Engineering Servies Foreman

Listing reference: tship_000059
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 19 June 2026
Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: Mechanical Engineering
Location: Kathu
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Tshipi é Ntle Manganese Mining is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Engineering Services Foreman to join our dynamic Engineering team. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader with extensive mechanical and engineering services experience to drive operational reliability, safety, and service excellence across the mine. Reporting to the General Engineering Superintendent – Mining, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading the Engineering Services Section, ensuring the availability, reliability, and optimal performance of mining support equipment, utilities, infrastructure, and associated engineering services.
Job description

·        Lead and supervise the Engineering Services team and associated business partners.

·        Ensure maximum availability and reliability of all Light Duty Vehicles (LDVs), Trackless Mobile Machinery (TMMs), generators, and ancillary equipment.

·        Oversee the maintenance and sustainable supply of potable water across the mine.

·        Manage sewage reticulation systems, buildings, offices, change houses, laundry facilities, and related infrastructure.

·        Develop, implement, and monitor engineering maintenance plans and schedules aligned with operational requirements.

·        Manage engineering services budgets, expenditure, and cost-control initiatives.

·        Identify, assess, and mitigate operational and maintenance risks.

·        Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and maintenance practices.

·        Ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and all relevant statutory requirements.

·        Foster a high-performance, safety-focused culture through visible leadership and effective people management.

 

Minimum requirements

 

  •         Grade 12 (Matric)
  •         N4 Certificate in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  •         Diesel Mechanic Trade Test Certificate
  •         Accredited Supervisory Certificate
  •         Valid South African Driver’s License
  •         Minimum of 5 years' experience in an Engineering Services Supervisor or Foreman role within the mining industry.

 

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