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Operations Manager - Metalliferous

The Redpath Group180 open roles

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13.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. The Redpath Group postings stay open a median of 11 days.

Share of postings closed within
  1. 2.1%1 day
  2. 4.6%3 days
  3. 13.3%7 days
  4. 21.3%14 days
  5. 35.7%30 days
  6. 59.1%60 days
This job: posted 5 days ago

The Redpath Group median: 11 days open

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Redpath Australia is seeking an experienced Metalliferous Operations Manager with extensive underground mining experience to lead a portfolio of underground projects across Queensland. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for driving safe, profitable and high-performing operations while providing mentoring, support and governance to Project Managers and site leadership teams across multiple contracts. We are looking for a senior mining professional with a strong background in underground metalliferous operations and a proven ability to lead complex mining projects and client relationships.

Based on an 8/6 roster with flexibility to meet operational requirements, you will spend the majority of your time on site, building strong client relationships, supporting contract performance and acting as the key escalation point for operational issues. You will oversee major underground mining projects including mine development, production and ground support operations, ensuring Redpath's commitment to Safety First, Last and Always remains at the forefront of everything we do.

As part of one of the world's leading underground mining contractors, you'll join a global business with almost 10,000 employees and a reputation built on technical excellence, innovation and long-term client partnerships. In return, Redpath offers a competitive salary package, company-funded flights and accommodation when required, career development opportunities, salary continuance and life insurance, BUPA health insurance discounts, access to our Redzone rewards program, and industry-leading long service recognition payments of up to $20,000. This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished underground mining leader to make a significant impact on a growing portfolio while helping shape the future of Redpath's metalliferous mining operations.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership across multiple underground metalliferous mining projects.
  • Manage and oversee assigned contracts to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all statutory and company requirements.
  • Lead operational strategy, workforce planning and resource allocation across projects.
  • Monitor project performance, profitability, budgeting and cost control.
  • Support the preparation and review of tenders, submissions and contract documentation.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
  • Lead, coach and develop Project Managers and site leadership teams.
  • Oversee recruitment, training and development of personnel across metalliferous operations.
  • Ensure projects comply with safety, quality, environmental and training requirements.
  • Provide timely and accurate operational and financial reporting.
  • Support project mobilisations, start-ups and operational transitions when required.
  • Manage floating site resources, including Utility Specialists and Graduate Engineers.
  • Drive innovation, continuous improvement and operational excellence across the business.
  • Promote Redpath's values, culture and reputation throughout the industry.

Qualifications

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

  • Extensive experience within underground metalliferous mining operations.
  • Demonstrated success managing multiple projects, contracts or sites.
  • Strong commercial acumen and experience managing project profitability.
  • Experience leading high-performing operational teams.
  • Strong understanding of mining legislation, safety systems and compliance requirements.
  • Experience with tender preparation, contract management and client engagement.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • A proactive and hands-on leadership style.
  • Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.

About Us

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

About Redpath

The Redpath Group is a leading mining contractor with projects across Australia and globally. We specialise in shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, engineering & technical services, and speciality services in the Metalliferous and Coal mining sectors.

Apply Now

Redpath is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates wanting to join a friendly, collaborative team in a fast paced business environment.

We will be shortlisting for this position immediately, so please submit your application by clicking on the 'apply' button below, or visit our website at Careers | Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers

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