Operations Manager Vacancy at Geita Gold Mining
The Operations Manager is responsible for developing and optimizing the mine plan, implementing operating systems, and managing equipment and people to deliver sustainable, reliable production at world-class productivity and cost levels. A critical part of the role is to support, coach, and develop a highly effective team of managers capable of applying industry-leading mining practices, with a focus on mine planning, equipment utilization, workforce capability, and operational systems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Relevant Mining degree or equivalent.
• Post graduate qualification in management – preferable.
EXPERIENCE:
• A Minimum of 10 years’ experience in mining operations, with 7+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Strong background in mine planning, fleet management, and contractor oversight.
• Proven track record of delivering safe, sustainable production within budget in large-scale open-pit and/or underground operations.
MAIN OR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Planning
• Support the Managing Director, Geita, in developing optimized business plans by proposing resource rationalization approaches with associated benefits, risks, and long-term mine plan models.
• Develop and implement a 3–5-year mine plan aligned with company strategy, ensuring sustainable execution of annual plans that deliver safe and cost-effective results.
• Oversee both long-term planning (basis for business plans and budgets) and short-term planning to ensure budget compliance.
• Provide strategic input to ensure mine life sustainability and long-term value creation.
2. Operations Management
• Lead and guide managers to ensure effective delivery of mine operations within the MD Geita business strategy.
• Ensure integration of all mining functions—planning, geology, engineering, operations—through clear leadership structures and alignment across departments.
• Drive localization of management positions within mining operations through structured succession and development planning.
• Design and oversee implementation of operating systems and managerial work practices to achieve consistent delivery to budget.
• Define “good mining practice” and embed continuous performance improvement frameworks.
• Collaborate with the Geology Manager to optimize ore mining methods, balancing productivity, safety, and quality.
• Identify and mitigate risks while leveraging opportunities across the business cycle.
3. Contractor Management
• Define expectations for contractors, ensuring alignment with company standards for safety, cost, quality, and productivity.
• Oversee contract management frameworks to ensure accountability and delivery of mining outcomes.
4. Mining Fleet Management
• Direct the optimization of mining fleet selection and maintenance schedules to ensure required equipment availability.
• Guide managers in developing alternative fleet rationalization scenarios to achieve cost efficiency in the medium to long term.
• Monitor performance of fleet utilization and provide leadership for con.
