Superintendent, Mining

Ma’aden; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mine Operations Superintendent to lead safety, production, and quality in mining operations. This role involves collaborating with various teams to optimize production schedules, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mining, Geology, or Survey Engineering and at least 8 years of technical experience in mining operations. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork, ethics, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of technical experience in mining operations.
• Strong knowledge of safety and operational excellence in mining.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, production, quality, and budgets in mine operations.
• Lead and develop the mine team, ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Project Management

Safety Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Bachelor's degree in Survey Engineering

Job description

Key Accountability:

1. Responsible for safety, production, quality, and budgets for their area of mine operations.
2. Work with manager, HOD, other Superintendents, and frontline supervisors to control mine operations.
3. Responsible for workers, equipment, tools, and materials in mine operations.
4. Prepare and approve plans, delegate work, oversee progress, solve problems, and take corrective actions.
5. Organize budgets and monitor spending.
6. Prepare reports on production, safety, project progress, and more.
7. Lead and participate in meetings and briefings.
8. Recruit, train, and develop employees with support from supervisors and HR.
9. Oversee supervisor development, providing support and guidance.
10. Collaborate with trade unions, supervisors, and HR to resolve personnel issues.
11. Plan production schedules, liaising with Geology, Engineering, and Mine Engineering teams.
12. Implement operational excellence activities.
13. Ensure proper handling of explosive shipments and payments.
14. Research new methods and products for mine production.
15. Supervise assigned personnel and exercise departmental financial authority.
16. Implement and monitor Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) programs.
17. Coordinate and control mining equipment for optimal production.
18. Manage contractor performance to ensure quality and safety standards.
19. Monitor quality standards including dilution, ore loss, and geotechnical parameters.
20. Ensure safe operation of personnel and contractors within the mining area.
21. Develop continuous improvement strategies and monitor equipment availability.
22. Identify risks and implement controls.
23. Assist new employees in proper work procedures.
24. Monitor progress against plans and budgets.
25. Review and improve mining methods and equipment performance.
26. Oversee and approve drill and blast plans.
27. Drive productivity and cost reduction initiatives.
28. Develop and ensure compliance with pit design standards.
29. Lead and develop the mine team, providing mentorship and support.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience, and Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Mining, Geology, or Survey Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 8 years of technical experience in mining operations.
• Skills include good knowledge of English, achievement orientation, teamwork, ethics, and values.