As a leader in our industry, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of operations. We are seeking an experienced Operations Leader to join our team and drive excellence in all aspects of our business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead by Example: Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, identify and develop talent to help them grow professionally.
* Drive Continuous Improvement: Use lean methodologies and problem-solving techniques to optimise production processes, maximise efficiency, and minimise downtime.
* Safety First: Ensure strict compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental regulations, prioritising safety as the highest value, conducting regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
* Results-Driven: Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and success, using data to make sound, data-driven decisions.
* Effective Resource Management: Allocate resources and manage budgets to support team objectives, promptly identifying and resolving any operational issues.
* Collaborative Communication: Communicate effectively with your team, supervisors, and other stakeholders, building and maintaining strong relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations.
What's on Offer:
* Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.
* Family-friendly rosters that allow you to be home after each shift.
* Generous leave entitlements of five weeks annual leave.
* Employee growth and development opportunities.
* Parental leave support for all caregivers.
* Salary packaging for a novated car lease, employee share plan, and superannuation options.
Requirements:
* In-depth knowledge of mine operations (ideally mine development – topsoil and overburden stripping, secondary overburden removal, stockpile and ramp construction, blast pattern preparation).
* Demonstrated ability to manage and lead teams.
* Demonstrated versatility, strong coordinating skills, and capable of rapidly acquiring familiarity with and responding to diverse and changing environments.
* A high level of strategic thinking, planning, and problem-solving skills.
* Hold or be willing to complete Schedule 26 - Statutory Supervisor accreditation.
* Minimum 2 years' experience in a leadership position or have worked in a similar operation or industry.
About the Location:
Huntly is one of our bauxite mines in Western Australia. Established in 1976 and located east of North Dandalup in WA, it is the world's second-largest bauxite mine, supplying ore to our refinery. Bauxite ore from our Huntly and Willowdale mines helps to produce almost half of Australia's alumina and approximately 19 per cent of Australia's aluminium. Our workplace is an inclusive and respectful environment, where we embrace change, new ideas, and equal opportunity to succeed.
We are values-led, vision-driven, and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to inclusion, diversity, and equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful, and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying, and harassment. This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging.