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Operations Manager - Olympic Dam

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the General Manager – Mining, you will oversee a workforce of 350+ personnel across multiple scopes of work, with significant opportunity for continued growth as our South Australian operations expand.

This role is ideal for a results‑driven leader who thrives on building high‑performing teams, strengthening client relationships, and delivering operational excellence in a complex, fast‑paced environment.

What You’ll Lead

  • Full operational oversight of the Olympic Dam and SMAD projects
  • Leadership of a large, diverse workforce across multiple mining disciplines
  • Delivery of safety, production, cost, and quality outcomes
  • Development of frontline leaders and emerging talent
  • Strong client engagement and relationship management
  • Continuous improvement across systems, processes, and performance

What We’re Looking For

  • A proven operations leader within underground mining
  • Demonstrated capability managing large teams and multi‑scope projects
  • A people‑focused leadership style with a passion for developing others
  • Strong commercial acumen and a track record of delivering results
  • Ability to build trust, influence stakeholders, and drive positive culture

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