Mining Lead - Risk Consulting

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Mining Lead - Risk Consulting

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Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join the Risk Consulting department at Marsh. This role will be based in Sandton, hybrid and has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

We are seeking a hands-on, commercially minded Mining Lead with a strong mining engineering pedigree to drive value for mining clients across Africa through innovative risk management and engineering consulting. The successful candidate will be a technical “heavy hitter” in mining engineering who can shift client conversations from transactional surveys to value-adding consulting engagements, expand PRC penetration into the broking mining client base, lead a team to deliver revenue and NOI targets, and raise the visibility of our capabilities across mining networks and forums.

We will count on you to:

Client value creation and delivery

• Lead high-value consulting engineering engagements for mining clients that move beyond transactional surveys to risk-informed, strategic solutions that support clients’ operational and business objectives.

• Design and deliver survey and consulting scopes that clearly articulate client value (risk reduction, operational resilience, capital prioritization, insurance optimisation).

• Translate technical findings into actionable commercial recommendations for clients and broking partners.

Business development & growth

• Drive adoption of PRC and other Risk Consulting services within the broking mining client base.

• Identify, pursue and convert new and expanded opportunities with existing clients and prospects across the mining sector.

• Create market visibility through presentations, participation in industry forums, technical papers, and targeted client workshops.

Leadership, people & capability building

• Lead, mentor and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers and early-career consultants; foster transfer of technical skills and consulting best practices.

• Set clear objectives and accountability for revenue, NOI and utilisation; monitor performance and course-correct as needed.

• Create scalable ways of working, standard methodologies, templates and knowledge products to elevate quality and consistency.

Collaboration & cross-functional working

• Work closely with the Mining Industry Leader, Client Service teams, broking teams, strategy consultants and Marsh’s global mining community to leverage expertise, co-sell services and deliver integrated solutions.

• Act as the primary technical escalation point for complex client issues and ensure seamless delivery between consulting and broking functions.

• Participate in global mining community initiatives and collaborate on cross-border projects.

Thought leadership & external engagement

• Represent Marsh at mining conferences, technical forums and client events; publish thought leadership that highlights innovative risk management approaches.

• Build relationships with key technical influencers, insurers, reinsurers and industry associations to enhance Marsh’s reputation and create referral pathways.

Commercial & operational accountability

• Own revenue and NOI targets for assigned territory and service lines; prepare accurate forecasts and manage pipeline.

• Ensure efficient project delivery, margin management, and high client satisfaction.

• Maintain rigorous risk management and quality assurance on all technical outputs.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related engineering discipline (required).

• Minimum 10 years’ professional experience in mining engineering; significant time in operational/technical roles.

• Proven track record in consulting, technical project delivery or operational leadership on large-scale mining operations.

• Postgraduate qualification in business, management or related field is advantageous.

• Experience in insurance, risk management, PRC-style surveys or working with brokers/insurers is highly advantageous.

• Demonstrable experience leading teams, coaching junior staff and delivering commercial results.

Technical skills & competencies:

• Deep technical expertise in mine engineering practices, risk assessment methodologies, site survey execution and technical reporting.

• Strong commercial acumen: ability to build scopes, price consulting work, and manage margins.

• Excellent client-facing skills: consultative selling, negotiating, and relationship management.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication; ability to translate complex technical issues into concise business recommendations.

• Proven ability to develop and implement technical standards, templates and best-practice processes.

Behavioural competencies / personal attributes:

• Senior technical credibility and presence.

• Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach.

• Collaborative team leader who builds trust, empowers others and drives accountability.

• Resilient, adaptable and comfortable working in diverse geographies and challenging field environments.

• High integrity, professional ethics and client-first mindset.

Travel & working conditions:

• Regular travel across South Africa and occasional international travel; extended site visits required periodically.

• Fieldwork in operational mining environments as required.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.

• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.

• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.