Celestial Pacific operates the Hellyer Operation near Waratah in North West Tasmania, currently in a restart phase across three production streams, including direct-shipping ore from the Fossey underground deposit.
As part of Celestial Pacific Group, we're rebuilding a modern, safety-led operation from the ground up and we're looking for an experienced leader to own the underground production front.
About the role
Reporting to the Executive General Manager – Mining, the Underground Manager is accountable for the safe, compliant and effective delivery of underground development and production at Fossey.
You'll be a key member of the operations leadership team, shaping the way the underground operation runs as it moves from restart into steady-state production.
Key responsibilities
Lead underground development and production to meet physicals, ore quality and cost targets
Drive a visible, uncompromising safety culture and ensure compliance with the Work Health and Safety legislation and Tasmanian supplementary requirements
Manage production scheduling, resource allocation and short-interval control in conjunction with mining engineering and geology




Set and uphold ground support and ventilation standards in partnership with geotechnical and technical services
Lead, coach and develop underground supervisors and crews
Manage budgets, contractor performance and cost control across the underground stream
Contribute to continuous improvement as the operation scales up post-restart
About you
Extensive underground metalliferous mining experience, including in a production or operations leadership capacity
Relevant tertiary qualification and/or statutory competencies applicable to underground metalliferous operations
Strong track record leading safety performance and embedding compliant systems of work
Experience in restart, development or ramp-up environments highly regarded
Sound commercial and budget management capability
Genuine people-leadership skills and the ability to build a crew from the ground up
What's on offer
A rare opportunity to shape an underground operation from restart
Competitive remuneration package with bonus / incentive details available
Long-term career prospects as the operation grows
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📌 Underground Manager (Tasmania)
🏢 Celestial Pacific Group
📍 Tasmania