Underground Mine Manager at Airswift

Job Reference 1195933
Key Responsibilities and background:  

• Oversee day-to-day mining operations, including drilling, blasting, ore extraction, and transportation. Optimize processes for maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Prioritize and champion a culture of safety, ensuring that all mining activities comply with safety regulations and guidelines. Implement and maintain safety protocols, training programs, and emergency response plans.
• Manage equipment, resources, and supplies efficiently to minimize downtime and reduce operational costs. Ensure regular maintenance and replacement of equipment as necessary.
• Develop and execute production plans, including ore extraction schedules, to meet production targets and maximize profitability.
• Prepare and manage the mining budget, identifying opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining or improving safety and production standards.
•  Provide regular reports to senior management on the operation's performance, safety, production, and financial metrics.
•  Stay informed about and ensure compliance with all local, state, and national mining regulations and permits.
•  Implement quality control measures to maintain ore quality standards and reduce waste during the extraction and processing of tin. 

Critical Skills & Personal Attributes: 

• Previous experience in the area of drilling management and team coordination. 
• Degree in engineering, mining, geotechnics and similar.  
• Fluency in English
• Familiarity with Nigerian mining regulations and permitting processes.
• At least 7-10 years of experience in underground mining operations, with a proven track record in a leadership role