MINE MANAGER

To provide strategic and operational leadership for all mining activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production in line with business objectives. The Mine Manager is accountable for production performance, regulatory compliance, and overall mine site management.

• 1. Operational Leadership
• Oversee all mining operations (drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, and ore delivery).
• Ensure production targets are achieved in line with mine plans and budgets.
• Optimize mining methods, equipment utilization, and workforce productivity.
• 2. Strategic Planning & Execution
• Implement short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans in collaboration with Technical Services.
• Contribute to Life of Mine (LOM) planning and resource optimization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• 3. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all HSE policies.
• Ensure adherence to Ghanaian mining regulations and environmental standards.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• 4. Financial & Cost Control
• Develop and manage operational budgets and cost controls.
• Monitor and report on cost performance, identifying variances and implementing corrective measures.
• Ensure cost-effective use of resources including equipment, labor, and consumables.
• 5. Team Leadership & Development
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing mining team.
• Ensure workforce competency through training and development programs.
• Foster a disciplined, accountable, and performance-driven culture.
• 6. Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, including the Minerals Commission Ghana, to ensure compliance.
• Engage with local communities and stakeholders to maintain positive relationships.
• Support audits, inspections, and reporting requirements.
• 7. Reporting & Governance
• Prepare and present operational reports to senior management.
• Ensure accurate production, safety, and cost reporting.
• Maintain proper documentation and governance standards.

• Strong understanding of mine planning and scheduling.
• Knowledge of drill and blast optimization.
• Experience with mining software (e.g., Surpac, Datamine, MineSched).
• Solid financial and cost management skills.
• Strong leadership and decision-making capability.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• High level of accountability and integrity.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a demanding operational environment.