Supervisor, Mining

Ma'aden Gold and Base Metals (MGBM); Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Ma'aden Gold and Base Metals (MGBM) seeks an experienced Supervisor Mining to lead a site team, ensuring safe, productive operations across drilling, blasting, loading, hauling and plant interfaces.

You will coordinate with planning and engineering, optimize pit designs, monitor equipment, maintain records, and drive continuous improvement while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mining engineering, geology, or related field.
• 5–7 years open-pit or underground mining experience, with 2–3 years in supervision.
• Certifications in mine supervision or leadership are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate mining operations to meet production targets.
• Ensure safety, SOPs, and environmental standards are followed.
• Lead and coach mining crews to improve skills and efficiency.
• Coordinate with planning and engineering to implement mine plans and optimize pit designs.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Maintain production records, shift reports, and logs for regulatory compliance.
• Liaise with geology, processing, and maintenance to support production objectives.
• Control operating costs by managing consumables, fuel, and labor.

Skills

Mine planning

Ore reserve estimation

Grade control

Mine safety regulations

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or related field

Job description

Job Purpose

The Supervisor Mining is responsible for overseeing and coordinating mining activities at a designated mine site. This role involves managing a team of mining operators, ensuring adherence to safety and environmental regulations, optimizing production efficiency, and coordinating with other departments to achieve production targets. The Supervisor Mining plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient extraction of ore, managing equipment utilization, and implementing best practices to maximize productivity.

Key Accountabilities

• Supervise and coordinate mining operations, including drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, and dumping activities, to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and environmental standards in all mining activities, conducting safety inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations as required.
• Provide leadership and direction to mining crews, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and providing coaching and training to improve skills and efficiency.
• Coordinate with mine planning and engineering teams to implement mine plans, optimize pit designs, and sequence mining activities to maximize ore recovery and minimize dilution.
• Monitor equipment performance and utilization, coordinating maintenance activities and repairs to minimize downtime and maximize equipment availability.
• Conduct regular inspections of mining equipment, infrastructure, and work areas, identifying maintenance requirements, safety hazards, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and equipment logs, preparing reports and documentation for management review and regulatory compliance.
• Liaise with other departments, such as geology, processing, and maintenance, to coordinate ore delivery, grade control, and equipment scheduling to support overall production objectives.
• Monitor and control operating costs, managing consumables, fuel consumption, and labor resources to optimize productivity and minimize operating expenses.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement among mining personnel, promoting adherence to company policies, values, and performance standards.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in mining engineering, geology, or related field; additional certifications in mine supervision or leadership are advantageous.
• Minimum Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in open-pit or underground mining operations, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Ma’aden High-Performance Competencies: 0
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of mine planning principles, ore reserve estimation, and grade control practices to optimize production and minimize ore loss and dilution.
  • Proficiency in mine safety regulations, risk management practices, and environmental compliance requirements applicable to mining operations.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams, resolve conflicts, and foster a positive work culture.
  • Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to identify operational inefficiencies, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.