EOI - Underground Mine Foreman

• Flights from any major capital city in the world
• Join a global leader in underground hard rock mining
• Generous remuneration packages

About Barminco International/AUMS:

Barminco International/AUMS is part of the Perenti Group. We are the global leader in hard rock underground mining, operating in North America, across Africa in Ghana, Tanzania, Botswana and Burkina Faso and in Australia. With over three decades of experience, we are currently developing in excess of 140 kilometers per year, and mining over 10 million tonnes with our multi-million-dollar fleet of modern underground mining equipment.

Supported by a safe and performance-oriented culture, we believe investing in our people and backing them with state-of-the-art equipment and word’s best practice is critical to the success of our numerous operations across Africa and North America.

Our Culture

Barminco International/AUMS aims to leave a positive legacy of underground mining in all the countries in which we operate, through training and upskilling of the local workforce. We foster a culture where safety is prioritised and valued by every member of our team.

We are actively seeking an Experienced Underground Mine Foreman to join us in our West African Operations. Offering a 6 weeks on 3 weeks off roster.

• Plans and coordinates activities of personnel engaged in underground mining activities.
• Reviews data, such as schedules, plans, survey reports, and geological records, and consults with engineering, maintenance, and supervisory personnel to plan and direct mine development.
• Adheres to mining laws and safety regulations, and issues directives to workers to ensure adherence to applicable rules and regulations.
• Reviews and consolidates records, such as, safety reports, and production records.
• Supervision of Underground Shift Supervisors and provide direction and assistance with planning of mining activities in accordance with the Mines Act & relevant Safety and Environmental regulations.
• Liaise with appropriate client contact ensuring expectations are realistic and projected targets are achieved safely and to specifications.
• Act as Relief /Alternate Site Manager during their absence, adhering to agreed schedules, programs and targets.
• Coordinates manpower, roster preparation, annual leave scheduling and assist with employment / deployment of workforce

Key requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years exposure to the Underground Mining Industry is required for this position.
• Production and Development background with operator experience
• Coordinate activities and schedule labour.
• Assess mining working conditions and environment.
• Ability to recognise potential mining hazards and risks.
• Ability to communicate verbally.

Prior to hire you will be required to undergo a full pre-employment medical, including vaccinations required for the country you will be working in.

The successful candidate will be rewarded with a highly competitive remuneration, including regular incentive bonuses.