Mining Superintendent
REDPATH MINING · Norseman, WA, Australia
Mining Superintendent | Redpath Mining | OK Mine | 8/6 Roster | Full-Time Permanent Role
At Redpath, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to fostering a culture built on safety, respect, integrity, and continuous improvement. We believe that every employee has a role to play in creating a healthy and safe workplace, and we invest in developing our people through ongoing training, support, and career development opportunities.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Underground Mining Superintendent to coordinate all underground mining operations, driving productivity while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance. In this leadership role, you will ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Redpath procedures, site policies, and Mine Safety and Inspection Regulations, while providing strong direction and support to underground crews.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate underground mining operations to achieve production targets while maintaining the highest safety standards.
- Ensure compliance with all contractual, statutory, regulatory, and company requirements.
- Optimise mining plans, schedules, resources, equipment, and costs to maximise project performance.
- Provide leadership, mentoring, performance management, and development opportunities for site personnel.
- Investigate incidents, hazards, and ICAMs, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and project delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including LEAN/5S practices, innovation, and operational excellence.
- Oversee workforce capability, training, and succession planning to maintain a skilled and productive team.
- Support project planning, change management, and operational decision-making while acting as Project Manager delegate when required.
- Lead and participate in pre-starts, toolbox meetings, safety meetings, and shift handovers to promote a strong safety culture.
About You:
- Australian citizenship or PR.
- WA Shift Supervisor’s Certificate of Competency.
- Current WA Class C Driver’s Licence and First Aid/CPR certification.
- Minimum 10 years' underground mining experience, including at least 5 years in a Shift Supervisor role.
- Extensive knowledge of underground mining operations, with a proven ability to maximise safety, productivity, and operational performance.
- Strong understanding of mining legislation, site safety systems, and operational best practices.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams in high-risk underground environments.
- Solid knowledge of incident reporting, hazard management, ICAM investigations, and emergency response procedures.
- Competent in isolation procedures, danger tagging, safe lifting practices, fire-fighting equipment, and mine emergency protocols.
- Strong understanding of safe mine driving, underground communications, work request systems, and housekeeping standards.
- Commitment to maintaining high safety, compliance, and operational standards while fostering a positive team culture.
Why Join Redpath?
This is a full time, long-term opportunity with excellent job security benefits:
- Income protection insurance is available for salary employees
- Even time roster for true work life balance
- Competitive hourly rates + super paid on all hours
- Ongoing training & OEM accredited trade courses
- Clear career progression pathways
- PPE provided
- Salary Sacrifice options for Superannuation and Novated car leasing
- Discounted health insurance with BUPA
- Prescription safety glasses reimbursement (up to $220)
- Employee Assistance Program - 4 free sessions annually for you and your family
- Redzone Reward Program - discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
- Service Milestone Bonuses: Receive $3,000 after 5 years, $10,000 after 10 years, $15,000 after 15 years, and $20,000 after 20 years of service