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The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources develops mining and petroleum policies, manages mineral resources, and promotes sustainable extraction benefiting South Africa. The department manages mining licenses, regulates mining operations, and ensures compliance with environmental and social responsibility standards. It oversees petroleum exploration and production, manages petroleum resources, and coordinates energy security through fossil fuel management. The department promotes mining sector competitiveness, supports mining communities development, and manages mining-related environmental remediation. It coordinates with provincial governments on mining activities and manages conflict resolution in mining areas. The department plays a crucial role in resource governance, ensuring mining activities contribute to economic development while protecting environmental and community interests.
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Mineral economist, Mining engineer, Policy analyst, Compliance officer, Research officer, Environmental specialist, Administrative officer, Procurement officer Typical jobs include the following: Mineral economist, Mining engineer, Policy analyst, Compliance officer, Research officer, Environmental specialist, Administrative officer, Procurement officer
