Description
Mine managers control, direct, plan and coordinate mining production activities. They have statutory responsibility for safety and are also responsible for environmental impact. They oversee the acquisition, installation, maintenance and storage of mining plant and equipment. They lead and manage according to the organisation's code of conduct.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
communicate on the environmental impact of miningassess operating costdevelop health and safety strategies in miningoversee mine planning activitiesforecast organisational risksoptimise financial performanceensure mining records are maintainedmanage commercial risksensure compliance with safety legislationinterface with anti-mining lobbyiststhink proactivelymanage staffaddress problems criticallymonitor mine productiondeal with pressure from unexpected circumstancespresent reportscommunicate on minerals issuesevaluate mine development projectsmanage emergency proceduresmanage mining plant equipmentcommunicate with customersidentify process improvementssupervise staffapply transportation management conceptsinvestigate mine accidentstroubleshootprepare scientific reportstrain mine engineers