Senior Site Supervisor

At Orica, it's the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It's an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

As a Senior Site Supervisor – Underground, you will lead Orica's on-site teams, supporting the Territory Manager in driving daily operations, strengthening customer relationships, and delivering innovative services. Safety is our Priority, and this role ensures that all the activities are followed keeping Safety in mind. Lead the team's growth, ensure a safe and efficient site, and identify opportunities for improvement. Manage finances strategically while executing key operational and safety policies to deliver success.

The successful candidate will be based in our Udaipur with frequent travel to the mine sites (with adaptability to remote or challenging environments).

• Ensures the implementation and execution of various SOPs at all the UG sites (HZL) including that of Safety, maintenance and Operations. 
• Creates ample opportunities for the development of 2nd IC in the operations.
• Provides analytical/decision support to Supervisors on continuous improvement plan for decreasing operational costs.
• Participates in the short, medium, and long-term planning activities of the sites.
• Meets fixed cost budgets on a yearly basis.
• Completes mandatory monthly inventory counts and reconciliations, safety meetings, and ensures all actions assigned to the Site are completed required databases.
• Audits and inspects site operations to ensure regulatory requirements are met and are performed safely in accordance to Company' policies.
• Ensures mandatory training of all employees is completed and documented.
• Manage employee training plans. Documents all training activities, develop, motivate and supervise employees for performance to full potential while safely providing customer service.
• Ensures that good housekeeping, record keeping, and preventative maintenance programs are in place.
• Assists in preparation of fixed cost budgets, capital expenditures, staffing, equipment requirements, and a updated Resource Model.
• Analyses site inventories to minimize product quantities and improve site profitability through stock rotation and management.
• Supports in scheduling daily activities of employees to meet customer requirements and ensure proper management of site including raw material ordering, and preventative maintenance.
• Communicates and develops/implements action plan to address any operational issues with Site Supervisors.
• Effectively communicates and manages all outside regulatory agency audits/inspections and implement necessary action plans as required.

• B Tech Mining/ Mechanical/ Mining Machinery Engineer with Underground mining background
• At least 8+ years accumulated experience in UG operations, planning, maintenance, engineering, and drill and blast.
• Proven leadership and team development skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strong strategic and commercial acumen, with sound judgment and execution capability.
• Proven influencer, able to manage processes across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Experience in implementing process improvement initiatives would be desirable.

Span of control:

* Headcount – up to 10 Direct, 'X' Indirect

Financial accountability:

* Role dependent

* Operating budget - $X

Sphere of influence:

* Division / Functional Specialty SME

Travel requirements:

* Role dependent

Insert tertiary qualification required for role (e.g. Accountant must have a tertiary degree in an Accounting discipline, an Engineer must have a tertiary degree in an Engineering discipline)

* Demonstrates courage, models resilience and flexibility

* Possess unquestioned reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character

* Builds the trust of others  

* Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal and communication skills

* Self-aware and open to feedback 

* Strong attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy, integrity & accountability

* Work effectively across business unit boundaries to develop and align diverse stakeholders 

* High level decision making & problem solving skills

* Self-motivated, well organised and logical, with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

* Strong people management and influencing skills

 

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.