Underground Mining Operations Leader | Remote PNG

MatchaTalent; Samarinda; On-site; IDR 2,399,616,000 - 3,599,424,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchaTalent is seeking a Head of Mining Operations for a remote FIFO operation in Papua New Guinea. This senior role directs underground mining activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and commercially successful production across the operation.

You will lead mine development, production planning, contractor management, and workforce capability, while maintaining compliance with statutory regulations and international safety standards. English fluency is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• PNG Metalliferous Mine Managers CoC or eligible.
• 10 years underground mining experience, 5 in senior roles.
• Experience leading underground mining operations in remote FIFO environments.
• Fluent English in written and spoken form.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for underground mining operations, overseeing development, production, ground support, ventilation, and services.
• Collaborate with Technical Services and Geology to deliver short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans.
• Ensure compliance with mining legislation and safety systems.
• Manage budgets, costs, capital expenditure, and cost optimization.
• Oversee contractor performance and safety compliance.
• Mentor and develop Mining Superintendents, Shift Bosses, Supervisors, and Engineers.
• Monitor production performance and implement continuous improvements.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to achieve site performance goals.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Mine planning

Production management

Stakeholder management

Decision making

Education

Bachelors degree in Mining Engineering

Job description

MatchaTalent is seeking a Head of Mining Operations for a remote FIFO operation in Papua New Guinea. This senior role directs underground mining activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and commercially successful production across the operation.

You will lead mine development, production planning, contractor management, and workforce capability, while maintaining compliance with statutory regulations and international safety standards. English fluency is essential.