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Active Employees

975

Group Executives

The Company’s Executive team has combined mining and business experience of more than 50 years

Banzi Giyosi Chariman of the Board
  • World class expertise in contract mining, mineral exports and exploration of coal.
  • Shareholder in Providere JV holding a majority stake in the Company.
  • Holds Directorships in various companies including BG Coal, Mnotho Coal, Pioneer Drilling and Blasting, Strata Worldwide and Umsebenzi Capital.
Key Skills
  • International mining entrepreneur
  • Private Equity
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
Johan Venter Chief Executive Officer
  • Over 27 years’ experience in the coal mining industry. Currently 18 Years with the company.
  • Extensive experience in opencast and underground mining operations.
  • Led multiple mine start-ups, site establishment and operational expansions
  • Experience in managing complex mining contracts
  • Held senior leadership roles including Area Manager, General manager, Managing Director and CEO.
  • Shareholder in Providere JV holding a majority stake in the Company.
Key Skills
  • Executive Leadership and Team management
  • Business Development and Project Expansion
  • Strategic Planning and Mine Optimalisation
  • Strong Technical and Operational Expertise
Koos Reinecke Board Member
  • Over 40 years of experience in the mining industry
  • Qualified Mining Engineer with a Mine Manager’s Certificate
  • Founder of Isambane Mining, with a proven track record in building a sustainable mining services company
  • Held senior leadership roles including Production Manager, Mine Manager, Managing Director, CEO
  • Directly managed large-scale mining projects in both coal and contract mining sectors
  • Experienced in managing complex mining contracts and long-term client partnerships
Key Skills
  • Executive Leadership and Team Development
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Governance
  • Contract Mining
  • Production and Throughput Optimisation
  • Cost control and Financial Oversight
Jorrie Jordaan Director
  • Over 30 years banking and corporate finance experience, of which the last 5 have been in mining.
  • CA(SA), who plays an active role in ensuring all the Company’s projects are on a sound financial footing.
  • Previously served as co-owner and financial consultant at a Momentum franchise and earlier held the role of client portfolio executive at FNB.
Key Skills
  • Financial management
  • Corporate Finance
  • Project management
Raman Lakhoo Board Member
  • Over 40 years in financial services, spanning Former CFO and finance lead in banking, consulting, and private sector.
  • Successfully transitioned to high-impact consultancy and executive roles post-banking, serving as Group CFO of the Bothongo Group.
  • Extensive experience in liquidation, audit, and financial planning.
Key Skills
  • Strategic Finance & Reporting
  • Governance & Risk Oversight
  • Investment & Wealth Advisory

Heads of Deparment

The Group’s Management has extensive industry and business experience in the Coal Mining industry

Jozi Mthsali Head of Mining (Middelburg Complex)
  • He has 18 years Opencast Mining Experience with blasting ticket.
  • He has spent most of his career at Isambane, having previously held roles at Anglo-America.
  • He has extensive experience in starting mining operations and leading mining teams.
Key Skills
  • Operations management
  • Leadership in Opencast mining
  • Project execution
Gert de Bruyn Head of Engineering (Middelburg Complex)
  • He has 34 years Engineering Experience, of which 13 have been with Isambane.
  • He previously held various roles at large OEM’s.
  • He has extensive experience in Opencast Coal Mine engineering.
Key Skills
  • Project engineering and execution
  • Site planning
  • Technical oversight
Eben van Deventer Head of Human Resources
  • Human resources practitioner with a specialisation in industrial relations, labour litigation and systems integration.
  • Background in HR consultation across diverse industries.
  • Previously a General Manager at HR City and IR Manager at Excavo Mining.
Key Skills
  • Labour relations and compliance
  • HR strategy formulation
  • People integration in mining and logistics
Mandla Mathebula Head of Mining (Ermelo Complex)
  • Over 10 years of experience in opencast mining.
  • Began his career in the safety discipline gaining strong expertise in operational risk management and compliance.
  • Transitioned into production management after successful tenure in safety.
  • Proven track record in managing large-scale and complex mining operations
Key Skills
  • Intergraded Safety and Production Leadership.
  • Team Development and Operational Execution.
  • Stakeholder Communication and Reporting.
Reghardt Smit Head of Engineering (Ermelo Complex)
  • 20+ years’ experience in engineering roles across mining and mechanical sectors.
  • Currently Plant Manager at IPP Mining, overseeing engineering and operations.
  • Trade-tested Diesel Mechanic with strong workshop and site leadership history..
Key Skills
  • Mechanical & Plant Management
  • Maintenance & Cost Control
  • Staff Oversight & Job Planning.
Marina Louverdis Head of Training
  • Marina Louverdis has a BTech degree in Safety Management, 30 years of mining experience.
  • Working for Isambane Mining for the past 17 years, 14 years as the Safety Manager, and the past 3 years as the Training Manager.
  • Previously held various roles at Fraser Alexander.
Key Skills
  • Workforce development
  • Training program design and facilitation
  • Safety Management
Shaun Levings Head of Technical
  • Shaun is responsible for strategic planning and production reporting.
  • 34 years mining experience, of which 5 have been with Isambane.
  • Previously section manager at Block 6 Anglo American Kriel Colliery, project manager at Anglo American Shared Services.
Key Skills
  • Technical integration
  • Enterprise systems implementation
  • Operational optimisation
Rakesh Mooni Head of Safety
  • He holds a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety and a Master's degree in Business Leadership, complemented by extensive industry experience.
  • Previously held SHEQ related roles at TAU Mining consultants, US Alan Fencing, Leeuwpan coal and Exxarro.
Key Skills
  • Risk Management
  • Occupational Health and Safety Compliance
  • Safety training
Philip Venter Head of Projects
  • 49 years of experience in mining, including 37 years underground and 13 years opencast.
  • Held executive roles at Sasol, Shanduka, Glencore, Mwelase, and currently at Isambane.
  • Led large-scale mining projects from greenfield to full production across disciplines.
Key Skills
  • Mine Establishment & Project Execution
  • Engineering Leadership & Multi-disciplinary Operations
  • Team Deployment & Strategic Management