General Manager - Mining

Reference: vs6
Salary: US$
Start: ASAP

GENERAL MANAGER – MINE

Purpose of the position:

To provide strategic and operational leadership and management to meet the short-, medium- and long term goals, objectives and targets of the operation, the aim of securing sustainable growth, profit and a positive return for all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

· To ensure that the short-, medium- and long term operational targets are aligned with strategies;

· Seek and assess growth opportunities that compliment and add value to the operation;

· Support the Management team to promote and establish a zero harm culture for the operation through ensuring that compliance is maintained by monitoring and upholding environmental, safety and security regulations and procedures;

· Facilitate the ongoing growth and development of the Management Team by ensuring appropriate short-, medium- and long term professional development strategies are developed and implemented;

· Collaborate with site Department Managers to create and effectively communicate a clear vision, goals and objectives for the operations and performance measure on a quarterly basis;

· Ensure that critical risks are captured on a site risk register with quarterly review and continual adoption of risk reduction strategies;

· Act as the Company’s key representative in dealing with both local communities and all levels of government;

· Maintain regular, consistent reporting to senior management and the corporate office.

Key requirements:

· Hold a tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or Metallurgy;

· Have extensive experience in open pit mining environments;

· Over 10 years mining experience; open pit mine engineering or process experience;

· An excellent safety track record;

· Have a proven track record in senior management and leadership roles in the mining industry;

· Possess sound financial and business acumen and the ability to influence the main cost drivers for the operation;

· Have the ability to envision the future of the property with strong business planning capabilities;

· Demonstrate first-rate communication skills and an ability to attract, retain and develop talented staff.

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