Operations Manager Mining
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Job Summary
Operations Manager - Mining
- Job ID
- 931935
- Job Type
- Permanent Full Time
- Location
- Australia - Perth
- Categories
- Executive Management Mining Operations
- Applications close
- W. Australia Standard Time
Grow your career with Thiess
As a global business we are proud to offer diverse and rewarding career opportunities. We are committed to Thiess being a company which supports great people to succeed develop their careers and feel supported to reach their highest potential. We offer a safe and inclusive work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives and where the capability of our people is key to our success.
The Opportunity
Thiess is seeking an experienced and driven Operations Manager - Mining to lead safe efficient and productive mining operations across our sites. This senior leadership role is responsible for delivering production targets cost control workforce leadership and continuous improvement while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
About The Role
Reporting to the General Manager you will play a key role in shaping operational strategy driving performance and building a strong engaged operations team. The Operations Manager Mining will provide strategic leadership and oversight across multiple mining projects ensuring operational excellence compliance with Thiess vision values policies and procedures and achievement of safety financial and production objectives. This role supports Project Managers drives continuous improvement and manages operational commercial and legal risks while fostering strong client relationships.
Additionally you will:
- Champion a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with company and legislative requirements.
- Lead and manage all aspects of mining operations including drill & blast load & haul and mine services.
- Provide leadership and direction to ensure projects meet safety production cost and quality objectives.
- Be responsible for demonstrating Thiess values and leadership philosophy.
- Stay committed to meeting performance targets and proactively mitigating risks whilst delivering tangible outcomes that seamlessly align with Thiess overall strategic direction.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity efficiency and cost performance.
- Develop coach and mentor operational leaders to build a high performing team.
- Contribute to strategic planning forecasting and long term operational improvement initiatives.
- Provide strategic oversight of project budgets forecasts and financial performance.
- Maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for additional work.
About You
- Posses a WA Quarry Managers Certificate of Competency
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant technical discipline.
- Extensive experience in open cut mining with demonstrated leadership at a senior operational level.
- Excellent safety leadership with a track record of building strong safety cultures.
- Commercially astute with experience managing budgets costs and operational performance.
- Proven ability to lead large diverse teams in a dynamic operational environment.
- Proficiency in cost management systems and financial analysis.
- Ability to engage constructively and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Passion for developing people and fostering growth.
- Ability to shift between strategic big picture thinking and detailed operational focus.
What Thiess Can Do for You
- Help to grow your career offering diverse and varied opportunities for advancement
- Salary sacrifice options
- Thiess commitment to training & development.
- Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank) travel & retail products.
About Us
At Thiess we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia Asia and the Americas. For more than 90 years we have operated in diverse commodities geologies environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project positioning them for optimal efficiency productivity and cost performance backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.
We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. Were focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe included and empowered.
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How to Apply
This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition development and a stimulating and satisfying work environment there is no better time to join Thiess.
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How to apply
- Applications close
- W. Australia Standard Time
Required Experience:
Manager
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