Shift Supervisor (Underground Coal) – Fixed-Term

How2Apply Talent Network
Rustenburg, North West
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Mining
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Job Description

You'll lead a crew safely through drilling, blasting and cleaning at the chrome and manganese mine near Rustenburg. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll report in Rustenburg. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

  • Do the early entry examination and make the workplace safe before the crew enters
  • Bar down loose rock and install support to the section's support standard
  • Hold a start-of-shift safety talk and deal with any unsafe condition
  • Clear the area, post guards and blast on time as the blasting certificate allows
  • Stop work when a condition is unsafe, using your right to withdraw

Must-haves

  • Certificate of fitness from the mine medical station, including heat tolerance screening where required
  • No serious safety transgressions in your record
  • Sound knowledge of your commodity's mining method and support standards
  • Able to lead a crew of 8 to 20 people in a language they understand

Nice if you have

  • Shift Supervisor certificate or Mine Overseer learning
  • First aid certificate current

What you get

  • Medical aid and mine medical station access
  • Housing or living-out allowance
  • Production bonus based on metres or square metres achieved
  • Underground allowance for every shift below surface

How to apply for this job

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Rustenburg really suit you before you apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: service record or employment history from previous mines, latest certificate of fitness plus certified copy of your ID.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 10 working days.

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How to stand out

  • Mines check your safety record with previous employers. Mention any safety awards or zero-harm periods your crew achieved.
  • Write your blasting certificate number and date of issue near the top of the CV.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationRustenburg, North West
CategoryMining
Experience7+ years
Posted1 October 2026
Closing Date1 November 2026
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