About the role
Branch Manager
Location: Middelburg
Work Arrangement: Onsite
What we do at Weir
We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.
Make your impact
You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Branch Manager to take full ownership of the performance, safety, and governance of our Middelburg branch.
This role is responsible for leading the branch as a profitable, compliant, and customer‑focused operation, ensuring strong commercial results, disciplined financial control, and a high‑performance team culture.
The Branch Manager acts as the senior leader at site level and is accountable for delivering sales growth, operational excellence, and outstanding service to our customers.
What you’ll do
Branch Leadership: Lead the Middelburg branch as a profitable, compliant, and customer-focused operation, providing strong leadership and stability to a team of approximately 30–40 employees, including 5 direct reports.
Commercial & Sales Leadership: Drive revenue growth and margin targets by translating company sales strategy into clear branch-level execution plans, overseeing sales pipelines, forecasting, pricing discipline, and customer retention.
Operational Management: Manage day-to-day branch operations including sales support, stores, dispatch, and customer service, ensuring service levels and turnaround times meet customer commitments. Coordinate across functions to improve efficiency and maintain branch infrastructure.
Inventory & Stock Control: Ensure accurate stockholding and effective inventory management, including cycle counts and stock takes, balancing customer availability with working capital efficiency, and preventing stock losses or write-offs.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, manage complaints and escalations professionally, and represent Weir positively in the local market.
Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental requirements, promote safe working practices, and lead by example.
What you’ll bring
Must-haves:
Proven people management experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in mining or related industries.
Strong mining industry knowledge, especially in coal mining and mineral processing flows.
Commercial and sales acumen with responsibility for revenue and customer relationships.
Experience in stock and inventory management with strong safety and compliance leadership.
Nice-to-haves:
Established industry relationships within mining organizations and a strong regional network.
Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, from senior leaders to operational teams.
Experience working directly on mining sites or within mining operations.
Familiarity with pumps, wear parts, consumables, and services within mineral processing flows.
Why join Weir?
We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.
We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.
We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.
Benefits
Competitive pay
Career development and learning support
Access to global inclusion networks
Regional and team-specific benefits
Sharebuilder scheme
Wellness support for you and your family
Collaboration with global teams
Study support
Aplyr's read
The Weir Group excels in providing critical equipment and services to the minerals and energy sectors, attracting skilled professionals in engineering and operations.
What's promising
- •Strong global presence in the minerals and energy sectors.
- •Diverse roles offer opportunities for career growth and specialization.
- •Commitment to sustainability with roles focused on global systems management.
What to watch
- •Industry volatility could impact job stability and growth.
- •Complex global operations may lead to challenging work environments.
- •Limited public information about company culture and employee satisfaction.
Why The Weir Group
- •Focus on sustainability in engineering and operations.
- •Specialized roles in minerals, oil, and gas sectors.
- •Global reach with opportunities in diverse geographic locations.
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About The Weir Group
Weir Minerals is a global leader in the supply of equipment and services for the minerals, oil and gas, and power generation industries.
