Production Mining Superintendent (Mashonaland West)

About EPSA:

We are a global family-owned business with over 60 years in the mining, civil and earth moving industry operating in several countries throughout the world.

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team.

Position: Production Mining Superintendent

We are seeking for an experienced Production Mining Superintendent to join our team in Mashonaland West (Zimbabwe).

Operational Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily mining operations including hauling, dozing, road maintenance, and pit development.

• Execute the mine plan to achieve daily and monthly production targets.

• Allocate and optimize fleet and personnel resources to maximize productivity and minimize delays.

• Monitor operational performance indicators (e.g., production rates, equipment utilization, cycle times) and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Ensure compliance with design parameters, bench geometry, haul road standards, and pit development sequences.

• Conduct pit inspections to verify safe and effective execution of mining activities.

• Coordinate closely with maintenance to ensure equipment availability and reliability.

• Lead daily pre-start and shift handover meetings to align teams on production goals and safety requirements.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce and promote a strong safety culture across all mining crews.

• Ensure the SOP are properly implemented in daily operations

• Ensure the traffic Plan is properly implemented in Operational areas.

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with company safety standards, legal regulations, and site requirements.

• Conduct and review risk assessments and implement appropriate control measures.

• Participate in incident investigations and drive the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

• Ensure all operators are competent and trained to safely operate equipment.

Environmental Responsibilities

• Ensure mining activities comply with environmental regulations and company policies.

• Support the implementation of dust control, water management, and waste handling measures.

• Ensure proper rehabilitation and housekeeping of operational areas.

• Report and respond to environmental incidents in a timely manner.

People & Resource Management

• Supervise and lead mining supervisors, dispatch personnel, and operator crews.

• Plan and manage shift rosters, resource allocation, and crew assignments.

• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Provide on-the-job coaching, feedback, and performance management for team members.

• Collaborate with training teams to ensure skill development and competency assurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Desirable but not mandatory.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in open-pit mining or large-scale earthmoving operations, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or superintendent role or relevant experience with EPSA Group.

• Strong knowledge of drilling, blasting, loading, and hauling operations.

• Proven ability to interpret and execute mine plans and designs.

• Familiarity with mining equipment and production fleet operations.

• Solid understanding of safety and environmental regulations applicable to mining.

• Experience working in contract mining or large-scale open-pit projects.

• Knowledge of OEM procedures and fleet types (e.g., Caterpillar, Komatsu, Hitachi, Liebherr, Volvo).

• Familiarity with mine planning software, dispatch systems, or fleet management tools.

• Experience in remote or international project environments.

• Certification in supervision, operations management, or leadership training (an asset).

What we offer

• Job stability.

• Attractive salary.