This is not viewed as a project-specific hire. The successful individual will have the opportunity to build a long-term career and move between operations, take on broader leadership responsibilities and progress through the business.
The Role: Xtrava Group is supporting a major mining company with the appointment of an experienced
Mine Manager
to lead a significant hard-rock mining operation in Eastern Canada.
This is a senior site leadership position with responsibility for the protected, efficient and commercially successful delivery of mining activities.
The Mine Manager will be given considerable autonomy and will take ownership of operational performance while building strong relationships across the workforce, client and broader project team.
Duties
Lead the safe and efficient delivery of day-to-day mining operations
Oversee production, drill & blast and mine execution
Manage mobile fleet performance, equipment and workforce utilisation
Lead and develop supervisors, mining teams and site personnel
Ensure production and project activities are delivered against schedule and budget
Maintain strong safety,
quality and regulatory standards
Manage project costs, budgets and commercial performance
Coordinate contractors, subcontractors and supporting technical functions
Build effective relationships with the client and key project stakeholders
Identify and deliver operational and productivity improvements
Provide clear leadership and accountability across the site
Experience & Requirements
Previous experience as a Mine Manager, Mining Manager, Project Manager or equivalent senior operational leader
Strong understanding of drill & blast, production, mine execution and mining conditions
Experience leading sizeable site-based mining teams
Strong knowledge of mobile mining equipment, fleet performance and workforce utilisation
Demonstrated experience managing budgets, costs and commercial/project performance
Demonstrated accountability for safety, people and operational performance
Commercially minded and comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy
Strong communication skills with the ability to build credibility across operational teams and senior stakeholders
Visible, pragmatic and safety-focused leadership style