DO18336 TEMP Mine Manager / Superintendent – Gold Mine (Tanzania)

MES has an urgent short-term requirement for an experienced Mine Manager / Mining Superintendent to support operations at a small gold mine in Tanzania for approximately 9–12 weeks (April to June 2026), covering a period of planned leave for the permanent Mine Manager.

This is a hands-on leadership role coordinating day-to-day mining delivery, including contractor management and technical services oversight.

Operation snapshot

• ~25ktpd total movement
• Contractor mining: ~20ktpd
• Owner fleet: ~5ktpd
• Predominantly Tanzanian workforce (contractor + owner team)
• Small expat presence on site; additional expat support available in May
• Outgoing Mine Manager available online for handover/support through late April

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate operational execution across contractor and owner mining activities
• Liaise with site leadership and provide oversight/coordination with technical services
• Maintain safe, efficient production delivery in a remote environment

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience as Mine Manager / Superintendent (gold/open pit experience preferred)
• Strong contractor interface + operational leadership skills
• Ideally holds WA Quarry Manager experience/qualification (or similar)
• Comfortable working with a local workforce in an international setting
• No statutory/legal appointment required for this engagement