Autonomous Open-Pit Mine Operations Leader

Solidus Resources, LLC; Lovelock (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Solidus Resources, LLC in Nevada seeks a Mine Superintendent to lead open pit mining operations with autonomous fleet support, emphasizing safety and regulatory compliance.

You will coordinate with technical services, drill and blast, ore control, maintenance, and autonomous haulage teams to meet production and cost targets.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mining Engineering and 10+ years in open pit operations, plus 5+ years in leadership; knowledge of AHS is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in open pit mining operations.
• 5+ years of leadership experience supervising mining operations.
• Experience with autonomous haulage systems is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead mining operations while promoting safety culture and ensuring compliance with MSHA regulations, company policies, and environmental requirements.
• Execute mine plans to achieve production, productivity, and quality targets.
• Coordinate activities with technical services, drill and blast, ore control, maintenance, and autonomous haulage teams.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production crews to drive accountability and performance.
• Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity and equipment utilization.
• Manage operating costs, budgets, and contractor performance while meeting production objectives.
• Ensure ore and waste are mined in accordance with mine plans and grade control requirements.
• Support the implementation and optimization of autonomous mining systems.
• Monitor key operational KPIs and implement corrective actions to improve safety, reliability, and operational performance.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

MSHA regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS)

Fleet Management Systems (FMS)

Mine dispatch systems

Open pit mine planning

Drill and blast coordination

Production planning and reporting

Budget development and cost management

Data analysis

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Solidus Resources, LLC in Nevada seeks a Mine Superintendent to lead open pit mining operations with autonomous fleet support, emphasizing safety and regulatory compliance.

You will coordinate with technical services, drill and blast, ore control, maintenance, and autonomous haulage teams to meet production and cost targets.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mining Engineering and 10+ years in open pit operations, plus 5+ years in leadership; knowledge of AHS is a plus.