Assistant Mine Manager

Assistant Mine Manager Leeds – United Kingdom

Location:

Near Pitlochry, United Kingdom

Support the Mine Manager at our underground barite mining operation. The mine was developed in 2020 applying modern systems to a small industrial minerals operation in a sub-vertical orebody and is now approaching the stage where stoping can commence.

• Design and issue mine plans to safely achieve production targets.
• Conduct geotechnical assessments for safe design and ground support.
• Perform interim surveys to ensure design compliance.
• Monitor ventilation and gas levels for OH compliance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance in equipment checks, water treatment, ground support installation and explosives management.
• Conduct post-blast inspections for ground and ventilation changes.
• Maintain risk assessment and supporting documentation systems.

• Plan and coordinate daily equipment and manpower resources for production.
• Follow strict health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures to ensure compliance with SLB and regulatory standards.
• Record and report operational data, including production volumes, equipment status, and safety checks.
• Compile geological data for planning.
• Oversee underground communication system expansion.
• Support logistics and supply chain teams in meeting delivery schedules for internal and external customers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce operational risks.

• Mining engineer or a geologist with a geotechnical focus.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar role.
• Able to commute to base location.
• Valid right to work in the UK.

• Personnel management experience.
• Surveying.
• Practical ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexibility.
• Creativity.
• Problem solving.
• Use of 3D mine modelling software.

• Competitive salary.
• Local policies include support to families with children, company/employee funded pension program and healthcare, including dental care.
• We provide well-being programs such as Employee Mental health support and health and wellness coaching.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• We have multiple internal employee resources groups, female mentorship programs, volunteering opportunities, and company-wide webinars, amongst other opportunities.

SLB is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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