About the Role
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy is seeking a dedicated Principal Inspector to join their team in Cape Town, Western Cape. This vital role is positioned at the heart of ensuring mine health and safety across the region. As a Principal Inspector, you will be responsible for managing the Mine Health and Safety Directorate, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Your contributions will directly impact the safety of miners and the sustainability of mining operations, making a significant difference in the community and the public service sector.
In this position, you will be overseeing crucial audits and inspections related to underground, shaft, and surface mining operations. Your insights and leadership will help mitigate risks associated with mine-related accidents and diseases, which is critical in safeguarding the health and well-being of all workers in the industry. The role not only demands technical expertise but also a genuine passion for improving safety standards and fostering a culture of safety within the mining sector.
About the Department
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy is dedicated to promoting a safe and sustainable mining environment in South Africa. The department’s mandate includes the regulation of mining activities, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and overseeing the management of mineral resources. Working here means being part of an essential mission to safeguard the lives of workers and the integrity of the environment while supporting the country’s economic growth through responsible resource management.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the Mine Health and Safety Directorate, ensuring effective oversight of mining operations.
- Conduct and report on all audits and inspections related to mine safety, equipment, and occupational hygiene.
- Oversee investigations into mine-related accidents, diseases, and compliance issues.
- Ensure testing and licensing of mining equipment, including lifts and boilers, and conduct necessary statutory inspections.
- Facilitate the holding of board examinations as required for mine safety compliance.
What You’ll Need
- A Bachelor’s Degree, Advanced Diploma, or B Tech in Mining Engineering or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (NQF 7).
- A Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency or equivalent engineering certificate for mines.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior or middle management role within the mining sector.
- A valid driver’s license and a comprehensive understanding of mining regulations and operational practices.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, along with the ability to handle conflicts and adapt to changing environments.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Bachelor Degree / Advanced Diploma / B Tech in Mining Engineering / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering (NQF 7) PLUS Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency or certificate of competency for Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Mines) with minimum of 5 years’ experience in senior/middle management level in mining and a valid driver’s licence, Knowledge of: Practical and theoretical knowledge of mining.Legal knowledge.
Departmental Directives.
Public Service Act and Regulations.
Personnel Code Directives.
Skills: Good interpersonal relations.
Communication verbal and oral.
Organisational ability control, interpretation and application of legal matters 71 and policies.
Teamwork.
Training.
Negotiating.
Adaptability.
Conflict handling.
Computer literacy.
Loyalty towards work.
Innovative thinker.
Dedication Thinking Demand: Receptive to suggestions and ideas.
Quality control.
Compliance with rules and regulations.
Discipline, work ethics, financial control.
Self-confidence and acceptability.
Tactfulness.
Organisational ability, intolerance to waste-money, time honesty.
Job Duties
Manage the Mine Health and Safety Directorate.Ensure the conducting of and reporting on all underground, shaft and surface audits and inspections on matters relating to mine safety, mine equipment, occupational hygiene and medicine.
Ensuring the conducting of and reporting on of all investigations into mine related accidents and diseases, contraventions and complaints.
Ensure the conducting, testing and licensing of equipment on mines i.
e.
winders lifts, chairlifts, boilers and conduct statutory inspections.
Ensure holding of any necessary board of examiners.
