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🥝 Head of engineering - mining

Hedz Recruitment Specialists | johannesburg, South-Africa | Posted June 26, 2026

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About the job Head of Engineering - Mining

POSITION: Head of Engineering

JOB LEVEL: E Upper ROLE OVERVIEW

This is a senior-level role (Job Grade: E Upper) , responsible for the strategic direction, governance, and operational optimisation of all engineering functions across Trackless Mobile Machinery (TMM) and Shaft & Infrastructure systems . The successful incumbent will play a pivotal role in aligning engineering practices with the broader Asset Management Strategy driving efficiency, sustainability, and innovation through the integration of best-in-class maintenance practices, automation, and performance analytics.

This complex Level 4 Stratified Systems Theory (SST) role requires a combination of strategic foresight, operational excellence, and leadership depth to deliver high-impact outcomes across a multifaceted engineering environment. Reporting at a senior management level, the role balances technical expertise with organisational leadership, while...

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