Alternate Underground Manager FIFO Perth

ClearCompany; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ClearCompany in New South Wales, Australia is seeking an experienced Underground Alternate Manager to lead underground development and production in line with WHS Act and Regulations. You will manage the mining contractor, align short/medium-term plans with LOM design, oversee infrastructure delivery, and mentor technical staff while upholding the highest safety standards.

Applicants should hold a Mining Engineering degree, WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate, and 8+ years in underground

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
• WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
• Completion of Statutory WHS risk management units for First Class Mine Manager (Non-Coal) or actively working towards completion.
• 8+ years’ experience in underground development and production environments.
• Knowledge of statutory safety requirements.
• Proven history managing mining contractor performance.
• Strong knowledge of mining software.
• Current WA manual driver’s licence.
• Technical expertise in underground mine design, drill and blast, ventilation, planning.
• Excellent leadership to develop a strong team culture.
• Proficiency with scheduling software (Deswik).

Responsibilities

• Fulfil Alternate Underground Manager duties under WHS Act 2020 and WHS (Mines) Regulations 2022.
• Uphold highest safety standards in line with policy and regulations.
• Manage underground mining contractor to meet contractual and production targets.
• Align short/medium-term mine plans with LOM design and budget.
• Partner with contractor to deliver safe, on-design production.
• Scope, resource, and oversee delivery of mine infrastructure via contractors.
• Champion a safe, respectful workplace culture.
• Collaborate with Geology to optimise resource production.
• Lead and mentor technical staff.
• Prepare operational and technical reports.
• Develop systems, procedures, and standards.
• Support operational and financial budget development.

Skills

Mine engineering

Managerial leadership

WH&S compliance

Underground development

Mining software

Deswik scheduling

Contractor management

Drill and blast

Ventilation planning

Communication

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Tools

Deswik

Mining software

Job description

The Role

• Fulfil Alternate Underground Manager duties under WHS Act 2020 and WHS (Mines) Regulations 2022
• Uphold highest safety standards in line with company policy and regulations
• Manage underground mining contractor to meet contractual and production targets
• Align short/medium-term mine plans with LOM design and budget
• Partner with contractor to deliver safe, on-design production
• Scope, resource, and oversee delivery of mine infrastructure via contractors
• Champion a safe, respectful workplace culture
• Collaborate with Geology to optimise resource production
• Lead and mentor technical staff
• Prepare operational and technical reports
• Develop systems, procedures, and standards
• Support operational and financial budget development

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
• WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
• Completion of Statutory WHS risk management units for First Class Mine Manager (Non-Coal) (AQF5) or actively working towards completion.
• 8+ years’ experience in underground development and production environments.
• A sound knowledge of statutory safety requirements.
• A proven history successfully managing the performance of mining contractor.
• Have an approach and communication style which supports the sharing of knowledge and professional development.
• Strong working knowledge and application of mining software.
• Current WA manual driver’s licence.
• Technical expertise in relation to underground mine design, drill and blast, ventilation, optimisation and planning.
• Excellent leadership skills to develop an effective team culture.
• Proficient with computer scheduling software (Deswik – highly regarded).