At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a major mining operation, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily activities.
- Company: Join a leading mining company with a focus on long-term career growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, potential for bonuses, and opportunities for advancement.
- Other info: Dynamic role with significant autonomy and career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Take ownership of operations and make a real impact in the mining industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in mining management and strong leadership skills required.
Remuneration: $150,000–$250,000+ Total Potential Package
Roster: Site-based / rotational arrangement
Long-Term Career Potential: This is not viewed as a project-specific hire. The successful individual will have the opportunity to build a long-term career and move between operations, take on broader leadership responsibilities and progress through the business.
The Role:
Xtrava Group is supporting a major mining company with the appointment of an experienced Mine Manager to lead a significant hard-rock mining operation in Eastern Canada. This is a senior site leadership position with responsibility for the safe, efficient and commercially successful delivery of mining activities. The Mine Manager will be given considerable autonomy and will take ownership of operational performance while building strong relationships across the workforce, client and broader project team.
Duties:
- Lead the safe and efficient delivery of day-to-day mining operations
- Oversee production, drill & blast and mine execution
- Manage mobile fleet performance, equipment and workforce utilisation
- Lead and develop supervisors, mining teams and site personnel
- Ensure production and project activities are delivered against schedule and budget
- Maintain strong safety, quality and regulatory standards
- Manage project costs, budgets and commercial performance
- Coordinate contractors, subcontractors and supporting technical functions
- Build effective relationships with the client and key project stakeholders
- Identify and deliver operational and productivity improvements
- Provide clear leadership and accountability across the site
Experience & Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Mine Manager, Mining Manager, Project Manager or equivalent senior operational leader
- Strong understanding of drill & blast, production, mine execution and mining conditions
- Experience leading sizeable site-based mining teams
- Strong knowledge of mobile mining equipment, fleet performance and workforce utilisation
- Demonstrated experience managing budgets, costs and commercial/project performance
- Demonstrated accountability for safety, people and operational performance
- Commercially minded and comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build credibility across operational teams and senior stakeholders
- Visible, pragmatic and safety-focused leadership style
Mining Manager in Ottawa employer: Xtrava Group
Xtrava Group is an exceptional employer that empowers its employees to shape the future of HR strategy across North America. With a strong focus on growth and development, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that values innovation and autonomy, providing ample opportunities for professional advancement. Located in a dynamic industry, Xtrava Group offers a unique chance to make a significant impact while working alongside a passionate team dedicated to excellence.
