Open Pit Manager
We are pleased to be partnering with a leading WA Gold producer to recruit an Open Pit Manager on a permanent basis within the Kalgoorlie goldfields. Reporting directly to the Mining Manager, this is a key leadership position where you'll drive operational excellence, build high-performing teams, and deliver outstanding safety, production and cost outcomes.
Working on an 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster from Perth.
If you're a collaborative leader who thrives on developing people, optimising performance, and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Requirements:
What's on Offer:
A long-life operation with a strong production outlook, alongside a supportive and collaborative leadership team and site culture.
An exceptional salary package is on offer, together with a highly attractive two-tiered bonus structure.
Unfortunately, MPI are only able to consider people with appropriate and relevant experience, and who are either Australian Permanent Residents or have the necessary permits to work in Australia and whom are currently in Australia.
Working on an 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster from Perth.
If you're a collaborative leader who thrives on developing people, optimising performance, and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership across open pit mining operations, ensuring safe, efficient and productive performance
- Deliver production, budget and operational targets while maintaining the highest safety standards
- Optimise mining assets, equipment utilisation and operational resources to maximise business performance
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce costs and improve operational outcomes
- Collaborate closely with contractors and cross-functional teams to achieve Life of Mine objectives
- Lead operational planning, reporting and execution to support sustainable long-term performance
- Build and maintain a positive culture founded on accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and care for people.
Key Requirements:
- Minimum of 10 years experience in hard rock, open pit mining, ideally within WA gold operations
- Degree in Mining Engineering recognised in Australia
- WA Quarry Manager’s certificate (essential)
- Strong knowledge of open pit mining methods, contractor management and operational optimisation
- Demonstrated ability to align safety, production, and planning outcomes
- Proven experience managing budgets, forecasts, and cost performance
- A strategic leader with excellent communication skills and a focus on long-term success
- A WA First Class Mine Manager's certificate will be highly regarded.
What's on Offer:
A long-life operation with a strong production outlook, alongside a supportive and collaborative leadership team and site culture.
An exceptional salary package is on offer, together with a highly attractive two-tiered bonus structure.
Unfortunately, MPI are only able to consider people with appropriate and relevant experience, and who are either Australian Permanent Residents or have the necessary permits to work in Australia and whom are currently in Australia.
Nathan Giglia
Principal Consultant | Mining and Resources
If you have any questions about this role, please contact me.
Job ID: 40512 NG
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