About the position
Job Title: Contract Mine Manager
Location: Kathu, Northern Cape
Job Type: Full-Time (On-site)
Salary Range: R30,000 – R40,000 per month
To manage and coordinate all aspects of contracted security services across a mining operation. This role ensures compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and applicable legislation. Responsibilities include safeguarding personnel, assets, and infrastructure while maintaining a secure operating environment in line with mining industry standards.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee security service provider contracts and ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).
- Conduct performance reviews and implement corrective actions when required.
- Liaise with procurement and legal teams regarding contract renewals, changes, or terminations.
- Supervise daily security operations, including access control, patrolling, surveillance, and emergency response.
- Ensure optimal deployment and coverage of contractors across the site.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the mine and external stakeholders, including contractors, government entities, and law enforcement.
- Provide regular briefings to site leadership on security matters.
- Foster and maintain good relations with local communities in alignment with corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices.
- Ensure compliance with applicable mining, health & safety, and private security regulations.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for audits, inspections, and legal matters.
- Lead investigations into security breaches, theft, or violent incidents.
- Lead and guide the internal security team and ensure contractors meet required competency levels.
- Conduct training sessions and enforce SOPs.
- Manage team rosters, track performance against KPIs, and handle disciplinary processes.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
- PSIRA Grade A Certification (mandatory)
- Tertiary qualification in Security Management, Risk Management, or similar field (advantageous)
- 5–8 years of experience in security management, preferably in the mining or heavy industry sector
- Proven track record in outsourced contract management
- Sound knowledge of South African mining legislation, OHS Act, and private security regulations
- Business Purpose Firearm Competency (required)
How To Apply :
- Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Send your CV to:[Email Address Removed].com .or connect with Mischa Bornman via LinkedIn.
- Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at Hire Resolve [Email Address Removed]
- We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Desired Skills:
- Contract Mine Manager - Northern Cape
- Contract Mine Manager - Northern Cape
- Contract Mine Manager - Northern Cape
