Job Description
Description
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Hire Resolve is assisting mining organisations in hiring experienced mining professionals across Australia. This is a multi-role opportunity spanning several functions within the sector, including mine operations, technical services, mineral processing, maintenance and reliability, projects, and health, safety and environment (HSE/WHS) leadership. These positions suit mid- to senior-level professionals and provide a clear pathway toward superintendent, manager, and senior site or regional leadership roles.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead or support safe, efficient mining and processing operations across surface and/or underground environments
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Strengthen WHS compliance and site safety systems, including risk assessments, safe work method statements, incident prevention, and audit readiness (requirements vary by state/territory)
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Drive operational performance through production planning, KPI management, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives
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Provide technical input to mine planning and scheduling, drill-and-blast performance,
geotechnical/ground
control, and ventilation strategies (as applicable)
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Optimise processing plant performance (throughput, recovery, product quality) through troubleshooting and improvement projects (where applicable)
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Oversee maintenance and reliability strategies for mobile and fixed plant assets, including shutdown planning and asset performance improvement
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Manage contractors and service providers to ensure safe execution, quality delivery, and adherence to scope, schedule, and budget
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Support project execution and operational readiness activities,



including commissioning support and change management
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Develop teams through coaching, competency development, and structured performance management
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Prepare transparent reporting for operational leadership, governance, and stakeholder decision-making
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Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering,
Geology/Geoscience,
Mechanical/Electrical
Engineering, Metallurgy/Mineral Processing, HSE/WHS, or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience for certain
operations/maintenance
leadership roles)
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Typically 5–12+ years of progressive experience in mining, minerals processing,
quarrying/aggregates,
or comparable heavy industrial environments
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Demonstrated WHS capability, including practical risk management, incident investigation, and contractor safety control (noting mining WHS frameworks and regulators differ across jurisdictions)
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Experience in one or more of the following: operations leadership, technical services, mine
planning/scheduling,
processing optimisation,
maintenance/reliability,
projects, or HSE/WHS management systems
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Familiarity with common tools and systems such as CMMS/EAM (e.g., SAP, Maximo),
planning/scheduling
software, condition monitoring tools, and Microsoft Office (Excel; Power BI advantageous)
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in site-based environments
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Ability to work on-site and in field conditions; flexibility for FIFO/DIDO, rostered shifts, and travel depending on site requirements
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Benefits
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Extra Superannuation - Pension plan
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Unpaid Extended Leave
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Training & Development
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📌 Mid-Senior Mining Professionals (Perth)
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📍 Perth