Job Description
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8 days on, 6 days off roster FIFO from Melbourne
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Join Iluka's new Balranald Operation that deploys a novel, remotely operated, underground mining technology based on Horizontal Direction Drilling platforms to extract ore. Balranald deposit is one of the highest-grade mineral sands deposits in the world, containing significant quantities of titanium minerals rutile and zircon, as well as smaller but material quantities of rare earths.
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About The Location
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Iluka's Balranald operation is located just outside of Balranald township in regional south-western NSW. You can choose to reside locally, drive-in drive-out from towns within the regional area, or fly-in fly-out from a capital city.
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About the Role
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Reporting to the Operations Manager, you are accountable for setting and delivering the strategic direction of the extraction operations team at Balranald, ensuring ore delivery specifications are met, drills are effectively utilised, and the ore body recovered.
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This is a senior leadership role managing a dynamic and complex business unit and therefore requires an individual who demonstrates an elevated level of autonomy, critical thinking, and decision-making ability.
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You can find out about our Balranald operation through the following link:
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operations-resource-
development/operations/balranald/
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Your accountabilities will include:
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Optimise and track mineral extraction operations
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Ensure optimal utilisation of drills, mud plant, fixed surface support plant, drilling and pipe workshops and equipment such that utilisation, throughput, meters, and availability metrics are realised for each drill
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Manage underground mining extraction operations contingent with contracts and industry best practice
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Ensure maximum reserve recovery is achieved through utilising, promoting, and improving plant standard operations practices and systems as well as efficient techniques
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Deploy infrastructure and resources (capital, people, operating etc.) effectively through consulting with internal stakeholders to ensure extraction operations are appropriately planned scheduled and executed
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About you:
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Well-rounded operational leader with experience delivering safe and productive outcomes in mining, resources, or medium to heavy industrial environments
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Proven ability to lead through others, building capability, accountability, and high-performing teams
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Tertiary qualification in Mining, Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline is preferred
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Exposure/experience
in the management of mining, fabrication, engineering or other operational vendors and personnel
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Strong people leadership skills, including coaching leaders, managing performance, and fostering team engagement
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Experience or exposure to drilling operations is a preference but not a requirement
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Our Offer to You:
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Be involved in the ongoing development of a new mine with new mining methods
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Family friendly 8:6 roster
FIFO/DIDO/Residential
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Opportunities for training and career development
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Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
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Competitive remuneration package including allowances and bonus structure
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Company shares matching scheme
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Attractive relocation assistance packages for those interested
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Full working rights in Australia are required for you to be eligible to apply for this role.
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Applications Close: 06 October ****
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Mining, Minerals & Metals 1,*****,000 employees
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Iluka Resources is a leading global producer of the critical minerals zircon and high grade titanium dioxide feedstocks. Iluka has also established a significant position in rare earth elements. As an international supplier of critical minerals, Iluka's products are used in an array of applications including technology, construction, medical, lifestyle and industrial uses. As the world moves towards a smarter, safer and sustainable future, Iluka's high quality products are increasing in demand.
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Iluka Resources is a leading global producer of the critical minerals zircon and high grade titanium dioxide feedstocks. Iluka has also established a significant position in rare earth elements. As an international supplier of critical minerals, Iluka's products are used in an array of applications including technology, construction, medical, lifestyle and industrial uses. As the world moves towards a smarter, safer and sustainable future, Iluka's high quality products are increasing in demand.
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📌 Extraction Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Iluka Resources
📍 Melbourne