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Miner at De Beers Group

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Job Description

We are the world’s leading diamond company – a unique, luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.

As we embark on a journey to accelerate the transformation of our business into one that is better positioned to realise the opportunities ahead of us, we welcome and encourage diverse perspectives from those individuals who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

We’ll provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions and – working together – you’ll help us realise our own ambition to be the pioneer of a new diamond world.

The Miner: Development is responsible for controlling the development mining process by the optimal utilisation of people and equipment to achieve stipulated targets in accordance with the mining plan. 

Who we are

De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future. Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.

Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group’s people, shareholders, communities and partners.

Job Industry

Mining, Quarrying, And Oil And Gas Extraction

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

he incumbent is accountable for:

  • Coordinating and monitoring development mining activities to ensure adherence to mine standards and operational targets
  • Planning activities in accordance with the mining plan and allocating resources as required
  • Coordinating shift hand over at the beginning of the shift by checking relevant documentation, the required physical mining activities and communicating tasks to team members of the development mining crew
  • Comply with requirements as per a miner’s appointment under the MHSA
  • Good written English and oral communication including public speaking in front of large groups

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • Grade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
  • Blasting Certificate for Underground Hard Rock / Equivalent qualification Experience & knowledge required:
  • Minimum 3-5 years’ underground mining experience as a Development Miner of which at least 1 year must have included the supervisory skills of planning, organising, leading and controlling

Knowledge and understanding of:

  • Underground mining practices
  • Trackless Mining in underground hard rock mine
  • Safety, Health and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to underground mining
  • Willingness and ability to work shifts, do standby duties, call-outs, and work overtime as per what the role will require

Other requirements:

  • Code B Driver’s License
  • Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground
  • The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric assessments and a clear security clearance

Application Process

Close Date

27/07/2025

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