Mine General Manager

Position Scope
We are seeking a Mine General Manager to lead all initiatives at the San Miguel Lignite Mine in Christine TX. This is a great opportunity for an experienced professional who enjoys working with a high performing team while making an impact. The successful candidate will be a master at forging relationships with internal and external stakeholders while providing guidance to a large and multi-faceted team.
Here at NACG we want to be a part of the next step in your employment journey and push your future forward. Our people are what make North American Construction Group an industry leader, it's our people that keep our expansive fleet of equipment running and it's our people that keep our job sites safe.
What's In It for You?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
• Market aligned salary
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage including dental, vision and life insurance
• 401K matching program
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Relocation package for the right candidate
• Social culture and employee events

See for yourself from our Channel Superintendent, Cavin: "NACG is an amazing company to work for that presents so many opportunities for growth and experience with a lot of awesome people to help learn and gain valuable experience along the way. Best decision I've ever made and I look forward to my future working with NACG!"
Responsibilities
What You'll Be Doing

• Operational Efficiency and Safety: Assume executive responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the San Miguel Lignite Mine, ensuring operations meet targeted production and cost budgets.
• Policy Administration: Uphold and administer the Company's policy, reinforcing its principles and guidelines throughout the mine's operations.
• Fiscal Oversight: Direct the fiscal management of the mine, encompassing the development, implementation, and reporting of both capital and expense budgets.
• Regulatory Compliance and Standard Adherence: Guarantee and oversee that all mine activities, including mining, processing, maintenance, engineering, reclamation, administration, accounting, lands, and human resources, strictly adhere to safety and environmental regulations, employment standards, and Company benchmarks.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison with crucial stakeholders: the Customer, local community, regulatory agencies, and vendors, fostering open communication and ensuring mutual alignment in objectives and standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all safety, health, environmental policies, and governmental regulations.
• Safety Culture Enhancement: Amplify the mine's safety culture by emphasizing proactive safety behaviors, comprehensive training programs, and rigorous safety procedures.
• Engineering Collaboration: Collaborate intensively with the Engineering Manager on matters such as development, short and long-term mine and LOM planning, ventilation, mine surveying, mine geology, ore control, ground support, and geotechnical monitoring.
• Maintenance Optimization: Partner with the Maintenance Manager on topics like fleet performance enhancement, equipment availability, refining maintenance systems, troubleshooting methods, and the evaluation of lubricants and other equipment service products to boost both fixed and mobile equipment reliability, longevity, and efficiency.
• Budget and Strategic Planning: Ensure operations meet or surpass budgeted development, operational tonnage, and costs. Consistently adhere to the mine department's strategic operational plan, aiming to optimize financial results and fulfill NACG's overarching goals and objectives.
• Equipment Assessment: Regularly evaluate present and future equipment requirements for the mine and any related construction needs.
• Procurement Collaboration: Review, evaluate, and synchronize the procurement of mine equipment, support parts, and capital inventories (e.g., tires) in conjunction with the Purchasing and Accounting teams.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary liaison with the Customer, Corporate Management, and the local community, ensuring a cohesive and transparent exchange of information and feedback.
• Business Planning: Lead the development of Strategic Business Plans, Annual Operating Budgets, and Quarterly/Monthly Forecasts to keep operations aligned with corporate strategy.
• Team Development: Actively coach, mentor, and train staff, fostering an environment that encourages professional growth and succession planning.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other related duties as necessitated by the position.

Qualifications
What We're Looking For

• Engineering degree or related discipline, or equivalent years of applicable experience.
• A minimum of 15 years of experience in the mining industry, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership or managerial role.
• Coal mining experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mining operations, including aspects like mine planning, ventilation, geology, ore control, and geotechnical monitoring.
• Familiarity with equipment needs, procurement processes, and maintenance systems specific to the mining industry.
• Extensive experience ensuring operations adhere to safety, health, environmental policies, and governmental regulations specific to the mining industry.
• Proven experience interfacing with diverse stakeholders including customers, corporate management, local communities, and regulatory agencies.
• Previous experience with financial management, budgeting, and strategic planning in a mining or related industry.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, mentor, and develop teams, with a focus on safety and professional growth.
• A strong background in promoting and enhancing safety cultures, with experience implementing and overseeing safety training programs and procedures.
• Experience collaborating with departments like engineering and maintenance to optimize mining operations.
• Experience in the development of business plans, operating budgets, and financial forecasting in a mining context.
• Leadership & Team Management: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and coach teams, achieving results through effective delegation and team empowerment.
• Business Acumen: Robust business insight with a proven track record of guiding businesses to profitable outcomes and adeptness in strategic and financial planning in a mining context.
• Interpersonal Skills: Outstanding interpersonal abilities, excelling in fostering strong, trusting relationships to garner support and attain desired results.
• Communication Proficiency: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clarity and effective exchange of information across all levels of the organization.
• Project & Program Management: Excellent skills in managing projects and programs, ensuring timely and efficient completion while adhering to specified guidelines.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in using MS Office Suite and other relevant systems, ensuring seamless operational and administrative functions.
• Negotiation Abilities: Strong negotiation skills, capable of arriving at mutually beneficial agreements with diverse stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and regulatory bodies.
• Client Management: Superior client management skills, ensuring excellent client relations and satisfaction at the site level.
• Conflict Resolution: Proficient in conflict management, effectively addressing and resolving disputes to maintain a harmonious working environment.

Summary
What's Next
After you send us your resume, our Recruitment team will work with the hiring division to determine candidates we'd like to meet with. Only people who are short-listed will be contacted for an interview.
If you are chosen to move forward in our hiring process for this position, you will be scheduled to undergo and successfully pass the following pre-employment testing:

• Breath Alcohol Test
• Urine Drug Test
• Reference and/or Background check including Criminal Record Check

We know you see tons of job postings every week so thanks for making it this far. If you feel like you would be a great fit for a fast-paced construction and mining company where you will be rewarded on a daily basis, please apply - we promise it's worth it.
Overview
North American Construction Group (NACG) has served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 years. In that time, we've proven ourselves as a safe and reliable contractor who can complete projects of any size and scope. We've also taken a number of bold steps forward to broaden our footprint, expanding to mines and large-scale infrastructure projects throughout Canada and the United States including the San Miguel Mine in Christine Texas.
The San Miguel Mine is a large-scale lignite mining operation that provides coal to the San Miguel Electric Cooperative power plant. Utilizing two large draglines and a variety of heavy equipment, the mine is capable of providing approximately 1.8 million tons of lignite each year, which helps power more than 78,000 homes in 42 counties.
North American Construction Group is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, valued, and respected. We recognize the talent, perspective, and creative influence that diverse groups of people generate, and we encourage all people to express interest with us especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups who might hesitate before applying. If you require accommodation in submitting interest on a role or throughout our interview process, please email us at careers@nacg.ca to ask for assistance.
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