Mine Overseer UG

Job Title: Mine Overseer UG (Roadbuilding & Water Pumping) – D2

Company: Seriti – Khutala Colliery

Location: Mpumalanga

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Market Related

Reference: KHT017/26GS

Closing Date: 12 February 2026


Job Overview

Seriti is inviting internal and external applications for the position of Underground Mine Overseer (Roadbuilding & Water Pumping) at Khutala Colliery in Mpumalanga. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing underground operations with a strong focus on safety, production, and compliance with legal and operational standards.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage employees to achieve safety, health, environmental, production, and planning targets

  • Take legal responsibility for safety in all activities under assigned control

  • Oversee daily underground operations, including safety, production, and cost control

  • Plan short- and medium-term activities to meet production targets

  • Ensure all legal, operational policies, procedures, and standards are implemented and followed

  • Communicate effectively with operational managers to support the mining value chain

  • Achieve production targets while strictly adhering to maintenance and production schedules


Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 (Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy and English – NQF Level 4)

  • Further Education and Training Certificate in Mining Operations

  • Mine Overseer Certificate (MOC) for Fiery Mines

  • Underground Blasting Certificate or Rock Breaking qualification for Fiery Mines

  • Completed Mine Overseer Certificate (MOC) or Mining Intern Programme

  • Minimum of 4 years’ experience as an appointed underground Shiftboss

  • Completed at least 1,000 underground risk shifts

  • Strong knowledge of underground operations, safety systems, and mining regulations

  • Good managerial, supervisory, analytical, and communication skills

  • Computer literacy (MS Office)

  • Valid driver’s license

  • Medically fit or able to obtain a Certificate of Fitness


Advantageous Qualifications

  • Degree or Diploma in Coal Mining Engineering (BSc, BTech, Advanced Diploma, or National Diploma)

  • Mine Manager Certificate (MMC) for Fiery Mines

  • Safety courses (S2 ORMP)

  • Acting experience as an Underground Mine Overseer

  • ECSA registration

  • Coaching and mentoring training

  • Experience in roadbuilding, water pumping, and outbye support activities


How to Apply

Applicants must submit a PDF CV together with certified copies (certified within the last 3 months) of the following:

  • South African ID

  • Valid driver’s license

  • Relevant qualifications

Applications must be submitted using Google Chrome to ensure documents upload correctly.


Additional Information

  • Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity requirements

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

  • If you do not receive feedback within 30 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful


Disclaimer

This job opportunity is shared for informational purposes only. Applicants should confirm all details directly with the employer before applying.

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