Mine Operations Supervisor

Turner-Mining-Group-LLC; Arizona; On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner-Mining-Group-LLC in Kingman, AZ, seeks an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily surface mining operations at Pan Mine, ensuring production targets, safety standards, environmental compliance, and efficient operations. The role provides leadership to mining crews, equipment operators, and support personnel.

The ideal candidate has deep open-pit mining experience, proven supervisory success, and a track record of improving productivity while controlling costs.

Qualifications

• 5 years of mining operations experience in surface/open-pit environments.
• 3+ years in supervisory or crew management roles.
• Experience managing employees and contractors in production settings.
• Strong knowledge of MSHA regulations and safety practices.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency with MS Office and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily mining operations to meet production goals safely.
• Lead, mentor, and develop crews of operators and support staff.
• Monitor productivity, equipment use, and workforce performance.
• Ensure MSHA compliance and environmental requirements.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings, safety briefings, and inspections.
• Coordinate activities with maintenance, processing, geology, and engineering.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Manage workforce scheduling and shift coverage.
• Track production and safety metrics and report findings.
• Identify process improvements to raise productivity and reduce costs.
• Promote safety, teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.

Skills

Mining ops exp

Crew management

People management

Surface mining

MSHA regulations

Leadership

Decision making

Driver's license

MS Office

Education

Assc/Bachelor in Mining Eng, Geology, Construction Mgmt, Eng Tech

Tools

MS Office

Operational reporting systems

Job description

Operations Supervisor

Location: Pan Mine, Kingman, Arizona

Department: Mining Operations

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 annually, plus bonus eligibility and benefits

Position Summary

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily surface mining operations at Pan Mine, ensuring production targets, safety standards, environmental compliance, and operational efficiencies are consistently achieved. This position provides leadership and direction to mining crews, equipment operators, and support personnel while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is an experienced mining professional with a strong background in open-pit or surface mining operations, demonstrated leadership experience, and a track record of successfully managing crews in a production-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily mining operations to achieve production goals safely and efficiently.
• Lead, mentor, and develop crews of operators, laborers, and support personnel.
• Monitor productivity, equipment utilization, and workforce performance to maximize operational effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all MSHA regulations, company safety policies, and environmental requirements.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings, safety briefings, and workplace inspections.
• Coordinate activities with maintenance, processing, geology, engineering, and other departments.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and operational issues, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor and manage workforce scheduling, attendance, and shift coverage.
• Track operational metrics and prepare reports on production, safety, and workforce performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity and reduce operating costs.
• Promote a positive work culture focused on safety, teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of mining operations experience, preferably in surface or open-pit mining environments.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or crew management experience leading teams in a mining, industrial, or heavy equipment operation.
• Proven experience managing multiple employees and contractors in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of surface mining methods, mobile equipment operations, safety practices, and production planning.
• Working knowledge of MSHA regulations and mining industry best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make sound operational decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational reporting systems.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain site-specific certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in gold mining operations.
• Experience supervising open-pit mining crews.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives, production optimization, and cost control.
• Knowledge of mine planning and equipment performance metrics.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to motivate employees and drive accountability.
• Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to identify safety risks and implement corrective actions.
• Effective conflict resolution and employee coaching skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an active surface mining environment.
• Ability to walk uneven terrain, climb stairs and ladders, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work rotating schedules, weekends, and holidays as operationally required.
• Must be able to wear required PPE and comply with all mine safety requirements.