Ivanplats is looking for a Civil Earthworks Specialist Supervisor X 1 REF:IVP-CES-001

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to   develop this “mine of the future”. Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply for the following vacancies required for the project development.

• Diploma in Construction Management or Construction Supervision Certificate
• Project Management qualification
• Preferred: Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Project coordination and contractor management
• Strong leadership and people management
• Technical report writing; problem-solving and decision-making
• Knowledge of civil engineering and earthworks, including shaft civils
• Understanding of quality management systems and SOP compliance
• Ability to read technical drawings and set out work
• Commitment to skills transfer and mentoring

• 10 years’ experience in construction with a focus on civil and earthworks
• Experience on mining projects, particularly shaft sinking
• Proven experience overseeing contractors and sub-contractors
• Preferred: Experience in vertical shaft sinking civils
• Preferred: Exposure to mining projects

• Implement and manage the safety plan in line with MHSA Sections 22 & 23 and construction regulations
• Oversee daily civil and earthworks activities, managing contractors and sub-contractors
• Develop and maintain the quality management plan and conduct quality control checks
• Ensure compliance with project SOPs and quality standards
• Manage materials, resolve technical queries, and participate in contractor progress meetings
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and skills transfer to the team
• Address discipline and IR issues effectively
• Monitor and control project expenditure and identify cost-saving initiatives
• Prepare and submit accurate progress reports
• Lead vertical shaft barrel civil practices 

The finer details:

Online applications are forwarded to www.ivanhoecommunities.com on or before the closing date. The    company will NOT consider applications received after the closing date.

Closing date: 30 August 2025

Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine and Women. Applications are only open to South African Citizens.

NB: The subject line should clearly state the complete Job title and Reference Number.

Should you not hear from the Company within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful