87 Mining Operations jobs in South Africa

Overview

Expert Associate Director - Mining Operations at Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

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As an Expert Associate Director you will work exclusively in our Industrial Goods sector, helping our clients from metals & mining industry transform their portfolio, while building and contributing to BCG’s intellectual capital. Your role in projects can vary from team management to team advisor. You will leverage your expertise to add insight and drive clients toward recommendations, and you will be viewed as a trusted advisor by senior clients. You will help scope and structure the work, onboard team members, and guide the team throughout the project - actively contributing to both execution and content creation that drives client value. Expert Associate Directors contribute significantly to BCG’s intellectual capital, generate interest and excitement about their expertise area, and coach and mentor others. Your role will also involve developing an external profile, building your network of industry contacts to become a recognized thought leader in mining operations sector.

• 10-15 years of experience in mining industry mainly in the operations function.
• Deep understanding of mining operation function, industry trends globally and across the Africa such as market dynamics and strategic developments
• Advising clients on operational challenges by applying your metals & mining expertise
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science from a leading undergraduate program preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in project management and leadership to provide proficiency in prioritizing and balancing multiple project demands
• Excellent analytical, and strategic thinking abilities to develop transformative solutions
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills to engage and align cross-functional teams
• Adept at relationship building and client management across various levels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Consulting experience, but not pre-requisites

BCG’s Industrial Goods practice serves four broad industrial segments: Automotive & Mobility, Engineered Products & Infrastructure, Materials & Process Industries, and Transportation & Logistics. We help companies in these sectors think beyond the limits of their traditional business models, choose where and how they should add value, and reorganize to defend themselves against new threats and explore new opportunities.

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• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing
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• Business Consulting and Services

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A leading mining organisation in the North West is seeking a skilled Section Head to manage the Underground Operations unit teams. The role involves keeping up to date with the latest mining systems, identifying operational improvement opportunities, and supervising project teams focused on underground operations enhancements and training. Candidates must hold a Mine Managers Certificate of Competency and possess a Bachelors degree or Advanced Diploma in Mining or Engineering. A minimum of 5 years experience in a related role, including 2 years in management, is required. Take charge and drive operational excellence underground.

Please note that if you do not receive a response within one week of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mining Engineer to join our team, based in South Africa or the UK. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and execution of open pit and underground mining projects, from concept through to Feasibility Studies (FS). This role offers the opportunity to contribute to global mining study work, support the Mineral Resources team in defining volumes for RPEEE reporting, and assist with business development initiatives in the mining sector

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field. Master’s degree or relevant certifications is a plus.

Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in mining engineering, with a focus on both open pit and underground operations. Experience in project design, execution, and Feasibility Studies (FS) is essential.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in mining software and strong knowledge of mining design principles, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.

Global Exposure: Experience working on international projects and collaborating with diverse teams across different regions.

Mineral Resources & Reporting: In-depth understanding of resource estimation, volume calculation, and reporting for RPEEE compliance.

Business Acumen: Ability to contribute to business development initiatives and support the growth of the organization through technical leadership and strategic planning.

Overview

A well-established mine in Limpopo has an amazing opportunity for a Mining Engineer. The appointed person will have to be able to manage all underground activities and to make sure that it is in line with the Mine Health and Safety Act. They will be responsible to make sure that all financial management of the mine activities are kept within the target and most importantly, they must be able to motivate their team.

• B. Tech / BEng / BSc Mining Engineering
• Blasting Certificate
• 5 years’ experience in an underground production mine
• 2 years’ experience as an Appointed Production Superintendent (Not Supervisor)

Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Life at Deswik

At Deswik, you'll join a stable, global company with a strong presence in South Africa. You'll enjoy hybrid working (two days WFH, three in our Roodepoort office), combined with travel to mine sites across the region. That travel gives you the chance to broaden your experience, solve diverse operational challenges, and grow your consulting expertise.

You'll be part of a collaborative team of mining engineers and software specialists who value practical solutions, not just theory.

The Work You'll Do

You'll work directly with customers to scope projects, implement solutions, and train teams on Deswik's specialised software suite. Expect variety—no two sites or customers are the same. You'll spend time on site helping operations roll out Deswik, building trusted relationships, and providing feedback to our product teams to ensure software stays relevant to real-world mining.

What You Bring

• A degree in Mining Engineering (or equivalent)
• Operational experience in underground and/or open-cut coal
• A practiced used of Deswik software (CAD, IS, Schedule)
• Able to translate operational needs into software solutions
• Clear, confident communication in English, with the ability to influence and manage customer relationships
• A willingness to travel regularly across Sub-Saharan Africa

Nice To Have
exposure to open-pit mining, other commodities, or skills in PowerBI/data analytics.

What We Offer

• Competitive consulting salary plus daily site allowances
• Annual bonus
• Hybrid working from our Roodepoort office
• Mentorship and support from experienced peers
• A collaborative culture that recognises your contribution and gives you autonomy to deliver

About Deswik
Deswik is a global mining technology leader with 460+ employees across 12 countries. Our software and consulting services are used daily by leading mining companies to plan, design, and operate mines more efficiently.

Apply now to shape smarter mine planning with Deswik.

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mining Engineer to join our team, based in South Africa or the UK. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and execution of open pit and underground mining projects, from concept through to Feasibility Studies (FS). This role offers the opportunity to contribute to global mining study work, support the Mineral Resources team in defining volumes for RPEEE reporting, and assist with business development initiatives in the mining sector

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field. Master’s degree or relevant certifications is a plus.

Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in mining engineering, with a focus on both open pit and underground operations. Experience in project design, execution, and Feasibility Studies (FS) is essential.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in mining software and strong knowledge of mining design principles, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.

Global Exposure: Experience working on international projects and collaborating with diverse teams across different regions.

Mineral Resources & Reporting: In-depth understanding of resource estimation, volume calculation, and reporting for RPEEE compliance.

Business Acumen: Ability to contribute to business development initiatives and support the growth of the organization through technical leadership and strategic planning.

Join Deswik's consulting team in Johannesburg. Use your coal mining expertise and Deswik software skills to support mine sites across Sub-Saharan Africa, while developing your consulting career with a global mining technology leader.

Life at Deswik

At Deswik, you'll join a stable, global company with a strong presence in South Africa. You'll enjoy hybrid working (two days WFH, three in our Roodepoort office), combined with travel to mine sites across the region. That travel gives you the chance to broaden your experience, solve diverse operational challenges, and grow your consulting expertise.

You'll be part of a collaborative team of mining engineers and software specialists who value practical solutions, not just theory.

The Work You'll Do

You'll work directly with customers to scope projects, implement solutions, and train teams on Deswik's specialised software suite. Expect variety—no two sites or customers are the same. You'll spend time on site helping operations roll out Deswik, building trusted relationships, and providing feedback to our product teams to ensure software stays relevant to real-world mining.

What You Bring

• A degree in Mining Engineering (or equivalent)
• Operational experience in underground and/or open-cut coal
• A practiced used of Deswik software (CAD, IS, Schedule)
• Able to translate operational needs into software solutions
• Clear, confident communication in English, with the ability to influence and manage customer relationships
• A willingness to travel regularly across Sub-Saharan Africa

Nice to have:
exposure to open-pit mining, other commodities, or skills in PowerBI/data analytics.

What We Offer

• Competitive consulting salary plus daily site allowances
• Annual bonus
• Hybrid working from our Roodepoort office
• Mentorship and support from experienced peers
• A collaborative culture that recognises your contribution and gives you autonomy to deliver

About Deswik

Deswik is a global mining technology leader with 460+ employees across 12 countries. Our software and consulting services are used daily by leading mining companies to plan, design, and operate mines more efficiently.

Apply now to shape smarter mine planning with Deswik.