Mining Pit Superintendent (Drill / Blast / Planning / Surface / Open Pit / Mining)

Responsibilities:  

• Develop and execute comprehensive mine plans and schedules.
• Monitor and optimize production levels, ore grades, and operational costs.
• Collaborate with geology, maintenance, and other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Lead, mentor, and support supervisors, engineers, and operators.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Manage and control costs related to labor, equipment, and materials.
• Conduct performance evaluations and facilitate training and professional development.
• Enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure work environment.
• Perform regular safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance.
• Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, permits, and licensing obligations.
• Maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies and key stakeholders.
• Work closely with departments such as processing, maintenance, and exploration.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and oversee budgets for open-pit operations.
• Monitor expenditures to ensure alignment with budgets and business goals.
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in open-pit mining.
• Leverage technical expertise to optimize mine operations and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering
• Between 5 – 10 years experience in open pit mining, including supervisory and management roles
• Proficiency in mine planning software systems, drill & blast and explosives roles or qualification will be advantageous
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards

Benefits and Contractual information

• Market related salary

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

Duncan Spitzer

Executive Talent Consultant

CA Mining                                       

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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