Ensham Resources Pty Ltd is one of Queensland’s largest and fastest growing thermal coal producers. With a 1 billion tonne resource, mostly high energy low ash thermal coal, Ensham is committed to safety before production, a strong spirit of cooperation and a culture of mutual respect and high performance. Ongoing expansion involves additional open cut mining and the development of underground mining operations. Underground mining will secure the future of Ensham, allowing it to maintain its strong commitment to the highest levels of environmental management and resource utilisation. This new underground development creates a first class career opportunity for an experienced leader in this dynamic and team-oriented environment.

Mine Manager

Underground Coal

New Development

The Mine Manager will work in close consultation with the General Manager – Projects for Ensham Resources in the development stage of the mine, moving to a 2 continuous-miner operation producing 1.7 million tonne per annum by early 2012. This is a greenfield development with the Mine Manager being responsible for:

• establishing an effective underground operations organisational structure;
• developing and leading the Ensham underground mine team members and contractors;
• liaising with open cut operations to achieve effective integration;
• promoting a culture of safety and risk-management;
• developing systems and processes in respect of underground operations;
• achieving production and cost targets.

This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the establishment and development of a new mine, allowing considerable potential for career enhancement. The position will appeal to an experienced Mine Manager with a successful background in operations, along with experience in underground coal mine development. Statutory qualifications at First Class / Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency level are essential. Persons with the requisite energy, drive, enthusiasm and keen interest in people are encouraged to apply.

A most competitive remuneration package is negotiable and will be attractive to first class candidates. Persons interested in pursuing this challenging and rewarding position are invited to discuss the role with John Ferris in the first instance or to forward applications to John Ferris, BA (Hons), MAPS, FAICD, Organisational Psychologist, via pa.jf@ferrismc.com.au

FERRIS MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS PTY LTD

Level 6, 12 Creek Street,

Brisbane, Qld, 4000         

Telephone 07 3236 4544 Facsimile 07 3221 7122

www.ferrismc.com.au