Executive General Manager - Assets

- Lead a substantial mining fleet, maintenance services and workshop operation
- Lift leadership capability, commercial discipline and operational performance
- Perth-based executive role within an established mining services business

Our client, SMS Mining Services is an established Western Australian business delivering equipment rental, maintenance and contract mining services. Backed by an affiliate of global investment firm Värde Partners, SMS combines practical mining services expertise with the backing to support its growth ambitions. The company is seeking an Executive General Manager - Assets to lead a division central to its operational performance, commercial success and future development. Reporting to the CEO, you will lead through the General Manager - Assets and Maintenance Services Manager. Your remit covers fleet performance, onsite and offsite maintenance, workshops, repairs, rebuilds and planning. You will set clear priorities, develop your leaders and hold them accountable for results and success will partially emenate from our understanding of the economics of keeping mining equipment working.

Availability, utilisation, component life, maintenance cost and turnaround times all matter. You can weigh repair expenditure against contract requirements and asset value,



anticipate fleet renewal needs and challenge decisions that do not make commercial sense.

Your background will be in mining contracting, heavy equipment rental or substantial repair, rebuild and maintenance operations. You understand that client requirements change and plans must adapt. You bring technical credibility, sound commercial judgement and proven GM or equivalent leadership experience.

Just as importantly, you can lead people. You give managers direction, delegate effectively and build accountability across workshops and dispersed teams. You remain visible to the workforce, communicate clearly and take responsibility for developing and retaining capable people.

You will establish a disciplined operating rhythm, with clear measures, regular reviews and timely action.

This is an chance to make a substantial contribution to SMS Mining Services, strengthening its fleet performance, maintenance capability and leadership team. Your success will be measured in safer operations, more reliable equipment, productive workshops and stronger financial results - building the foundations for the company’s next phase of growth.

For a confidential discussion, contact Brian Briscoe on 08 9401 8080 or email [email protected]. Applications deadline has been extended to November 18th.

📌 Executive General Manager (City of Perth)
🏢 SMS Mining Services
📍 City of Perth