Your new company
Join a major mining development project in the Northern Territory, focused on delivering sustainable outcomes in the agriculture and industrial sectors. This project is set to become one of Australia's significant contributors to the global phosphate supply, with first production targeted for late 2025.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Technical Services Manager to lead our technical services team and support the safe, efficient, and sustainable development of mining operations. This role is responsible for overseeing mine planning, geology, surveying, and engineering functions, ensuring alignment with operational goals and regulatory requirements. This is a full-time Permanent role on an 8 days on / 6 days off FIFO roster, preferably from Darwin, Cairns, Townsville, or Brisbane.
Your key responsibilities will be:
Lead and manage the technical services team, including Mining Engineers, Geologists, and Surveyors.
Develop and maintain mine plans in collaboration with operations, driving continuous improvement in mine design, scheduling, and operational efficiency.
Oversee geological modelling, resource estimation, and grade control processes.
Ensure accurate and timely surveying and reporting of mine production and development.
Manage technical studies, feasibility assessments, and project evaluations.
Provide technical input into budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
What you'll need to succeed
Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).
Extensive experience in mining operations, including in a leadership role, familiarity with stratified orebodies is advantageous.
Demonstrated expertise in mine scheduling, geological modelling, grade control, and sampling techniques.
Proficiency in mine planning and geology modelling software (e.g. Deswik, Surpac, Vulcan, Micromine, Datamine, Leapfrog Geo).
Proven experience in managing multidisciplinary technical teams.
Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
What you'll get in return
You will join a dynamic and forward-thinking leadership team as they embark on the development of a new phosphate mining project in the Northern Territory. This is a unique opportunity to contribute from the ground up and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a major mining operation.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click on ‘Apply now’ or contact Victor LAURENT at Hays on 0889436036 or email victor.laurent@hays.com.au.
