Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering and maintenance functions to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of mining equipment and infrastructure
• Implement and manage asset care strategies to ensure compliance, availability, and performance
• Ensure all engineering practices adhere to the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and related regulations
• Hold and manage legal appointments in terms of MHSA requirements
• Oversee capital projects, plant upgrades, and engineering interventions
• Control budgets, reporting, and performance metrics for the engineering function
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety, asset performance, and innovation

Minimum Requirements:

• BEng or BSc in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) Mines and Works (Mandatory)
• Minimum 5 years experience in a coal mining environment in a senior engineering or engineering management capacity
• Sound understanding of coal processing, heavy mining equipment, and statutory engineering compliance
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities

Preferred Attributes:

• Results-driven with a strong focus on safety and operational efficiency
• Effective communicator with project and stakeholder management skills
• Exposure to reliability engineering, CMMS, and ISO systems
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure environments