Underground Supervisor

Become part of a respected mining operation in Cape Town, Western Cape as their next Underground Supervisor. The right person will be hands-on, organised, and easy to work with.

Honesty, reliability, and common sense go a long way in this team. You will be part of an organisation that invests in its people and its tools. Hard work and reliability are noticed and rewarded with real advancement. Do not wait — submit your details and take the next step.

• Investigate all incidents, accidents, and near misses thoroughly, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Operate mining equipment such as drill rigs, continuous miners, roof bolters, and loaders safely per operating procedures.
• Conduct daily workplace inspections before each shift to identify hazards and ensure the working area is safe.
• Collect, log, and transport geological samples to the laboratory, maintaining chain of custody and following sampling protocols.
• Monitor ventilation, ground conditions, and environmental factors continuously to ensure a safe underground working environment.

• For supervisory roles, a Mine Overseer's Certificate of Competency or Shift Boss Certificate from the relevant mining authority.
• A Grade 12 certificate is the minimum; a relevant mining qualification or blasting certificate is essential for technical roles.
• Physical fitness to work in demanding conditions including confined spaces, heights, and variable temperatures.
• For blasting roles, a valid blasting certificate and experience in handling and use of explosives in a mining environment.
• A commitment to safety and the ability to work according to strict procedures and protocols without taking shortcuts.
• Thorough knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations governing mining operations in South Africa.
• A minimum of three to five years of experience in the mining industry with specific experience in the relevant mining method.