Manager, Mining

Thiess; Armidale Regional Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Mining Manager to lead the project mining department at Lake Vermont. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in open cut coal mining with a focus on building a collaborative culture and delivering results. This role offers a permanent, full-time position with a 9-day fortnight roster and various employee benefits.

Benefits

9-day fortnight roster

FIFO from Brisbane

Salary sacrifice options

Health and well-being rewards programme

Corporate discounts on health insurance

Qualifications

• Proven success as a Mining Manager.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and the environment.
• Advanced financial acumen and awareness of contractual obligations.

Responsibilities

• Lead project mining department and sub-contractors.
• Maximise production and trucking efficiency.
• Drive a High Performance Culture.

Skills

Communication skills

Cost management

Leadership skills

Problem solving

Technical services

Job description

Job ID Job Type Permanent Full Time Location Australia - Dysart, QLD Categories Supervisory / Management, Mining Operations

Everyday, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change.

Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.

Thiess is the place to make things happen.

About the role

As Mining Manager at Lake Vermont, you will lead the project mining department and sub-contractors to achieve production, safety, and cost targets through efficient utilisation and care of plant and personnel. You will draw from your well-developed technical and leadership skills to coach and mentor Mining Superintendents and Supervisors build team effectiveness and project performance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Building and mentoring a strong, collaborative team aligned with Thiess and project objectives
• Safely maximising production and trucking efficiency by embedding correct operating procedures
• Drive a High Performance Culture, and create a positive working environment for employees to Speak Up
• Work collaboratively with site leadership to ensure mine plans and schedules reflect high but achievable targets
• Maintaining a strong focus on budget and production financials, driving cost efficiencies where possible
• Driving continuous improvement by taking an innovative approach to problem solving and embracing technology
• Managing contractual obligations consistently while fostering positive relationships with our client

About you

We are seeking a driven individual with a focus on building a solid, collaborative and high-performing culture within your team. You will have extensive experience in open cut coal mining with a drive to deliver results.

Qualifications

• Have previous experience in a similar role with proven success working as a Mining Manager
• Highly developed communication and cost management skills combined with a strong commitment to health, safety and the environment
• Advanced leadership skills, financial acumen with a great awareness of contractual obligations
• Technical services and engineering experience is highly desirable

What Thiess can do for you

• 9-day fortnight roster
• Permanent, full-time position
• FIFO from Brisbane, DIDO allowance or living out of camp allowance
• Salary sacrifice options
• Health and well-being rewards programme through AIA Vitality
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products

How To Apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

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Ready to take the helm and shape the future of mining? Apply today and lead the way as the next Mining Manager at Lake Vermont, Dysart.