Job Description
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.
Responsibilities
What You'll Lead
Qualifications
What We're Looking For
About Us
In 1962, Jim Redpath's vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath's employees are the heart of the company's success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.
Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
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.
Responsibilities
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
Qualifications
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
About Us
In 1962, Jim Redpath's vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath's employees are the heart of the company's success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.
Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.