Mine Manager

The Mine Manager will lead and oversee all open-pit gold mining operations, driving execution from early site establishment and mine development through to full-scale commercial extraction. Responsible for setting up operational systems for a new mining company, this role applies strong project management to optimize life-of-mine planning, pit designs, drill-and-blast, load-and-haul fleets, dewatering, and waste dump management while ensuring strict statutory safety compliance and operational efficiency.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee day-to-day open-pit mining activities, including drilling, blasting, load-and-haul cycles, and grade control to consistently achieve production and throughput targets.
• Lead operational setup and mine sequencing across pre-development, active extraction, and post-closure stages, managing project timelines, CAPEX/OPEX budgets, and resource allocation.
• Oversee pit slope stability, quarry operations, waste dump construction, haul road maintenance, and pit dewatering systems to ensure safe and efficient ground conditions.
• Collaborate with geology, mine planning, and processing teams to optimize life-of-mine (LOM) designs, short- and long-term mine schedules, and ore blending strategies.
• Enforce strict adherence to statutory mining regulations, corporate safety protocols, and environmental standards to maintain a zero-harm operational culture.
• Mentor and lead multi-disciplinary operational crews, manage mining contractors, and promote a productive, accountable site team culture.

Key Qualifications & Requirements

• Licensed/Registered Mining Engineer with a relevant bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive open-pit mining experience with a proven track record in project management and operations; gold commodity experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in early-stage site development or establishing new mining operations.
• Willing to be site-based in Cawilan, Tubod, Surigao del Norte.