Manager Operational Readiness

6 months ago


Osborne Park, Australia Mineral Resources Full time

Osborne Park, WA, Australia, 6017- Full TimeMinRes is a top 50 ASX mining services company with a strong pipeline of projects that will drive unprecedented growth over the next five years. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we offer attractive salaries and benefits, opportunities for career advancement and world-class workspaces designed for employee wellbeing - to ensure our people get their best life

**About the role**

Reporting to the Head of Operational Readiness, you will be responsible for ensuring that projects within Mining Services are fully prepared for seamless transition into full-scale operations. This requires a strong generalist knowledge and experience across various facets of mining and resources operations, including engineering, asset management, operations, maintenance, commissioning, ramp-up, and project management.

The role is based at our Osborne Park head offices, working Monday-Friday, with infrequent site travel as required.
- Engage with key stakeholders, including project teams, operations leaders, and external partners, to build strong working relationships and alignment across all operational areas.
- Effectively communicate operational readiness progress and issues to stakeholders, utilizing strong communication and interpersonal skills honed through extensive operational experience.
- Develop and execute comprehensive operational readiness plans for major projects, encompassing all stages from commissioning to ramp-up.
- Ensure alignment with project schedules, budgets, and quality standards, leveraging expertise in engineering, asset management, and project management.
- Lead the integration of operational readiness activities into project planning and execution, utilizing extensive experience across mining and resources operations.
- Collaborate closely with project teams to identify and address operational readiness considerations across all operational domains.
- Oversee the advanced stages of commissioning, including the transition from construction completion into commissioning, ensuring seamless handover and integration of operational systems.
- Collaborate closely with commissioning teams to facilitate the execution of commissioning activities in alignment with project timelines and objectives.
- Ensure effective coordination between construction, commissioning, and operational teams to minimize disruptions and optimize project outcomes.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and improvement within operational readiness practices, leveraging insights from diverse operational backgrounds.
- Provide strong leadership to the operational readiness team, fostering a sense of purpose and commitment grounded in a deep understanding of mining and resources operations.

**What you’ll bring to the team**
- Tertiary Qualification (trade or higher qualifications) in an appropriate discipline, or equivalent field experience
- Good understanding of Asset Management and CMMS systems
- Knowledge of mining fixed plant, mobile and ancillary equipment
- Project Management understanding and experience

**And then there’s the extra benefits**

We look after our people because they’re the ones looking after our business. That means a range of additional benefits for choosing MinRes including:

- Annual cash bonuses
- Great Employee Share plans - MyShare
- Employee discounts and offers
- Physical and mental health programs
- Salary packaging
- World class office including on site gym, café and restaurant
- Free parking

Ready for your next challenge? Make a fresh start with MinRes.

Mineral Resources Limited is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.



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