General Manager - Watershed Operations

Tungsten Mining (ASX:TGN) (OTCQB:TGNMF); Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Tungsten Mining is seeking a seasoned General Manager to lead Watershed Operations in Queensland. You will own safety, production, maintenance and site services, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, and drive strategic execution across mine-to-mill performance with a strong focus on risk management and value creation.

You are a mining leader with 20+ years’ experience, a Degree in Mining Engineering, and First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate, capable of steering large teams and contractors

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• First Class Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency.
• 20+ years of mining experience with leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of Queensland mining legislation.
• Proven safety and production accountability.

Responsibilities

• Leading all site operations to achieve production, cost, safety and performance targets
• Driving operational strategy, budgeting and mine-to-mill performance
• Providing clear operational leadership to senior site teams, contractors and key stakeholders
• Maintaining the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance and risk management
• Overseeing mining operations, maintenance, reliability and site services
• Supporting operational readiness, commissioning and ramp-up activities
• Building a culture of accountability, capability development and disciplined execution
• Reporting operational performance, risks and opportunities to executive leadership and the Board

Skills

Mine leadership

Operations management

Safety leadership

Budgeting & planning

Education

Degree in Mining Engineering

First Class Mine Manager's Certificate

Job description

Tungsten Mining (ASX : TGN) is an Australian critical minerals company advancing a portfolio of world-class tungsten assets. Our people are shaping these internationally recognised projects to strengthen, secure and diversify tungsten supply for Australia and its partners across the globe.

Collaborating with an experienced and entrepreneurial team, your expertise, energy and innovation will contribute directly to overall project success and long-term value creation.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to take full operational ownership of a significant mining asset and play a leading role in its next phase of growth.

As General Manager, Watershed Operations, you'll be responsible for the safe, compliant and profitable performance of the operation, leading everything from mining and processing through to maintenance, technical services, site infrastructure and workforce capability. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating & Development Officer, you'll have a genuine seat at the table, influencing strategy, operational performance and long-term success.

Working on a 14:14 FIFO or DIDO roster from any major East Coast point of hire, you’ll lead a site leadership team focused on safety, operational excellence, continuous improvement and delivering results that matter.

• Leading all site operations to achieve production, cost, safety and performance targets
• Driving operational strategy, budgeting and mine-to-mill performance
• Providing clear operational leadership to senior site teams, contractors and key stakeholders
• Maintaining the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance and risk management
• Overseeing mining operations, maintenance, reliability and site services
• Supporting operational readiness, commissioning and ramp-up activities
• Building a culture of accountability, capability development and disciplined execution
• Reporting operational performance, risks and opportunities to executive leadership and the Board

About You

You are a proven mining leader who combines operational excellence with strong commercial judgement and an uncompromising commitment to safety. In addition, you will possess the following.

• A degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy or a related technical discipline.
• First Class Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency and eligibility to hold Site Senior Executive responsibilities.
• 20+ years' mining experience, including significant leadership experience as a Mine Manager, General Manager or equivalent level.
• Demonstrated accountability for production, cost and safety performance on operating mine sites.
• Experience managing contractors, large operational teams and site-wide performance outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of Queensland mining legislation and statutory obligations.
• The ability to lead through change, solve complex operational challenges and deliver sustainable improvements.

Who is Tungsten Mining

Tungsten Mining is an Australian critical minerals company focused on the development of tungsten projects across Australia. Our flagship assets include the globally significant Mt Mulgine Project in Western Australia and the shovel-ready Watershed Project in North Queensland, together forming one of the world’s largest tungsten development portfolios.