The Opportunity

We have an exciting and challenging opportunity for a suitably experienced People & Culture Manager to join our Mineral Technologies business located in Pretoria, South Africa . This is a hands-on leadership role supporting our strategy to protect current offerings and grow into adjacent markets, while uplifting leadership capability across international regions.

What We’re Looking For

• Tertiary qualifications in business, human resources or a related discipline (preferred).
• Significant experience as a P&C/HR leader within Engineering / Projects EPC/EPCM service provider organisations or process equipment supply organisations in the minerals sector.
• Ability to grow leadership behaviours and influence key stakeholders.
• Skilled in managing complex environments and addressing situations quickly and directly.
• Resilient under pressure with strong critical thinking and ambition.
• Passionate about driving performance, engagement, and growth.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives.
• Access to Downer Group benefits.
• Personalised career development and growth opportunities working with an industry-leading team.
• Safety-focused culture within a leading services organisation.
• Management support coupled with ongoing training and mentoring.
• Career-enhancing opportunity to work within an ASX-listed company.

About Energy & Utilities

Mineral Technologies, a subsidiary of Downer, is renowned as the world’s most relied upon fine mineral processing solutions provider. For more than 80 years, we have partnered with customers in mining operations to deliver innovative, cost-effective mineral processing solutions for a range of fine minerals including mineral sands and beneficiated iron ore. Our global teams operate across Australia, India, Africa, North and South America, helping customers maximise the value of their orebodies through metallurgical expertise, proprietary process equipment, and modular plant solutions.

How to Apply

To join the Downer team, please apply now via our careers portal.
Please note: Email applications will not be accepted.