Vacancy: Pit Foreman
The company would like to recruit a Pit Foreman to be based at Gugulethu Colliery within the Msukaligwa Local Municipality.
SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Grade 12
3-5 years in a similar role
Excellent problem-solving skills
Valid driver’s licence
Knowledge of opencast mining management and practices
Competent A Certificate
Dewatering practices and management of pumping team experience
Opencast Blasting Certificate essential
Supervisory Certificate
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and coordinate the activities of pit operators
Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures
Conduct safety inspections and risk assessment
Plan, organise and monitor the production process to meet the production targets
Ensure optimal plant utilisation & availability
Shift line-up and hand-over
Management of pit dewatering strategies
Technical supervision
Liaise with maintenance team to ensure equipment availability
If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your CV and copies of qualifications by latest close of business 16 June 2025. No late applications will be accepted.
E-mail address: gugulethurecruitment@canyoncoal.com
If you have not heard from us within 14 days of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Canyon Coal is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to candidates meeting the requirements as per our employment equity commitments.