Permanent | 8:6 FIFO from Perth | East Pilbara, WA
Lead underground operations through their next stage of growth
Mining Employment Services is seeking an experienced Underground Manager to join a Western Australian gold producer expanding its underground operations.
Supported by experienced Australian mining ownership, the business combines established gold assets with further development opportunities. This is an opportunity to bring your operational judgement to a growing business, strengthen its underground team and help shape how the operation develops.
For a manager who enjoys leading people, improving mining performance and seeing plans translate into results underground, this role offers broad responsibility and the opportunity to make a lasting contribution.
Why consider this opportunity?
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Influence the operation as it grows. Help strengthen the operating practices, team capability and standards that support safe, productive mining.
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Lead across the underground operation. Take responsibility for development, production, people, contractors and operating costs.
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Join a business investing in its next phase. Contribute to an expanding gold producer with a broader portfolio of operating and development assets.
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Secure a permanent appointment on an 8:6 roster. FIFO from Perth, with remuneration based on your experience.
Your role
Reporting to senior site management, you will lead underground mining activities and provide clear direction to supervisors, technical teams and operational personnel.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Delivering underground development and production plans, with a clear focus on safety, productivity and cost control.
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Overseeing drill and blast, ground support, ventilation and ground control activities.
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Managing mining contractors, workforce requirements and equipment utilisation.
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Monitoring budgets, production performance and operational KPIs.
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Working closely with technical services, maintenance and processing teams to coordinate operating priorities.
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Meeting statutory obligations, WA mining legislation and site safety requirements.
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Developing your people and driving practical improvements across the operation.
What you’ll bring
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A current WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
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At least 10 years’ underground hard-rock mining experience, including 5 or more years in senior underground management.
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Previous experience managing underground gold mining operations.
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Strong technical knowledge of underground development, production, drill and blast, ventilation and ground control.
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Demonstrated ability to lead operational teams, manage contractors and control budgets.
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Sound knowledge of WA statutory requirements and a practical, visible approach to safety leadership.
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Clear communication and the judgement to make effective operational decisions.
Find out more
For a confidential discussion about the operation, its development plans and the opportunity, contact Shaun Matondo at Mining Employment Services on 08 6467 4810.