Foreman - Mine (Underground)

Macmahon is a leading Australian contract mining company with projects throughout Australia and South East Asia. Delivering a comprehensive range of surface and underground mining, civil design and construction, performance enhancement, mine site maintenance and rehabilitation services to the resources sector, Macmahon offers great opportunities for a diverse and exciting career in mining.

Due to continued growth the Macmahon Underground team have a number of new opportunities and are seeking a Mine Foreman to work a 2/2 or 8/6 (day shift only) roster, FIFO out of Perth, for one of our underground Operations.  This is an exciting opportunity for a high calibre mine foreman or experienced shift supervisor to step into a critical role and put their stamp on a project from the start. 

Position responsibilities:

To provide effective leadership and day to day management of the Underground workforce and resources to deliver the requirements of the Scope of Works in relation to Safety, Productivity and Cost

Lead and motivate direct reports and others to demand high standards of safety performance. Lead by example, work, promote and manage in accordance with established work rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Model and promote behaviours in line with Macmahon Values, Vision and Code of Conduct

Identify and implement improvement opportunities leading to safer work practices and increased efficiencies and lower costs

 

To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate the following skills:

Strong understanding of both equipment and human resource capability and productivities

Understand mine plans, mining techniques and the ability to optimise mine production

Able to assess people performance and manage a team to meet safety and production requirements


Essential requirements:

Statutory Qualifications for Supervision (WA Shift Supervisor Competency)

Extensive Underground experience (10+ years in operational roles)

Proven track record in operational performance management

Effective operational planning and ability to ensure that the mining program meets or exceeds the required forecasts/budgets

Ability to manage, lead and promote a safe, productive and cost-effective workforce

Strong analytical and reasoning skills

Strong ethics and values driven

Honest, integral and fair

Positive, proactive attitude and work ethic

Strong communication and stakeholder relationship building skills

Senior First Aid Certificate

Driver’s Licence

 

Desirable requirements:

Certificate III & IV (Training and Assessing)

Certification in Frontline Management

Certification in Risk Management Processes

Financial Acumen Course (or similar)

Macmahon will offer you the ability to join a dynamic team in a position where you can quickly make a difference and see tangible results. You will receive an attractive remuneration package which acknowledges your qualifications and experience as well as long term career prospects.