Geology & Mining Manager

We are hiring on behalf of our clients based in Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu.

Industry:

Mining

Key Responsibilities:

1. Regulatory Compliance & Liaison (Malaysia-Specific)

• Ensure full compliance with:

- Mineral Development Act 1994

- State Mineral Enactments (e.g., Pahang, Kelantan, Terengganu depending on site)

- Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 1994

- Environmental Quality Act (EQA) 1974

• Liaise with relevant authorities such as:

- JMG (Jabatan Mineral dan Geosains Malaysia)

- DOE (Department of Environment)

- State Land & Mines Office (PTG)

• Ensure adherence to conditions under:

- Mining Lease / Prospecting License - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approvals

• Oversee submission of statutory and technical reports (e.g., production data, resource updates)

2. Strategic Mine Planning & Resource Management

• Oversee short-, mid-, and long-term mine planning aligned with approved mining schemes

• Ensure optimization of ore extraction for iron ore, nickel, and gold deposits

• Integrate geological models with mine design and production schedules

• Support Life of Mine (LOM) planning and reserve reporting

3. Geology & Grade Control

• Ensure robust grade control systems to minimize dilution and ore loss

• Supervise:

- Sampling, drilling, logging, and mapping activities

- Resource estimation in compliance with recognized standards (e.g., JORC where applicable)

• Ensure proper reconciliation between: Geological model vs. mined vs. processed grades

• Manage ore blending strategies to meet plant specifications

4. Mining Engineering & Operations

• Oversee pit design, sequencing, and production scheduling

• Ensure operations comply with approved mining plans submitted to JMG/State Authorities

• Monitor production targets, equipment productivity, and cost control

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives for operational efficiency

5. Geophysics & Survey Management

• Ensure accurate and compliant mine survey practices

• Oversee: Topographical surveys & Volume calculations for reporting to authorities

• Support near-term mine planning with updated spatial and geophysical data

• Ensure survey data meets regulatory and audit requirements

6. Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Management

• Promote and enforce compliance with OSHA 1994 & Factories and Machinery Act 1967 (where applicable)

• Ensure safe mine design (slope stability, benching, haul roads)

• Work closely with HSE team to mitigate environmental impacts (erosion, sedimentation, water discharge) & ensure compliance with EIA mitigation measures

• Support emergency response and risk assessments

7. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead multidisciplinary teams: Mining Engineering, Geology, Survey & Geophysics

• Develop succession planning and competency frameworks

• Ensure strong coordination between technical and operational teams

8. Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Prepare and present reports to Senior Management & Government authorities (JMG, DOE, PTG)

• Support audits, inspections, and site visits by regulators

• Ensure accurate reporting of production, ore reserves/resources & environmental compliance

Key Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related discipline

• Professional certification (e.g., Geologist with BOG / Engineer with BEM) is an advantage

Experience:

• Minimum 8–12 years in mining operations (iron ore, nickel, or gold preferred)

• At least 3–5 years in a managerial role

• Experience dealing with Malaysian regulatory bodies (JMG, DOE, PTG) Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of:

- Mine planning & geological software (Surpac, Datamine, Vulcan, MineSched)

• Familiar with:

JORC Code / resource reporting standards

• Strong understanding of:

- Open-pit mining methods (common in Malaysia)

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Contact Person:

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Link Vacancy:

https://candidates.myfuturejobs.gov.my/search-jobsjobId=935bfa2b2bf141f6a8417c45c1e86cd3