Mine Foreman

Aurelia Metals; Cobar; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Relocation support

Residential allowance

Family-friendly rosters

Health perks

Parental leave

Job summary

Aurelia Metals is seeking a Mine Foreman to lead safe, efficient underground mining operations at Peak Mine, Cobar NSW. You will supervise daily production activities, mentor Underground Operators and ensure work complies with site procedures and NSW mining legislation.

This hands-on leadership role rewards experience, safety focus and a positive team culture aligned with our Values of Care, Curiosity, Nimble and One Team. Relocation support and a family-friendly roster are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' underground hard rock mining experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Current NSW Metalliferous Underground Mine Supervisor Certificate of Competence/Practising Certificate is essential.
• Current C Class Manual Driver's Licence.
• Strong knowledge of underground mining operations and safe work practices.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety and fostering a positive, Values-driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and role model Aurelia's Values while building a safe, high-performing team.
• Supervise daily underground mining activities in line with site procedures and NSW mining legislation.
• Lead pre-start meetings, communicate production priorities, and provide shift handovers for continuity.
• Monitor production, allocate resources, and address issues to meet targets.
• Identify safety, productivity and team-performance improvements and escalate risks as needed.
• Support development and wellbeing of Underground Operators through coaching and mentorship.

Skills

Leadership

Safety-focused

Communication

Problem-solving

Team mentoring

Education

NSW Metalliferous Underground Mine Supervisor Certificate/Practising Certificate

Job description

About the role

Join our team as a Mine Foreman and lead safe, efficient underground mining operations. You'll supervise daily production activities, provide strong leadership to Underground Operators, and ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with site procedures and NSW mining legislation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced underground mining leader who thrives in a hands-on environment. If you're passionate about mentoring teams, driving operational performance, and fostering a positive culture built on our Values of Care, Curiosity, Nimble, and One Team, we'd love to hear from you.

Location

Peak Mine, Cobar NSW

Travel options

Residents enjoy a balanced roster and the opportunity to settle into the family-friendly township of Cobar. Relocation support is available, along with a residential allowance

DIDO if you live within an 800km radius of the Mine site which includes a travel allowance

FIFO from Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne

Key responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and role model Aurelia's Values while fostering a safe, high-performing, and collaborative team culture.

Supervise and coordinate daily underground mining activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with site procedures and NSW mining legislation.

Lead pre-start meetings, communicate production priorities, conduct safety inspections, and provide clear shift handovers to maintain operational continuity.

Monitor production performance, allocate resources effectively, and address operational issues to achieve shift and weekly production targets.

Promote continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance safety, productivity, and team performance while escalating operational risks as required.

Support the development and wellbeing of Underground Operators through coaching, mentoring, and maintaining a positive team environment.

Qualifications and experience

Minimum 7 years' underground hard rock mining experience, including demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.

Current NSW Metalliferous Underground Mine Supervisor Certificate of Competence/Practising Certificate is essential.

Current C Class Manual Driver's Licence.

Strong knowledge of underground mining operations, production processes and safe work practices.

Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.

Demonstrated commitment to safety, operational excellence, and fostering a positive, Values-driven team culture.

At Aurelia Metals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We reward hard work, support growth, prioritise wellbeing, and foster a culture where everyone belongs, because when you thrive, we thrive.

What we offer

Reward & Recognition: Competitive pay, incentives, share plans and recognition programs

Lifestyle Balance: Family-friendly rosters, 18 weeks paid parental leave, health perks, counseling and flexible work options

Purpose & Community: Values-driven culture, WORK180 Employer of Choice, relocation support and local benefits

Development & Progression: Training and development, apprenticeships, graduate programs and clear career pathways

Our recruitment process

We are committed to a fair, accessible, and transparent process, using structured interviews and work-ready checks. If you require support or adjustments, please let us know during initial screen.

What to expect

Application review – we assess applications as they are received

Initial screen – a short call with our HR team

Structured interview – with a technical leader and HR representative

Work-ready checks – may include police clearance, pre-employment medical, references and/or skills testing

Offer – a formal offer made to the successful candidate

We actively promote a culture where everyone feels safe, included and respected. We welcome differences of thought and people from all backgrounds as we strive to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.