functional/specialist area. * Medically fit to work in the specific business area. * Clear security screening record. * Advantageous: NQF 7 (Bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma) in Mining Engineering. * Valid driver’s license (if applicable). **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this Manager Operations UG position will hold a Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency. They should have at least 7 years of experience in a related role, with a minimum of 3 years at a management, functional, or specialist level. Essential attributes include being medically fit for the specific business area and having a clear security screening record. Candidates with an NQF 7 (Bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma) in Mining Engineering are preferred, and a valid driver’s license is required if applicable to the role. **Deadline** 7th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/manager-operations-ug-sibanye-stillwater-1 Source: myjobmag
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