Industrial Mining Production Manager

Acorn by Synergie; Wareham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Industrial Mining Production Manager for a permanent role in Wareham. The position involves managing quarrying operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, optimizing production, and leading safety initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and experience in the mining industry, with a strong focus on health and safety standards. Salary ranges from £50,000 to £52,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional development

Culture committed to safety and improvement

Monday to Friday work pattern

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of UK Quarries Regulations 1999.
• Experience managing open cast mining operations.
• Ability to manage budgets and capital expenditure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day and forward planning of quarrying operations.
• Plan and optimise production to meet targets.
• Lead and develop best practices in health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of UK Quarries Regulations 1999

EHS leadership

Budget management

Experience in optimising production assets

Team leadership

Education

Relevant degree (BSc Mining Engineering or equivalent)

NVQ Level 4 in Health, Safety & Environmental Management

Job description

Overview

Industrial Mining Production Manager – Wareham

Salary: £50,000 - £52,000 per year (DOE) | Schedule: 7am - 3pm or 8am - 4pm | Monday - Friday | Permanent

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day and forward planning of quarrying operations, ensuring compliance with Quarries Regulations 1999.
• Plan, organise, and optimise production to meet tonnage, quality, and cost targets.
• Lead and develop best practice in health, safety, and environmental compliance, driving a zero-accident culture.
• Oversee mobile plant operations and resource allocation to maximise productivity.
• Produce management reports, KPIs, and maintain communication with internal customers and technical teams.
• Collaborate with Geology and Laboratory teams to optimise quarry production and blend modifications.
• Manage grievance and disciplinary issues within the quarrying team.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives, embracing I-Cube philosophy.
• Manage annual production budgets, costs, and capital projects, ensuring completion within agreed targets.
• Ensure compliance with MCERTS monitoring systems and maintain environmental performance standards.
• Direct short, medium, and long-term mine plans in collaboration with Technical Support and Geology teams.

Requirements

• Relevant degree (BSc Mining Engineering, BTEC HND Mining Engineering, Diploma in Quarry Technology or equivalent).
• NVQ Level 4 in Health, Safety & Environmental Management in Extractive & Minerals Processing Industries or similar.
• Proven knowledge of UK Quarries Regulations 1999 and experience managing open cast mining operations.
• Experience in optimising production assets, resources, and cost control.
• Strong EHS leadership experience with a proven record of driving safety standards.
• Ability to manage budgets, financial reporting, and capital expenditure projects.
• Experience leading and motivating operational teams, including shift environments.
• Technical understanding of geology and process impacts on quality.
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Salary £50,000 - £52,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday working pattern with either 7am - 3pm or 8am - 4pm shifts.
• Opportunity to lead and optimise a major mining operation under Quarries legislation.
• A culture committed to safety, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Interested?

Apply now with your CV or contact the Acorn by Synergie team for more information about this permanent management opportunity.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment