Mine Manager

Mineração Belocal Ltda.; Crab Orchard (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lhoist North America is seeking a Mining Operations Leader to ensure safe, efficient operations of the mobile mining equipment fleet and crushing plant. You will champion safety, implement the mine plan, and coordinate with maintenance to sustain long-term reserve viability.

The role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and a track record in mining operations. You will manage production, drive improvements, and develop talent across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience with MSHA regulations and environmental regulations.
• Proven track record in modern quarry/mine operations.
• Experience dealing with state and federal agencies and how they impact safety and environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety leadership for mining operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Integrate EH&S core initiatives at the mine site and participate in audits.
• Oversee production at the mine site including crusher operation and mine plan execution.
• Drive cost control through KPI tracking and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop mine personnel and provide coaching to ensure capability for operations.

Skills

Safety leadership

MSHA regulations

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Budget planning

Process improvement

Coaching mentoring

Safety compliance

Mine operations

Job description

At Lhoist North America, our core values of Respect, Courage, and Integrity are more than words. We respect people, encourage courageous innovation, and uphold integrity in everything we do. If these principles resonate with you, you may find your next great opportunity with us.

We believe our people make the difference. That's why we invest in talent by offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our work environment prioritizes safety, fosters collaboration across teams, and embraces inclusion. Here, you'll be challenged to grow, and you'll be supported throughout your career journey. Join us and help shape the future of Lhoist North America.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the safe, efficient operations of the mobile mining equipment fleet and crushing plant. Ensures the mine plan is effectively implemented to maintain the long term viability of the reserve; is the safety Champion of the mining team; tracks & drives productivity resulting in the most efficient cost/ton mined. Works closely with the Maintenance Manager related to maintenance activities of the fixed crushing plant and mobile equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

• Leadership for safety and environment for mining operations; Ensure regulatory compliance
• Integrate corporate EH&S core initiatives at the mine site
• Actively participate in audits for regulatory, safety, and environmental compliance at the mine site.
• Proactively demonstrate core values and establish safety and environmental standards for all mining and crushing related activities.
• Responsible for all production activities at the mine site including the crusher operation.
• Implementing Mine Plan/Operations cultural incentives at the mine site; Provide data to support the R&R process
• Participation in the development of the 5-year mine plan
• Timely completion of Annual Material Movement (AMM) plans
• Coordinate with corporate M&E on planning to ensure timely completion of quarry budgets (mining and crushing), in Lowest sustainable Mining Cost (LSMC) format.
• Monthly LSMC review and reporting, variances understood and cost improvement plans developed
• Monthly mining KPIs review and reporting, variances explained and performance improvement plans developed.
• Mining improvement opportunities identified and continuous improvement program recommendations submitted to optimize performance (KPIs) and costs (LSMC)
• Ensure mine QC process/practices are integrated and implemented to meet corporate QC core initiatives.
• Communicate with Mining Team (corporate Geologist and Mine Planner) to discuss and seek consensus resolution to mining related issues and improvements: Maintain monthly communication with managers, plant managers and M&E on status of mine plan execution.
• Communicate mining related issues with Mining Team members, seeking consensus resolution at the lowest level and escalating when necessary
• Continually drive process improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate planning to support projects at the mine site.
• Provide feedback to drive/leverage new opportunities within or between existing operations.
• Develop the human resources at the mine site to provide stability for future operations, as well as \"bench strength\" for professional positions: Responsible for the development of mining professionals to ensure that competent resources are in place to operate/manage mining operations.
• Communicate mining professionals performance highlights to plant managers, regional directors and corporate M&E
• Work with plant managers/regional directors and H.R. / competency centers / functions to develop mining professionals MRAs and STIs in addition to training and needs development plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ATTRIBUTES

• Experience in dealing with State and Federal agencies and how they impact the safety and environmental aspects of the business
• Proven track record in modern quarry/mine operations, experience with production and process control
• Working knowledge of MSHA regulations and environmental regulations
• Positive and proactive attitude with an ability to address issues and implement solutions
• Demonstrated ability to assess organizational and people issues, provide coaching and mentoring, and deliver solutions that improve performance
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, strong organization and prioritization skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills are required to work through the company’s operating budget, capital planning and performance progress through the use of Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and other analytics
• Good leader or supervisory experience is required.
• Must be willing to be hands-on and not afraid to perform other work
• Must be capable of working any shift, on-call, overtime, or seven days a week, if needed.
• Must be able to improve working conditions (safety, quality, productivity, cost) and increase subordinates' skills and capabilities
• Ability to plan and direct the