Mines Manager

About Us

K Granites, under K Corp, operates a high-capacity granite building stone quarry over Ha with a permitted production limit of 6,00,000 TPA. Our mining operation is semi-mechanized, guided by a comprehensive mining plan approved under KMMCR 2015 and adheres to DGMS standards. The mine has a varied lithology with varied overburden, multiple strata- white, brown, black granite.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and execution-driven Mines Manager to lead operations at our high-capacity granite building stone mine in Kerala. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for end-to-end mining operations—including planning, production, cost control, compliance, workforce efficiency, and digital reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, proven operational discipline, and the agility to adapt mine designs to real-world challenges while ensuring profitability and statutory compliance.

Key Responsibilities Mine Operations & Production

• Oversee all operational activities: drilling (Nonel), blasting, bench formation, road design, overburden handling, and extraction.
• Adapt mine execution to dynamic field conditions, ensuring practical efficiency over rigid designs.
• Implement and monitor daily mining operations including drilling, blasting, rock handling, loading, and transport.
• Supervise deployment of jackhammers, air compressors, rock breakers, and excavators in line with mining plan targets and cost thresholds.
• Interpret exploratory drilling results to align production with geological realities.
• Oversee stripping ratio efficiency and ensure waste handling, topsoil conservation, and weathered rock disposal as per production plan.
• Create and present daily production plans to maintain tight control over fuel, explosives, and equipment utilization to ensure profitability.

Compliance, Safety & Environmental Management

• Ensure adherence to Mines Act 1952, MMDR 1957, MMR 1961, KMMCR 2023, and DGMS guidelines.
• Handle inspections by DMG, DGMS, and environmental authorities.
• Maintain all statutory records and licenses under Class II certification mandates.
• Lead implementation of the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and coordinate with consultants for regulatory clearances.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and promote a zero-incident culture.

Cost & Financial Oversight

• Directly control production costs, implement cost-saving strategies, and eliminate operational inefficiencies.
• Manage procurement of materials and services with focus on value engineering.
• Drive a Performance-Linked Incentive (PLI) model tied to cost efficiency and production metrics.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead a workforce of 35–50 including Foremen, Operators, Drillers, Contractors.
• Conduct daily production meetings via Google Meet; ensure reporting via Google Sheets.
• Identify training needs, enforce SOPs, and close skill or process gaps across teams.

Technology & Process Innovation

• Utilize Google Suite (Sheets, Forms, Meet) for digital reporting and workforce coordination.
• Initiate digital SOPs, automation, and cost-efficient workflow innovations in collaboration with legal and compliance functions.

Stakeholder Management & Liaison

• Liaise effectively with government officials, DMG, DGMS, SEIAA, and PCB for inspections, permits, and audits.
• Coordinate with external consultants, legal teams, and head office for strategic and compliance inputs.

Risk & Crisis Management

• Manage on-ground risks such as equipment breakdowns, slope failures, labor disruptions, and environmental hazards.
• Develop contingency plans and ensure rapid issue resolution with minimal production loss.

Key Skills & Competencies

Technical Mastery

• Proficiency in open-cast granite mining, blasting (Nonel), bench formation, slope stability, and ore recovery optimization.
• Hands-on expertise in blast fragmentation, spacing, and excavation to maximize yield and control waste.

Strategic Execution

• Strong decision-making in high-pressure environments with an ability to balance cost, compliance, and productivity.
• Capable of challenging inefficient norms, modifying designs on-ground, and defending decisions with data and outcomes.

Financial Acumen

• Acute sense of cost optimization; experienced in driving down per-ton cost without compromising quality or safety.

Compliance & Government Liaisoning

• Strong knowledge of mining laws and experience handling audits, inspections, and legal responses to show cause notices.

People Leadership

• Ability to discipline, motivate, and guide a diverse team with clear operational objectives and deliverables.

Digital-First Mindset

• Proficient in Google Workspace and committed to driving digital transformation in daily mine operations.

Eligibility

• B.E./B.Tech in Mining Engineering (M.Sc desirable).
• Valid Class II Mines Manager Certificate.
• Minimum 4 years experience in quarrying/granite/open-cast mining.
• Prior exposure to Kerala DMG processes and regulatory inspections preferred.

Remuneration Package

• INR 50,000/- to INR 75,000/- p.m as Fixed Pay
• INR 8 Lakhs - 16 Lakhs as Performance Linked Incentive, in addition to Fixed Pay

Why Join Us?

Lead a Flagship Quarry Operation

• Spearhead one of Kerala's most structured and high-revenue granite mining operations.

Execution Autonomy with Leadership Visibility

• Work directly under the CEO, with decision-making freedom, and direct accountability for cost and output.

Incentive-Driven Growth

• Earn performance-linked incentives based on production targets, cost savings, and operational milestones.

Regulatory Stability

• Operate in a lease with robust legal protections, permits, and established mining history, ensuring long-term stability.

Seasonal Flexibility

• Enjoy paid leave during off-season months, supporting work-life balance in a demanding industry.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to ₹2,500,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Commuter assistance
• Food provided
• Leave encashment

Application Question(s):

• Do you have the desired experience as Mines Manager ?

Work Location: In person