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We're looking for an experienced and well-rounded Mine Manager (also known as Quarry Manager) to oversee operations at our East End limestone mine, located in the Gladstone region. As part of Australia's largest integrated cement operation, we believe that the foundation of our success starts with quarry management and the mining of raw materials. In this role, you'll lead your team in safely and efficiently mining the product, while ensuring adherence to safety, health, and environmental standards, including the transport of materials to our Fisherman’s Landing site.
You will manage both operational and maintenance activities. As a key leader within our Gladstone operations, you'll play an integral role in driving both strategic and operational outcomes for the region. Balancing the demands of daily operations with long‑term goals, you'll make decisions that prioritise safety, sustainability, and cost‑effectiveness. Your ability to quickly identify and resolve challenges, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and inspire your team will be key to making a meaningful impact on the East End site.
To successfully lead our operations at the East End mine you will:
- Implement and maintain the mine's Safety & Health Management System by promoting good SHEQ behaviours and challenging non‑compliance.
- Plan and coordinate resources to identify and control risk and hazards. Ensure good housekeeping, environmental compliance and community consideration are maintained.
- Manage day‑to‑day work responsibilities for direct reports (including contractors and subcontractors such as drill and blast contractor).
- Ensure the site's operations are performed in the most cost‑effective way, reviewing and reporting on costs.
- Manage mine outputs to ensure raw material quality and variability are of a high standard and meet production requirements.
- Ensure the mine is progressively developed, creating daily and weekly mine schedules with long‑term consideration.
- Develop and manage the East End Mine capital portfolio.
- Lead, recruit and develop the people resources of the site to ensure employee productivity and engagement.
- Develop and implement mine strategic plans for the site.
- Provide monthly production KPI reporting.
- Responsibly manage the ongoing operation, maintenance and efficiency of mine equipment (fixed & mobile plant), overseeing planned maintenance as per schedule and budget.
- Proactively engage with key stakeholders.
What You’ll Bring
- Qualifications in Mining Engineering, Geology or a related area.
- Experience as a Mining Engineer or in mine planning at limestone or a similar mine or quarry.
- Successful proven record in mining for cement operations in a leadership role.
- Site Senior Executive certification (over 20 people) or eligibility to obtain.
- Solid leadership skills combined with experience managing teams in mining/quarrying.
- People management skills, ideally including experience in leading operational staff.
- A focus on safety and environment with demonstrated commitment to these areas.
- An aptitude for and success in budget and cost management.
- Experience in both mobile and fixed plant assets.
- Well‑developed written and verbal communication.
- Ability and willingness to live locally in the Gladstone region.
Why Join Cement Australia?
- Be Yourself: Be your authentic self in a diverse and dedicated workplace where we focus on achieving great results together.
- Paid Parental Leave: We offer leave options (12 weeks paid maternity leave, 1 week paid paternal leave) to support your family life.
- Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on technology and work‑related items through our salary sacrifice program.
- Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with an SGfleet, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.
- Discounted Products: Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.
- Salaried Day Off each month: All salaried roles now have the option to work a 19‑day month.
- Health & Well‑being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance (Medibank), and access to our EAP program, and a reimbursement of up to $1,000 p.a. for a gym membership; or a $1,000 World Travel Voucher.
Who We Are
Cement Australia has been at the heart of the nation’s infrastructure for decades, proudly standing as Australia’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services.
With our operations now extending across all states and territories—including expanded manufacturing and distribution capabilities in Western Australia—our footprint continues to strengthen to support Australia’s growing construction and infrastructure needs.
But we’re more than just cement. Our diverse operations include heavy industrial manufacturing, coal and limestone mining, bulk transport distribution, rail and shipping logistics, and innovative waste management through Geocycle, where we turn challenges into sustainable solutions.
At Cement Australia, we believe in empowering our people with the tools, support, and opportunities to make a real impact. Join a collaborative team that values work‑life balance and thrives on innovation. Together, we’re building a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future—driven by a shared commitment to excellence and our core values.
What Else You Need to Know
- References, a medical and background check are part of the recruitment process.
- Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Please note: Direct applications only—no agency submissions at this time.
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Seniority level
- Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
- Full‑time
Job function
- Management, Engineering, and Manufacturing
Industries
- Mining, Wholesale Building Materials, and Manufacturing
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