Operations Manager

About the Company

Macmahon has more than 30 years’ experience as a leading underground mining contractor. With an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, our underground mining team applies a strong safety culture to all aspects of operations.

About the Role

Macmahon has a rare opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to join our growing Underground division. Reporting directly to the General Manager - Underground, you will play a pivotal leadership role across a portfolio of underground mining operations, driving safety, operational excellence, financial performance, and sustainable growth.

Based in Perth with regular site travel, this position offers the opportunity to influence high-profile projects, work closely with executive leadership, and contribute to the strategic direction of one of Australia's leading mining contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and efficient delivery of multiple underground mining projects.
• Ensure compliance with Macmahon and statutory HSEQ standards across all operations.
• Drive site performance to achieve budgeted revenue, profitability, and operational targets.
• Develop and implement improvement strategies where performance outcomes require adjustment.
• Review and consolidate monthly operational reports for business unit reporting.
• Foster a strong customer-focused culture that delivers outstanding outcomes for clients and stakeholders.
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing leadership teams across projects.
• Strengthen internal capability through succession planning and development initiatives.
• Champion continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Lead organisational and operational change management initiatives.
• Identify and support business growth and expansion opportunities.

What You’ll Bring

• 15+ years' underground mining experience, including extensive project or contract management leadership.
• Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering).
• First Class Mine Manager's Certificate (FCMM).
• Proven experience working with executive leadership teams as a trusted advisor and operational leader.
• Strong understanding of underground mining methods, infrastructure, and technologies that drive operational and commercial success.
• Exceptional commercial acumen with demonstrated experience managing budgets, contracts, and business performance.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement, leadership, and communication skills.

Role Details

• Location: Perth, Western Australia
• Roster: Monday to Friday with regular site travel required
• Competitive benefits package including:
  • Performance-based bonus incentives
  • Impressive staff gym with fitness classes and lifestyle coordinators on-site
  • Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
  • Salary sacrifices options including novated leases

Why Macmahon?

• Be part of an established Australian contractor with a strong reputation in underground mining
• Work with experienced leaders and high-performing teams who are committed to safety, delivery and continuous improvement
• Contribute to projects where your leadership, decisions and ideas have visible impact
• Be recognised for your contribution in a values-led environment built on United, Courage, Integrity and Pride

Ready to lead with impact? Apply now.

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