Mines Manager

Role & responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Mines Act, CMR 2017, DGMS guidelines, environmental and labor laws.
• Maintain all statutory registers, returns, and records as required under mining law.
• Ensure the mine is operated under valid statutory approvals, clearances, and licenses.
• Oversee day-to-day mining operations including excavation, hauling, drilling, blasting, and dispatch of coal.
• Implement and supervise mine plans including annual, monthly, and daily production targets.
• Ensure optimum deployment and utilization of equipment and manpower.
• Ensure that all activities are carried out safely and responsibly, in line with DGMS and internal safety policies.
• Supervise the implementation of the Mine Safety Management Plan (MSMP) and risk assessment processes.
• Ensure proper functioning of gas detection systems, ground control measures, and other safety equipment.
• Approve and monitor blasting operations and high-risk activities.
• Assign duties to subordinates such as overmen, foremen, safety officers, engineers, etc., and monitor their compliance.
• Ensure all statutory personnel are qualified and available on-site as per regulations.
• Foster a safety-first culture and ensure training of all workers in safe work procedures and emergency preparedness.
• Ensure the coal mine meets or exceeds its production and OB removal targets as per the Annual Business Plan.
• Monitor daily performance and adjust operations for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Report, investigate, and take preventive measures for accidents, near-misses, and dangerous occurrences.
• Submit reports to DGMS and company management in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement an effective Emergency Response Plan (ERP).
• Ensure regular mock drills, fire safety audits, and availability of first-aid and firefighting equipment.
• Ensure proper dust suppression, water management, reclamation, and waste handling.
• Implement environmental management plans (EMPs) as per conditions of environmental clearance.

• Coordinate with:

• Regulatory bodies (DGMS, Pollution Control Board, Forest Dept.)

• Corporate management

• Local communities and stakeholders (CSR, R&R, etc.)

• Represent the mine during inspections, audits, and statutory inquiries.

• Drive initiatives for cost reduction, productivity improvement, digitalization, and adoption of best mining practices.
• Promote innovation and training to build a more skilled workforce.

Preferred candidate profile

Applicant should hold a degree in Mining Engineering. preferably with a Post Graduate qualification in Management and have 8-12 years post qualification experience in the coal mining industry.

With First Class Mine Manager Certification- Unrestricted (Coal)