Dry Stack Tailing Facility Manager

Michael Page; Jakarta Timur; On-site; IDR 1.200.000.000 - 1.800.000.000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading integrated nickel mining company as the DSTF Manager overseeing a groundbreaking Dry Stack Tailings Facility in Central Sulawesi. This role offers the chance to manage and innovate within a pioneering project while ensuring environmental compliance and operational excellence, all within a competitive salary framework.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead pioneering projects

Competitive salary package with FIFO arrangement

Growth-oriented work environment

Career path toward senior operational leadership

Qualifications

• Solid technical background in tailings management.
• 10 years of experience in mining operations, 5 years in tailings management.
• Proven track record in managing dry stack tailings facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and operations of the Dry Stack Tailings Facility.
• Manage compliance with environmental regulations.
• Implement monitoring programs for geotechnical stability.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Tailings Management

Environmental Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Job description

• Be a part of a company in a growing sector
• Growing company

About Our Client

Our client is a leading integrated nickel mining company committed to sustainable practices and operational excellence. As part of their continued investment in environmentally responsible mining, they are developing a Dry Stack Tailings Facility (DSTF) at their operation site in Central Sulawesi. The company is looking to hire an experienced DSTF Manager to oversee the facility from construction through operational phases.

Job Description

As the DSTF Manager, you will be responsible for managing the design, implementation, operation, and ongoing integrity of the dry stack tailings facility. Reporting directly to the Site Operations Director and working closely with HSE, Processing, and Engineering teams, your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the development, commissioning, and daily operations of the Dry Stack Tailings Facility.
• Manage tailings deposition planning, material balance, filtration systems, and dry stacking logistics.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, tailings governance frameworks, and site-specific SOPs.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineering consultants, and geotechnical teams during DSTF construction and audits.
• Implement monitoring programs for geotechnical stability, water balance, and dust control.
• Support progressive rehabilitation and closure planning initiatives.
• Lead risk assessments, emergency response plans, and training for the DSTF team.

The Successful Applicant

To succeed in this role, you must have a solid technical background in tailings management and proven experience in the nickel mining industry. Key requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in mining operations with at least 5 years in tailings management.
• Proven track record in managing or commissioning dry stack tailings facilities, ideally in laterite/nickel operations.
• Strong knowledge of international tailings standards (e.g., ICMM, GISTM, ANCOLD).
• Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Willing to be based on-site in Central Sulawesi on a FIFO roster.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead one of Indonesia's pioneering dry stack tailings projects.
• Competitive salary package with FIFO arrangement.
• Work with an environmentally progressive and growth-oriented mining company.
• Career path toward senior operational leadership.