MES is currently looking for an experienced Open Pit Mining Manager for an approximate 6-month contract with potential for a permanent position commencing in January 2020 in an overseas operation.
Skills and experience
Degree qualification in mining engineering
Outstanding leadership ability and proven capacity to deliver safe and high-performance outcomes
Extensive experience in open cut, metalliferous mining operations with an owner miner fleet
A proven safety performer leading a large department, strong risk-based management skills and knowledge
Recent experience as a Mining Manager or considerable experience at Superintendent level ready to step up
Exposure to technically challenging operations – e.g. heavy rainfall, variable ore bodies, geotechnical ground conditions
Previous expatriate experience with demonstrated success in developing a national workforce preferred
Superior communication and interpersonal skills
Strong continuous improvement and strategic focus
High levels of energy, commitment and tenacity
If you have the right skill set and are interested in this position, please call Mark Pemberton on 9240 7399 to discuss further details
Position Duties:
- Mine Production at the main open pit and development of satellite pit(s), waste dumps, quarries and mine road network
- Mine Planning, Mine Development, Mine Engineering, Mine Geology, Mine Survey, Mine Training, Mine Safety for owner operator and mine contractors
- Oversee departmental operations to ensure production programs, improvement initiatives and mine development programs are completed in a timely manner, employees and equipment well managed.
- Owner mining and drill and blast fleet operations