Shift Boss

Reporting to the relevant manager, the Shift Boss will investigate all incidents and supervise mining crew activities at a colliery operation in Steelpoort, Limpopo.

You will work alongside an experienced and supportive team in a professional setting. A safety-first, quality-driven approach underpins everything the team does. Career progression is actively supported for those who show initiative. Send your CV through today and take the first step towards this opportunity.

The operation runs structured shift rosters in line with the Mine Health and Safety Act, and adherence to all safety protocols is non-negotiable.

• Monitor ventilation, ground conditions, and environmental factors continuously to ensure a safe underground working environment.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly production and safety reports detailing achievements, incidents, and concerns.
• Assist with blasting operations including transport, handling, and charging of explosives under certified supervision.
• Collect, log, and transport geological samples to the laboratory, maintaining chain of custody and following sampling protocols.
• Operate mining equipment such as drill rigs, continuous miners, roof bolters, and loaders safely per operating procedures.
• Supervise mining crew activities to ensure production is carried out according to the mining plan within approved safety parameters.

• A Grade 12 certificate is the minimum; a relevant mining qualification or blasting certificate is essential for technical roles.
• Thorough knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations governing mining operations in South Africa.
• Physical fitness to work in demanding conditions including confined spaces, heights, and variable temperatures.
• For supervisory roles, a Mine Overseer's Certificate of Competency or Shift Boss Certificate from the relevant mining authority.
• For blasting roles, a valid blasting certificate and experience in handling and use of explosives in a mining environment.