AddressAbout the business
Our client is an established and highly regarded mining services organisation. They provide their clients with modern fleet and equipment solutions, load and haul services, drill and blast support as well as mechanical and heavy haulage solutions.
With over 200 major assets, an order book of over $1B comprised of long term projects (up to 5 years) and plans underway of adding owner/operator to their capability they are an organisation with a tremendous growth profile offering fantastic opportunity to their growing 500 strong workforce.
About the role
The Regional Mining Manager role is a high level position overseeing the organisations portfolio of projects across people, plant and clients. You will oversee current production as well as forecasting future production parameters.
You will ideally come from a mine engineering background and be a highly experienced “dirt person” that is currently in a multi-project mine managers role or be in a senior project manager role and ready to step up. The successful candidate will be comfortable spending the bulk of their time across multiple project sites (on a roster of their own choosing) and have the capacity to see and implement a vision, and the hunger to make an impact and influence change.
With the ability to work as a conduit between the directors, senior mine management and the project managers you will be comfortable in a client facing role with the ability to support clients but also to communicate directly and set expectations.
Qualifications & experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related field (preferred but not essential)
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in mining operations, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
- Strong business and relationship developer
- Excellent problem solver
- Strong knowledge of mining equipment, techniques, and industry best practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, costs, and financial performance.
- Commitment to safety and environmental sustainability.
- Proficiency in mining software and data analysis tools.
Tasks & responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of mining operations with a focus on production.
- Margin Improvement
- Develop and implementation of strategic plans to optimise mining processes and enhance productivity.
- Cost estimating (ideal but not essential)
- Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations.
- Ensure production budgets are met
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of mining professionals.
- Coordinate with geologists, engineers, and other stakeholders to plan and execute mining activities.
- Monitor and analyse operational performance, implementing improvements as necessary.
- Prepare and present reports on operational status, performance metrics, and project progress to senior management.
Benefits
- Outstanding remuneration package
- Excellent work life balance
- Outstanding organisational culture
- Growing organisation with a family feel
- Excellent team environment where wins are celebrated together and people are treated as the greatest asset.
