Engineering Manager, Mining Industry

SUMMARY OF EXECUTIVE OPPORTUNITY:  

As a technically grounded MHSA 2.13.1 appointee, the Engineering Manager plays a pivotal role in stabilising and optimising the mine’s engineering and plant operations. Operating in a lean but highly experienced environment, this role is central to ensuring plant availability, reliability, and day-to-day continuity. With a strong focus on uptime and operational efficiency, the Engineering Manager delivers engineering stability and drives ongoing performance across the plant. 

KEY EXECUTIVE ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:  

• Minimum 10 years’ post-qualification experience in hard rock, open-pit mining, with an integrated processing plant, preferably involving complex ore bodies  

• Proven ability to foster integrated operations and ensure consistent, high-quality production delivery 

• Demonstrated success in managing engineering budgets exceeding R50 million, delivering cost-efficient outcomes without compromising performance  

• Experienced in leading engineering teams of 40+, while driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve integrated operational outcomes  

• Exposure to fluorspar or related commodities (phosphate, iron ore, manganese, chrome, base metals) advantageous  

• An emotionally intelligent leader who drives change with calm authority and navigates legacy environments with maturity and sensitivity  

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• An Engineer with Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent recognised qualification) 

• Relevant NQF level 7 qualification 

• Membership of relevant Professional Body and/ or Government Competency Certificate (GCC)  

• Holder of the 2.13.1 appointment under Mine Health and Safety Act for the areas of responsibility as described 

Send your details in confidence to: mary.varughese@amropwoodburnmann.co.za  

Note: Amrop Woodburn Mann will verify the qualifications of candidates prior to final client interview. Should you be interviewed by Amrop Woodburn Mann you will be asked to sign a consent form to permit us to verify your qualifications. Scanned copies of your degrees and diplomas may be asked for and can be sent to us when sending us your educational and career details.