Manager – Mine Technical Services (Gold / Copper / Underground / Surface / Planning / Mining / Geology / Projects / Operations / Production / Performance) – Asia

Reference: DSS01 - CX

Job Description:

Our client, a listed leader in the mining industry, is seeking a Mine Technical Services Manager to oversee and guide the Mine Technical Services division. This department includes Resource Geology, Mine Geology, Survey, Integrated Mine Planning, Geotechnical, Hydrogeology and Tailings Engineering, as well as the Projects and Service Delivery unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the safety, operational efficiency, and financial performance of the Mine Technical Services team to support the achievement of production goals. This position plays a key role in aligning technical operations with broader business objectives, promoting adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards, and championing continuous improvement and innovation across all technical functions.

Responsibilities:  

• Lead and support the performance, conduct, and growth of superintendents and their teams by enhancing technical and operational expertise, addressing challenges proactively, and streamlining processes to meet strategic objectives.
• Encourage continuous professional growth through structured coaching, targeted training initiatives, and regular performance evaluations.
• Oversee and evaluate all technical projects to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and the organization’s strategic goals.
• Track daily operational performance and implement improvement strategies to drive efficiency and effectiveness across the business.
• Initiate, design, and implement actionable business improvements aimed at increasing productivity and reducing operational costs.
• Proactively identify, assess, and manage operational risks and opportunities by developing, executing, and monitoring effective action plans.
• Control departmental expenditures, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and financial targets.
• Contribute to the formulation of corporate goals, strategic direction, and the development of policies and procedures to support long-term business success.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• 12 years’ experience in open pit mining and underground mining
• Ability to acquire a technical understanding of new or unfamiliar concepts to effectively support a diverse and multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to work collaboratively and efficiently as the leader of a team across diverse projects and tasks.
• Strong leadership skills
• Experience across a variety of commodities, cultures and operational environments preferred
• Experience in a Manager or Superintendent level role within the Mining industry

Benefits and Contractual information

• Residential status (single or family status)
• USD net salary with allowances and incentives
• Schooling subsidy
• Full health insurance

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Duncan Spitzer

Executive Talent Consultant

CA Mining                                       

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