Current Vacancies

Current active vacancies

Closing: 18 Sep 2026

Reference Number: REF NO: 092

Salary: R1 101 468 per annum (all-inclusive package)

Level: 12

Center: Mpumalanga Region, Witbank


Requirements
National Diploma in Mining Engineering (NQF6), Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency, plus a drivers license with minimum 3 years’ experience at a junior managerial level in mining, Knowledge of: Mine Health and Safety Act and Regulations and Legal Proceedings, Mining Engineering – Mine Equipment .e.g. winder, boilers, plants etc, Hazard identification and risk management, Public Service Staff Code, DMPR Policies, Skills: Ability to interpret and apply Mine Health and Safety Act, DMPR Policy and Staff Code, Management skills- Planning, Leading, Organising and Controlling, Report Writing Formulation, Good interpersonal relations, Analyses and interpretation of accident statistics, Be able to recommend mining engineering solutions, negotiation skill, Language proficiency, computer skills Thinking demand: Innovative thinker, Analyse situations carefully, make fair and reasonable decisions, Receptive to suggestions and ideas, Be able to stay calm and collective during difficult situations.
Duties
Coordinate, conduct and report on underground, shaft and surface audits and inspections on matters relating to ground stability, support, explosives, blasting operations and other matters relating to the Mine Safety. Coordinate, conduct report on investigations into mine related accidents contraventions and complaints as well as the analysis of mine accidents and trends to determine high risk mining operations and take appropriate action. Coordinate and serve on any necessary board of examiners. Coordinate the Investigation, consultation and provision of input on mine closure, prospecting rights, mining rights and permits, EMP’s, and township development. Provide managerial activities.
Additional Notes
Indian /Coloured or white female are encouraged to apply | https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za
Enquiries

Ms N Gogela at 072 226 6808

Closing: 18 Sep 2026

Reference Number: REF NO: 093

Salary: R1 101 468 per annum

Level: 12

Center: Northern Cape Region, Kimberley


Requirements
National Diploma in Mining Engineering (NQF6), Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency, plus a drivers license with minimum 3 years’ experience at a junior managerial level in mining, Knowledge of: Mine Health and Safety Act and Regulations and Legal Proceedings, Mining Engineering – Mine Equipment .e.g. winder, boilers, plants etc, Hazard identification and risk management, Public Service Staff Code, DMPR Policies, Skills: Ability to interpret and apply Mine Health and Safety Act, DMPR Policy and Staff Code, Management skills- Planning, Leading, Organising and Controlling, Report Writing Formulation, Good interpersonal relations, Analyses and interpretation of accident statistics, Be able to recommend mining engineering solutions, negotiation skill, Language proficiency, computer skills Thinking demand: Innovative thinker, Analyse situations carefully, make fair and reasonable decisions, Receptive to suggestions and ideas, Be able to stay calm and collective during difficult situations.
Duties
Coordinate, conduct and report on underground, shaft and surface audits and inspections on matters relating to ground stability, support, explosives, blasting operations and other matters relating to the Mine Safety. Coordinate, conduct report on investigations into mine related accidents contraventions and complaints as well as the analysis of mine accidents and trends to determine high risk mining operations and take appropriate action. Coordinate and serve on any necessary board of examiners. Coordinate the Investigation, consultation and provision of input on mine closure, prospecting rights, mining rights and permits, EMP’s, and township development. Provide managerial activities.
Additional Notes
Indian /Coloured or white female are encouraged to apply. | https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za
Enquiries

Mr. T Mateta at 082 459 2778

Closing: 18 Sep 2026

Reference Number: REF NO: 094

Salary: R1 101 468 per annum

Level: 12

Center: Free State Region, Welkom


Requirements
National Diploma in Mining Engineering (NQF6), Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency, plus a drivers license with minimum 3 years’ experience at a junior managerial level in mining, Knowledge of: Mine Health and Safety Act and Regulations and Legal Proceedings, Mining Engineering – Mine Equipment .e.g. winder, boilers, plants etc, Hazard identification and risk management, Public Service Staff Code, DMPR Policies, Skills: Ability to interpret and apply Mine Health and Safety Act, DMPR Policy and Staff Code, Management skills- Planning, Leading, Organising and Controlling, Report Writing Formulation, Good interpersonal relations, Analyses and interpretation of accident statistics, Be able to recommend mining engineering solutions, negotiation skill, Language proficiency, computer skills Thinking demand: Innovative thinker, Analyse situations carefully, make fair and reasonable decisions, Receptive to suggestions and ideas, Be able to stay calm and collective during difficult situations.
Duties
Coordinate, conduct and report on underground, shaft and surface audits and inspections on matters relating to ground stability, support, explosives, blasting operations and other matters relating to the Mine Safety. Coordinate, conduct report on investigations into mine related accidents contraventions and complaints as well as the analysis of mine accidents and trends to determine high risk mining operations and take appropriate action. Coordinate and serve on any necessary board of examiners. Coordinate the Investigation, consultation and provision of input on mine closure, prospecting rights, mining rights and permits, EMP’s, and township development. Provide managerial activities.
Additional Notes
Indian /Coloured or white female are encouraged to apply. | https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za
Enquiries

Mr P Nyaqcela at 082 459 2783

Closing: 18 Sep 2026

Reference Number: REF NO: 095

Salary: R932 292 per annum

Level: 11

Center: Gauteng Region, Braamfontein


Requirements
A National Diploma in Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering (NQF 6) PLUS Certificate of Competency for Mechanical / Electrical Engineering (Mines) with minimum of 3 years’ experience in mining and a valid driver’s licence, Knowledge of: Mine Health and Safety Act and Regulations and Legal Proceedings. Mining Engineering- Mine Equipment e.g. Winder, Boilers, Plants. Hazard and Risk management. Public Service Staff Code. DMPR Policies. Skills: Ability to interpret and apply Mine Health and Safety Act. DMPR Policies and staff codes. Management, Planning, Leading, Organisational and Controlling skills. Report writing and formulation. Good interpersonal relations. Be able to recommend mining engineering solutions. Negotiation skills. Language proficiency. Computer skills, Thinking Demand: innovative thinker. Analyse situations carefully, make fair and reasonable decision. Receptive to suggestion and ideas. Be able to stay calm and collective during difficult situations. Dynamic personality.
Duties
Conduct and report on underground, shaft and surface audits and inspection on plants, structure, track bound trackless mining equipment and electrical distribution systems and take the necessary enforcement action where necessary. Investigate and report on mine related accident, contraventions and complaints as well as the analyse mine accidents and trends to determine high risk mining operations and take appropriate action. Test and license and report thereon, of equipment on mines i.e., winders, lifts, chairlifts, boilers and conduct statutory inspections. Serve on any necessary boards of examiners. Investigate, consult and provide of input on mines closure, prospecting rights, mining rights and permits, EMP’s, and township development. Provide inputs to regional reports, revision of machinery regulations, guideline and standard; and applications of exemptions, permission and approvals.
Additional Notes
Indian, Coloured or White female are encouraged to apply | https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za
Enquiries

Mr. MN Madubane Tel No: (011) 358 9776

Closing: 18 Sep 2026

Reference Number: REF NO: 096

Salary: R237 453 per annum

Level: 05

Center: Springbok, Kimberley


Requirements
A Grade 12 (NQF4) with a Grade C PSIRA Certificate, 1 year experience as a Security Guard and a Drivers Licence, Knowledge of: Security legislation, 119 policies and, Procedures, Access control procedures, Safety precautions, Security registers, Skills: Problem solving skills, Communication skills (verbal and written), Thinking demand: Innovative and Pro-active thinking, Analytical mind.
Duties
Execute access control and monitor movements within and between buildings. Conduct routine inspections and security rounds. Prevention of unauthorised removal of departmental assets. Respond to alarm activations and security incidents. Operate Control Room Security Equipment. Support Ministerial and departmental events.
Additional Notes
Indian /Coloured or white female are encouraged to apply | https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za
Enquiries

Mr Tshimangadzo Netshisaulu at 078 422 4983

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