Communications Operations Manager - Mining Industry
* Newcastle & Hunter region | Full-time | Permanent Role
* Lead, mentor and deliver with one of Newcastle's most established mining organisation
* Competitive salary and benefits
Join an innovative organisation which is dedicated to delivering solutions that drive real impact.
We're seeking an experienced
Communications Operations Manager
to lead and oversee the delivery, maintenance and performance of communication systems across a large-scale mining operation. This is a senior leadership position reporting directly to the CEO, providing both strategic direction and hands-on oversight to ensure all communications infrastructure operates to the highest standard.
About the Opportunity
As the Communications Operations Manager, you will manage a skilled team of technicians responsible for maintaining RF technology, digital, and UHF/VHF radio repeater systems, including repeater and telemetry networks across the site. You will have full accountability for operational performance, budgets and long-term planning, ensuring communication systems effectively support safety, production, and operational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide leadership and strategic oversight for all site communication operations.
* Manage a team of communications technicians, driving high performance and technical excellence.
* Oversee the design, installation, maintenance and optimisation of RF, UHF/VHF and digital repeater systems.
* Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and procurement activities.
* Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
* Collaborate closely with the CEO, executive team and key operational leaders to align communications strategies with business goals.
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives and implement technology upgrades to enhance system performance and reliability.
About You
* Qualifications in communications, electronics, or a related field (trade or tertiary).
* Proven leadership experience in communications operations within mining or heavy industry.
* Strong technical background in RF, UHF/VHF and digital communication systems.
* Demonstrated experience managing teams, budgets and large-scale operational systems.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage at all organisational levels.
Why Join
This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a critical operational function and work closely with executive leadership to shape the future of communication systems across a major mining operation. You'll lead a capable team, drive strategic initiatives, and play a key role in ensuring safe, connected, and efficient site operations.
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values technical excellence and people leadership, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.
At ASR Recruitment we are dedicated to fostering inclusive and diverse workplaces for our clients. We value the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions that individuals from all backgrounds bring to a team. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals identifying as LGBTQIA+, women, people of all ages, those living with disabilities, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Diversity strengthens organisations, and we are proud to support our clients in building teams that reflect and celebrate this.