Processing Manager

Mineset Recruitment; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation during transition

Competitive bonus program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

MineSet Recruitment is seeking an experienced Processing Manager for a senior leadership role in regional NSW. You will lead the processing department, balancing safety, production and cost control while driving continuous improvement.

This residential position offers relocation support and the opportunity to shape site-wide performance with a hands-on, collaborative leadership style.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Chemical Engineering is mandatory.
• Proven leadership in mining or mineral processing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support processing personnel to achieve production, safety and cost objectives.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with procedures and statutory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance plant performance, efficiency and reliability.
• Manage departmental budgets, forecasting and expenditure to achieve targets.
• Identify operational risks and implement practical controls and mitigation strategies.
• Develop training, succession planning and workforce development programs.
• Mentor and coach direct reports to build capability and accountability.
• Oversee reporting processes and provide timely updates to site leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Planning

Continuous improvement

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About us

MineSet Recruitment is a specialist mining recruitment business supporting underground mining operations across Australia.

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Processing Manager with a strong technical background to lead a processing operation, drive operational performance and develop a high-performing team.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a hands-on manager who can balance safety, production, cost control and continuous improvement while contributing to the broader success of the operation.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the processing department and will:

• Lead and support processing personnel to achieve production, safety and cost objectives.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with operational procedures and statutory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant performance, efficiency and reliability.
• Manage departmental budgets, forecasting and expenditure to achieve business targets.
• Identify operational risks and implement practical controls and mitigation strategies.
• Develop training, succession planning and workforce development programs.
• Mentor and coach direct reports to build capability and accountability within the team.
• Oversee reporting processes and provide timely operational updates to site leadership.
• Coordinate incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are completed effectively.
• Maintain operational data, reporting systems and knowledge management processes.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to achieve site-wide objectives and improve overall performance.

This is a residential position based in a vibrant regional NSW community. A comprehensive relocation package is available for the successful candidate and their family.

About You

• Minimum 4 years' experience in a Processing Manager position.
• Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (mandatory)
• Proven leadership experience within a mining or mineral processing environment.
• Strong ability to lead, mentor and develop teams while managing performance outcomes.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts and cost-control initiatives.
• Sound understanding of risk management, safety systems and legislative requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving abilities.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across operations, technical teams and contractors.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What's on offer

• Senior leadership position with a high level of responsibility and autonomy.
• Very competitive salary package including generous bonus payments.
• Opportunity to influence operational strategy, productivity and cost improvement initiatives.
• 9-day working fortnight with a 5:2/4:3 roster.
• Company provided accommodation during the initial transition period.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• 9 hour work day.
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting and long-term operational planning.
• Leadership of a multidisciplinary processing team.
• Ongoing involvement in continuous improvement and business performance initiatives.

All enquiries and applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.