Assistant Manager, Infrastructure

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Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Job description:

Core Responsability

Dewatering (Operations & Maintenance)

·       Oversee and manage all dewatering systems within the pit to ensure safe and uninterrupted mining operations

·       Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and optimization of pumps, pipelines, and associated infrastructure

·       Develop and implement dewatering plans aligned with short- and medium-term mine plans

·       Monitor water levels, risks, and system performance, ensuring proactive mitigation actions

·       Electrical Infrastructure (Service Mine Ops)

·       Manage overhead power lines around the pit and ensure reliable electrical supply to mining operations

·       Oversee electrification systems for shovels and drills, ensuring availability and performance

·       Supervise trolley line maintenance, expansion, and construction projects

·       Ensure compliance with electrical standards, safety regulations, and operational requirements

·       Road Construction and Maintenance

·       Supervise construction and maintenance of in-pit roads (temporary and permanent)

·       Ensure roads are built and maintained to required safety, drainage, and operational standards

·       Optimize road design, conditions, and performance to improve haulage efficiency and reduce costs

·       Coordinate with production teams to ensure road availability aligns with mine plans

·       General Infrastructure & Leadership

·       Lead and manage Dewatering, Electrical (Service Ops), and Road Maintenance Superintendents

·       Ensure integration of infrastructure activities with mine production plans

·       Monitor performance, costs, and KPIs related to infrastructure services

·       Drive continuous improvement initiatives across infrastructure operations

·       Ensure high safety standards and compliance with all site procedures and regulations

·       Serve as key contact point between infrastructure teams and production.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in open pit mining operations
• Proven experience managing infrastructure services (dewatering, electrical, or roads)
• Experience in supervisory or management roles
• Exposure to large-scale mining operations and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in project execution and operational support

Job Specific Competencies

• Strong knowledge of open pit mining operations and infrastructure systems
• Advanced understanding of dewatering systems, electrical reticulation, and road construction practices
• Leadership and team management skills with ability to coordinate multiple disciplines
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making capability
• Planning and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities
• Working knowledge of mine planning and infrastructure design tools
• Ability to interface effectively with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams

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