Mid-Senior Mining Pros: Lead Operations & Safety

Hire Resolve.com; Australia; On-site; Full time

Job description

Description

Hire Resolve is assisting mining organisations in hiring experienced mining professionals across Australia. This is a multi‑role opportunity spanning several functions within the sector, including mine operations, technical services, mineral processing, maintenance and reliability, projects, and health, safety and environment (HSE/WHS) leadership. These positions suit mid‑ to senior‑level professionals and provide a clear pathway toward superintendent, manager, and senior site or regional leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support safe, efficient mining and processing operations across surface and/or underground environments
• Strengthen WHS compliance and site safety systems, including risk assessments, safe work method statements, incident prevention, and audit readiness (requirements vary by state/territory)
• Drive operational performance through production planning, KPI management, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide technical input to mine planning and scheduling, drill‑and‑blast performance, geotechnical/ground control, and ventilation strategies (as applicable)
• Optimise processing plant performance (throughput, recovery, product quality) through troubleshooting and improvement projects (where applicable)
• Oversee maintenance and reliability strategies for mobile and fixed plant assets, including shutdown planning and asset performance improvement
• Manage contractors and service providers to ensure safe execution, quality delivery, and adherence to scope, schedule, and budget
• Support project execution and operational readiness activities, including commissioning support and change management
• Develop teams through coaching, competency development, and structured performance management
• Prepare clear reporting for operational leadership, governance, and stakeholder decision‑making

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology/Geoscience, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Metallurgy/Mineral Processing, HSE/WHS, or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience for certain operations/maintenance leadership roles)
• Typically 5–12+ years of progressive experience in mining, minerals processing, quarrying/aggregates, or comparable heavy industrial environments
• Demonstrated WHS capability, including practical risk management, incident investigation, and contractor safety control (noting mining WHS frameworks and regulators differ across jurisdictions)
• Experience in one or more of the following: operations leadership, technical services, mine planning/scheduling, processing optimisation, maintenance/reliability, projects, or HSE/WHS management systems
• Familiarity with common tools and systems such as CMMS/EAM (e.g., SAP, Maximo), planning/scheduling software, condition monitoring tools, and Microsoft Office (Excel; Power BI advantageous)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in site‑based environments
• Ability to work on‑site and in field conditions; flexibility for FIFO/DIDO, rostered shifts, and travel depending on site requirements

Benefits

• Extra Superannuation - Pension plan
• Unpaid Extended Leave
• Training & Development