Mine Manager

Job Description : Mine Manager (The DRC, Copper, open pit) Lead mine planning and safe production across the project sites. The Mine Manager will turn geological and survey information into practical mining plans, then hold mining and haulage contractors accountable for delivery, cost and operating discipline. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES • Own the rolling mine plan, from monthly and weekly schedules through to daily production targets and work areas. • Convert geological, grade control and survey information into practical pit, waste dump, stockpile and haul road plans. • Direct mining, drilling, blasting, loading and haulage contractors; agree targets, measure output and enforce performance standards. • Supervise stripping, ore movement, dilution, ore loss, dewatering, pit access, road condition and safe working areas. • Reconcile planned and actual volumes, grades, equipment hours and unit costs with geology, survey, operations and finance. • Control fleet productivity, contractor measurements, fuel use and mining cost per cubic metre and per ton of ore. • Coordinate ore blending and stockpile management so the processor receives consistent, suitable feed. • Lead contractor mobilisation, operating readiness reviews, risk controls and recovery plans where production falls behind. • Maintain strong HSE, statutory and site standards, with accurate daily, weekly and monthly production reporting. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent from a recognised institution • Minimum 10 years' open pit mining experience, including at least 5 years in a senior production or mine management role. • Demonstrated experience in copper mining, contractor operated mines and mechanised load and haul operations. • Strong mine planning, production control and cost management capability; competent with recognised mine planning software. • Copper experience is required as well as remote site experience in The DRC or a similarly demanding environment. The rotation for this position is 8/2.

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