mine production manager

Description

Mine production managers coordinate and implement short and medium term mine production schedules and plans, such as drilling, blasting, ore and mineral extraction, and waste management.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

electricity mine safety legislation impact of geological factors on mining operations mining engineering

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

health and safety hazards underground electrical engineering mechanical engineering geology

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

manage emergency procedures identify process improvements supervise staff address problems critically monitor mine costs manage medium term objectives manage staff manage heavy equipment report on production results monitor mine production deal with pressure from unexpected circumstances ensure compliance with safety legislation advise on mine equipment think proactively use mine planning software deputise for the mine manager plan medium to long term objectives present reports

OPTIONALOptional competences

prepare scientific reports design plant waste procedures investigate mine accidents train mine engineers communicate on minerals issues