Chief Underground Mining Leader - Gold Mine, Remote FIFO

MatchaTalent; Canberra; On-site; AUD 145,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchaTalent is seeking a Head of Mining Operations for a major underground mining operation in Papua New Guinea. You will direct all underground activities, drive safety, production planning, and contractor management in a remote FIFO environment.

The role requires a senior leader with 10+ years in underground mining, 5+ years in senior leadership, and a PNG CoC or eligibility to obtain one, plus English fluency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for underground mining operations, ensuring safe, productive, and efficient execution of mine development, production, ground support, ventilation, and mine services.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Mine planning

Production scheduling

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Remote FIFO experience

Contractor management

Decision making

Operational planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Job description

MatchaTalent is seeking a Head of Mining Operations for a major underground mining operation in Papua New Guinea. You will direct all underground activities, drive safety, production planning, and contractor management in a remote FIFO environment.

The role requires a senior leader with 10+ years in underground mining, 5+ years in senior leadership, and a PNG CoC or eligibility to obtain one, plus English fluency.