Mine Manager Job vacancy
At least five years of mine management experience,
preferably on small to mid-sized underground gold mines in Africa.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Will be responsible for all aspects of running multiple mine shafts in both production and development stages, the over ground laboratory and processing operations.
Around ten individuals will report directly into the Manager including the plant manager, the underground manager, the head of engineering and head of finance/security.
Management of the underground reef mining operations of two mine shafts; providing oversight and management of the crushing plant and milling operations on the surface.
Oversight of the company’s small Carbon “In Pulp” (CIP) operation, including the carbon extraction and elution process.
Maintain oversight of the gold room and concentrates, amalgam, elutions and basic refining of bullion on-site.
To prepare operational plans for the board of directors and to ensure these are met.
To oversee the financial management (including budgets), accounting and reporting of the company.
To be responsible for efficient and effective stock management and mine stores.
Working with the head of finances to ensure proper stock and cash controls are maintained.
To provide strong leadership, management, development and training for all staff at the mine.
To ensure high standards of health and safety are met throughout the mine.
To manage financial and operational risks at the mine, identify problem areas, operational concerns and policies and procedures.
To develop and maintain excellent relations with local authorities including governors, the Department of Labour, the Tax office and Mines department. Broad experience in all aspects of Gold mining from underground mine management, plant management and engineering, laboratory and Gold processing expertise.
A basic understanding of geology, construction, plumbing, electrics and mechanics.
A good leader who is able to develop and work well with large teams of local and ex-pat employees.
An ability to understand and manage operational resources to achieve the highest levels of efficiency.
Typical working hours are 7am to 4pm Monday to Friday and from 7am to 1pm on Saturday’s. Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends is important.
A generous salary package is offered for the right candidate.
APPLICATION
Urgently apply if you are interested and attach your CV in word format to: ronald@oxfordrecruitment.co.zw