Site Operations Manager

OUS Group; Pahang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Malaysia is seeking a Site Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations at multiple mining sites. This role is crucial in ensuring the safe and efficient extraction of mineral resources while optimizing output and managing costs. The ideal candidate will have at least 8-10 years of experience in mining operations with a strong background in team leadership and safety compliance. Proficiency in both Bahasa Malaysia and English is required, along with relevant qualifications in engineering or geology.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years in mining operations, with 3+ years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experienced in quarry or mineral mining.
• Familiar with Business Process Improvement and structured documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate mining activities across designated sites.
• Lead site teams including supervisors and general workers.
• Monitor production KPIs and ensure site productivity meets benchmarks.
• Implement and enforce Health, Safety & Environmental policies on-site.
• Prepare and submit relevant production and safety reports.

Skills

Problem-solving

Cost control

Leadership

Team management

Bahasa Malaysia

English

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related

Job description

Overview

JOB OBJECTIVES:

To lead and oversee day-to-day operations at multiple mining sites ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable extraction of mineral resources. This role is accountable for operational planning, production performance & efficiencies, site team leadership, safety and full compliance with internal policies and statutory regulations. The Site Operations Manager plays a key role in optimizing output & efficiency, controlling costs, managing site teams, and supporting the group’s long-term mining strategy.

Key Accountabilities

Operational Execution & Oversight

• Manage and coordinate mining activities across designated sites to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Guide Supervisors to support in drilling, blasting, excavation, hauling, stockpiling, and processing operations in line with engineering and safety protocols.
• Consolidate, review mine plans, production reports, and coordinate with central planning, geologist & exploration, engineering and logistics / procurement teams to ensure data are validated and correct. Translate raw data into meaningful data to the management team.
• Ensure site operations are in proper state to operate at optimal state.

Team Leadership & Workforce Management

• Lead site teams including supervisors, operators, mechanics, and general workers
• Build a high-performance culture through clear role definitions, continuous coaching, and on-the-ground problem solving.
• Collaborate with HR on workforce planning, training, and performance management.

Production & Cost Efficiency (Process Improvement)

• Monitor production KPIs and ensure site productivity meets or exceeds benchmarks.
• Control site-level operating costs and improve efficiency of manpower, machinery, and material usage.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement improvement plans.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare & submit relevant weekly, and monthly production and safety reports to HQ. Update management on happenings on the site and ground regularly.
• Maintain comprehensive records on production output, equipment status, site inspections, and compliance audits. Ensure data and reports are validated.
• Support external reporting to regulatory bodies and certification boards as required.

HSE & Regulatory Compliance (partner with Safety Officer)

• Implement and enforce OUS Group’s Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies on-site.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements from authorities including DOSH, JMG, OSHA and DOE.
• Lead/ follow-up safety briefings, audits, risk assessments, and emergency response drills.
• Drive zero-incident culture and environmental stewardship across sites.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Maintenance, Geologist & Exploration, Engineering, Procurement, QA/QC, Exploration team and Logistics / Warehousing & Purchasing teams to ensure smooth, uninterrupted site operations.

The Requirement & Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Civil Engineering, Material Science, Control System in Mineral Processing or related
• Minimum 8-10 years in mining operations, with 3+ years in a supervisory or managerial role
• Experienced in quarry or mineral mining is highly preferred.
• Experienced in Business Process Improvement and structured documentation of process flow, work manual and playbook.
• Experienced in Mine planning, production tracking, equipment usage, safety systems
• Ability to display problem-solving, cost control, leadership & team management
• Language : Bahasa Malaysia & English. Additional local language will be an advantage.