Miner General Vacancies (X12 Posts) at Sibanye-Stillwater

Miner General Vacancies (X12 Posts) at Sibanye-Stillwater – Platinum Marikana 2026

Are you an experienced underground miner with a valid Blasting Certificate looking for a permanent role with one of South Africa’s leading mining companies? Sibanye-Stillwater is recruiting 12 Miner Generals for its Platinum operations at Marikana.

This is a permanent C2 graded position responsible for the safe opening up of ore reserves through face blasting and extracting ore from underground working areas. If you have a Blasting Certificate, Grade 10 or equivalent, and 2–3 years’ mining experience, this is an excellent opportunity to join a major platinum producer.

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Job Title: Miner General Requisition Number: WPL 0072888 Reference: WPL AD0017141 Location: Operating Segment Platinum Marikana (Group Shaft: C MAR WPL K4) Type of Employment: Permanent Job Grading: C2 Number of Positions: 12 Advertised: 04 August 2026 Closing Date: 11 August 2026

About Sibanye-Stillwater

Sibanye-Stillwater is a leading international precious metals mining group with significant operations in South Africa. The company is committed to safe production, operational excellence, and the development of its people. Preference is given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan. Reasonable accommodations are made for suitably qualified persons with disabilities.

Job Purpose

The Miner is accountable for the safe opening up of ore reserves through face blasting and extracting ore from underground working areas. This includes meeting production targets by the safe blasting of underground excavations on the stoping horizon, including the development of waste and reef footprint.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Blasting Certificate
• Grade 10 or equivalent
• At least 2–3 years’ mining experience

The Appointee Should

• Hold a valid First Aid Certificate
• Be medically fit to work in the specific business area
• Have a clear security screening record

Key Responsibilities

SHERQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Risk & Quality)

• Ensure that team members adhere to PPE requirements
• Participate in required SHERQ meetings, interventions and campaigns
• Conduct accident and incident investigations and implement necessary measures to avoid re-occurrence
• Ensure compliance with mine standards and procedures
• Report all incidents and/or near-miss incidents to the relevant parties
• Liaise with safety representatives and team members
• Conduct Safe Behavioural Observations (SBOs) and Planned Task Observations (PTOs)
• Maintain and comply with SHERQ standards within the work environment
• Participate in risk assessments and take appropriate action on identified risks
• Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures

Production

• Conduct daily re-entry examinations
• Mark-off of support
• Identify the reef band and mark the face as per geological reports
• Charge up the face and conduct safe blasting
• Plan and coordinate mining activities in line with targets and objectives

Administration

• Accurately complete all required documentation and administration
• Conduct planning for leave cycles
• Achieve production targets and efficiencies
• Ensure effective utilisation of available resources (material, machinery and people)

People Management

• Provide coaching and on-the-job training to reporting staff
• Manage performance and development of reporting staff
• Ensure fair work allocation for team members
• Inspire team members towards high performance

Selection Process

• Your manager should be aware of and support your application (for internal candidates)
• Pre-screening and psychometric evaluation may form part of the selection process
• Shortlisted candidates will be requested to attend a panel interview
• Applicants who receive no response within 14 days may consider their application unsuccessful

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the official Sibanye-Stillwater recruitment channels using the reference WPL AD0017141.

HR Contact Person: Chenel Ferreira Tel: 014 571 2831

Recruitment Person: Marietta Hattingh

Internal applicants can contact the operation’s HR personnel for assistance if needed.

Why Join Sibanye-Stillwater as a Miner General?

This permanent Miner General role offers the opportunity to work in a structured mining environment with clear production and safety responsibilities. You will lead blasting and production activities on the stoping horizon while developing your team and contributing to safe, efficient ore extraction.

Sibanye-Stillwater provides a professional mining environment with strong emphasis on SHERQ compliance, people development, and operational excellence. With 12 positions available at the Marikana Platinum operations, this is a significant opportunity for experienced miners who hold a Blasting Certificate and are committed to safe production.

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Apply before 11 August 2026 and take the next step in your mining career with Sibanye-Stillwater at Marikana.

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.