Xanda Group has been retained by an ASX-listed global Tier 1 mining company, with a head office in Perth and a multibillion-dollar market cap. Our client's strategic objective is to deliver sustainable, responsible and productive production from its portfolio, develop quality assets, and maintain a strong financial position to support growth in mineral reserves and production through disciplined strategic transactions. Our client's operating performance, combined with strong commodity prices, delivered record financial results in ****, and the company carries no debt.
Purpose of the Position
The Technical Services Manager is responsible for leading the Technical Services function to deliver integrated mine planning, design and technical governance that enables safe, predictable and value-optimised production. The role integrates geology, planning, geotechnical and ventilation inputs to ensure site and department targets are met in a safe, efficient manner, in accordance with company standards and in full compliance with relevant legislative and statutory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate full compliance with OHS and Environmental Management System standards by participating in initiatives, investigations, training and audits, and championing safety values across the department
Lead the development and integration of short, medium and long-term mine plans, translating strategic objectives into executable plans that balance safety, production, cost,



risk and orebody value
Ensure the integrity and governance of mine design, planning and scheduling processes, providing technical assurance and risk management across planning, design and execution
Lead technical studies and evaluations to support asset optimisation, growth and long-term viability
Manage the Technical Services function, including the Geotechnical, Mine Planning and Ventilation Superintendents, building capability, accountability and alignment across disciplines
Partner with the Mining Manager, Processing, Maintenance, HSE and Finance to align plans, assumptions and costs across the business
Deliver accurate and timely technical reporting, forecasting and analysis to support decision-making at site and Group level
The Candidate
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mining) or a related discipline
Statutory certification relevant to mining operations in Western Australia
Postgraduate qualification in business, management or mineral economics (desirable)
10+ years' experience in an underground mining environment, including technical services
5 years in a senior technical leadership role, leading managers or superintendents
Sound knowledge of life of mine planning, resource and reserve integration, and the geotechnical and ventilation constraints that shape mine design
Proven ability to lead leaders and manage technical risk in high-pressure environments
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📌 Technical Services Manager (Cairns)
🏢 Xanda Group
📍 Cairns