Our client, NORWEST, is a growing Civil Construction & Logistics Company based in the Karratha and Wickham area of Western Australia. They are currently seeking an experienced Production Manager (Mining) to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, organised and safety-focused professional seeking a stable full-time position with a supportive team.

About the Role
As a Production Manager (Mining), you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing production activities, personnel, plant and equipment to ensure operations are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with company and site requirements.
Key responsibilities include:

Plan, coordinate and oversee daily production and operational activities
Supervise and coordinate production personnel, operators and other team members
Monitor production schedules, targets and operational requirements
Coordinate the efficient use of plant, equipment, materials and labour
Monitor production performance and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency
Ensure production activities are carried out safely and in accordance with workplace procedures
Conduct regular inspections of work areas, plant and equipment
Identify and report operational issues, equipment faults and maintenance requirements
Coordinate with maintenance personnel to minimise equipment downtime
Ensure production records, reports, timesheets and other documentation are completed accurately
Monitor the quality and quantity of production outputs
Assist with workforce planning, scheduling and allocation of duties
Liaise with supervisors, contractors, customers and other stakeholders as required




Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and site procedures
Support the implementation of operational policies, procedures and continuous improvement initiatives
Provide guidance and support to production staff
Assist with resolving operational issues and production delays
Perform overtime when required to meet operational requirements

Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Relevant qualification in Mining, Engineering, Production Management, Operations Management or a related field
Previous experience in production management, preferably within mining, civil construction or heavy industry
Demonstrated experience supervising production teams and coordinating daily operations
Robust understanding of mining, production and workplace safety requirements
Experience coordinating plant, equipment, labour and production schedules
Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to monitor production performance and achieve operational targets
Good understanding of maintenance requirements and equipment utilisation
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate operational reports and documentation
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with supervisors, operators, contractors and management
Ability to work independently and take responsibility for operational outcomes
Reliable, professional and safety-focused attitude
Flexibility and availability to perform overtime when required

Essential Requirements
Relevant qualification and/or demonstrated experience in production or operations management
Demonstrated experience managing production activities within mining, civil construction or a related industry

📌 Production Manager (Mining) (Karratha)
🏢 MW Employment Solutions
📍 Karratha