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Job description:

PURPOSE

The Coordinator, Production – Load and Haul will be responsible for managing and execution of mining operations to meet safety, quality, volume and cost targets on a shift/Crew).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.Assist in managing budget for the Load and Haul Section. This include collaborating on budget development, monitoring and analyzing statistical and financial reports.Managing and Coordinating production equipment and personnel in the crew/shiftManaging and Coordinating the crew i.e. Personnel motivation, discipline and career growth/ development.Ensuring there is high standard of Safety Compliance to regulations, policies, laws and company procedures.Provides leadership and encourages performance in the team.Communicates routinely and effectively with the Mine Captains, Shift Boss and other supervisory personnel in the crew as and when required.Tracking or analysis of equipment to ensure there is optimum usage and advise subordinates in the pit where there is found to be excessive under/over utilization of equipment.Any duties as required by Management

QUALIFICATIONS

Grade 12 CertificateDiploma or Degree in Mining/Mineral Science or any related or equivalent mining qualificationValid Blasting LicenceFirst Aid CertificateDriver’s Licence

EXPERIENCE

10 years’ relevant experience in open pit mining is required, of which 3 years’ should be at a supervisory levelComfortable working with machines, and mechanically adeptKnowledge of mining rules and regulationsProven track record of supervising and managing peopleA team player and have the ability to work under intense pressureExcellent analytical and communication skills

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