Head, Mines Operation

Information is Power! Get new Jobs in your EmailEnter your Email below and click Subscribe: Subscribe Head, Mines Operation at Dangote Industries LimitedPosted on Fri 18th Sep, 2026 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments) Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Head, Mines Operation Location: Obajana Plant, Kogi Industry: Cement Manufacturing / Mining Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Head, Mines Operation to lead and manage large-scale mining activities in a highly productive and safety-conscious environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient, safe, and cost-effective extraction of raw materials while meeting production targets, quality requirements, and regulatory standards. This position requires a strategic mining professional with extensive operational leadership experience, strong technical expertise, and a proven track record in managing complex mining operations. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all mining operations. Develop and implement short- and long-term mine plans to achieve production objectives. Ensure continuous supply of raw materials to meet plant production requirements while maintaining required quality standards. Coordinate mining activities, including drilling, blasting, excavation, haulage, and material handling operations. Monitor mining performance against approved budgets, production targets, and operational KPIs. Optimize equipment utilization and operational efficiency to maximize productivity and cost effectiveness. Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams of engineers, supervisors, technicians, operators, and contractors. Ensure strict compliance with all safety, health, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Identify operational challenges and implement effective solutions to improve mine performance. Collaborate with technical, maintenance, production, and management teams to achieve business objectives. Prepare and present operational, performance, and production reports to executive management. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and best practices across mining operations. Requirements Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related discipline. Relevant professional certifications and memberships will be an added advantage. Experience: Minimum of 25 years' progressive experience in mining operations. Proven experience managing large-scale open-pit mining operations. Demonstrated success in mine planning, production management, and operational leadership. Experience within the cement, quarrying, mining, or heavy industrial sector is highly desirable. Key Competencies: Strong knowledge of mining principles, practices, and operational planning. Excellent leadership and people-management capabilities. Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Sound commercial and business acumen with a focus on cost optimization. Strong understanding of safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive performance improvements. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant mining management software. What We Offer Competitive executive compensation package. Opportunity to lead a high-impact mining operation. Professional growth and leadership development opportunities. Dynamic and collaborative work environment. Application Closing Date Not Specified. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online Share this job: Career News: INEC Begins Recruitment of Ad Hoc Staff for the 2027 General ElectionsIndependent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Nationwide Job Recruitment (7 Positions)Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Job Recruitment (5 Positions)Federal Government of Nigeria Nationwide Engineering Mentorship Programme (Graduate Engineers & Skilled Artisans) - 11 PositionsNigeria Police Force (NPF) Massive Job Recruitment (29 Positions)Federal University of Environment and Technology, Koroma / Sakpenwa Massive Graduate and Exp. 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• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all mining operations. • Develop and implement short- and long-term mine plans to achieve production objectives. • Ensure continuous supply of raw materials to meet plant production requirements while maintaining required quality standards. • Coordinate mining activities, including drilling, blasting, excavation, haulage, and material handling operations. • Monitor mining performance against approved budgets, production targets, and operational KPIs. • Optimize equipment utilization and operational efficiency to maximize productivity and cost effectiveness. • Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams of engineers, supervisors, technicians, operators, and contractors. • Ensure strict compliance with all safety, health, environmental, and regulatory requirements. • Identify operational challenges and implement effective solutions to improve mine performance. • Collaborate with technical, maintenance, production, and management teams to achieve business objectives. • Prepare and present operational, performance, and production reports to executive management. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and best practices across mining operations. • Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related discipline. • Relevant professional certifications and memberships will be an added advantage. • Minimum of 25 years' progressive experience in mining operations.