This role requires the candidate to work in Central
Province, Papua New Guinea. Client Overview Our client is a rapidly
growing mining and natural resources company focused on the
exploration, development, and production of gold and base metal
assets across Papua New Guinea. Listed on the Australian Securities
Exchange (ASX), the company is leading the redevelopment of a
historic underground gold mining operation while expanding its
portfolio of high-potential exploration licenses within one of the
world's most prospective mineral regions. Operating in a highly
remote and logistically complex environment, the organization
manages underground mining infrastructure, mineral processing
facilities, transportation networks, and site support operations to
deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable production. With a strong
commitment to operational excellence, environmental stewardship,
and community engagement, the company continues to invest in contemporary
mining practices, workforce capability, and long-term resource
development. Job Role The Head of Mining Operations is the senior
site leadership role responsible for directing all underground
mining activities, ensuring secure, efficient, and commercially
successful production across the operation. This position provides
strategic leadership for mine development, production planning,
contractor management, operational performance, and workforce
capability while maintaining strict compliance with statutory
mining regulations and international safety standards. Working
closely with Technical Services, Geology, Processing, and Executive
Management,



the successful candidate will drive production
performance, optimize operational efficiency, manage large
multidisciplinary teams, and foster a high-performance safety
culture within a challenging remote FIFO mining environment. Key
Responsibilities Provide overall leadership for underground mining
operations, ensuring safe, productive, and efficient execution of
mine development, production, ground support, ventilation, and mine
services. Collaborate with Technical Services and Geology teams to
develop and execute short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans
aligned with production targets and business objectives. Champion
safety leadership by ensuring full compliance with mining
legislation, statutory requirements, and the Mine Safety Management
System. Manage departmental budgets, operational costs, capital
expenditure planning, and continuous cost optimization initiatives.
Oversee contractor performance to ensure compliance with
productivity targets, contractual obligations, operational
standards, and safety requirements. Lead, mentor, and develop
Mining Superintendents, Shift Bosses, Supervisors, Engineers, and
operational personnel while supporting succession planning and
leadership development.



Monitor production performance, identify
operational risks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
to maximize mine productivity and operational reliability. Foster
strong collaboration across mine operations, technical services,
maintenance, processing, and support functions to achieve overall
site performance objectives. Candidate Requirements Open to all
nationalities with eligibility to obtain the necessary work permits
and travel authorization for Papua New Guinea. Bachelor's degree in
Mining Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Must hold a valid PNG Metalliferous Mine Manager's Certificate of
Competency (CoC), or demonstrate immediate eligibility to obtain
one. Valid driver's license. Minimum 10 years of underground mining
experience with at least 5 years in senior mining leadership roles
such as Mine Manager, Underground Manager, Head of Mining, or
equivalent. Proven experience leading underground mining operations
within remote FIFO environments. Strong operational experience in
narrow-vein underground mining methods. Comprehensive knowledge of
mine planning, production scheduling, ground support systems, mine
ventilation, contractor management, and mine management
technologies. Solid leadership, decision-making, stakeholder
management, and operational planning capabilities. Excellent
understanding of mining safety systems, statutory compliance, and
operational risk management. Professional fluency in written and
spoken English. Job Code: #787

📌 Head of Mining Operations (Gold Mine) (Victoria)
🏢 MatchaTalent
📍 Victoria