Goldfields Drilling Operations Leader

Perenti Global Limited 

Shire of Central Goldfields

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Ausdrill in Western Australia is seeking an experienced Area Manager to provide operational leadership across a portfolio of exploration and production drilling projects in the Goldfields region. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will oversee multiple sites, support Project Managers and ensure delivery aligns with safety, schedule and budget.

You will be highly visible in the field, driving safety, productivity and continuous improvement, while building strong client relationships.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years' experience in drilling operations.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a supervisory, project or operational leadership role.
  • Experience managing multiple projects and geographically dispersed teams.
  • Proven commercial and financial management capability.
  • Current C Class Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee both exploration and production drilling operations
  • Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ)
  • Operational Leadership
  • Client & Stakeholder Management
  • Leadership & People Development
  • Equipment & Asset Management

Skills

Leadership
Strategic thinking
People development
Stakeholder management

Tools

Excel
Word
PowerPoint

Job description

Ausdrill in Western Australia is seeking an experienced Area Manager to provide operational leadership across a portfolio of exploration and production drilling projects in the Goldfields region. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will oversee multiple sites, support Project Managers and ensure delivery aligns with safety, schedule and budget.

You will be highly visible in the field, driving safety, productivity and continuous improvement, while building strong client relationships.

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