GCC Engineer

Location: Rustenburg, North West - RSA

Closing Date: September 17, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the legally appointed Engineer in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Ensure full compliance with all statutory engineering requirements and regulations.
• Manage and maintain engineering systems, infrastructure, plants, mobile equipment, and associated assets.
• Develop and implement robust engineering maintenance strategies to maximize equipment availability and reliability.
• Oversee comprehensive preventative and planned maintenance programs.
• Lead engineering teams and contractors to successfully achieve safety, production, and maintenance targets.
• Drive effective management of engineering budgets and implement cost-control measures.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and incident investigations, ensuring effective corrective actions are implemented.
• Ensure strict compliance with SHEQ standards and champion continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor equipment performance continuously to drive operational excellence.
• Provide valuable assistance with capital projects, feasibility studies, and engineering enhancements.
• Liaise closely with operational departments to ensure seamless engineering support aligned with production goals.
• Ensure all legal inspections, audits, and reports are completed accurately and on time.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric qualification.
• BEng/BSc Engineering Degree, National Diploma in Engineering, or an equivalent qualification.
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) for Mines and Works (Essential).
• Minimum of 5 years of mining engineering experience in a legal appointment role.
• Proven experience within open-pit mining operations will be highly advantageous.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Mine Health and Safety Act and applicable engineering regulations.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, and people management skills.
• Demonstrated experience in managing engineering contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems.
• Valid driver’s license.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and decisive problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• High level of professional integrity and personal accountability.
• Ability to perform exceptionally under pressure within a fast-paced mining environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Sound financial acumen and business sense.
• Uncompromising commitment to safety and operational excellence.