Introduction

Brunel is currently searching for a Mine General Manager for our mining client located in Arizona. This is a full-time, site-based position for a large open-pit copper mine focused on heap leach and SX/EW production.

What are you going to do 

Duties include but not limited to:

  • Foster a safe, efficient workplace that promotes operational excellence and a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Deliver production and financial results aligned with established objectives while ensuring the highest standards of safety and environmental compliance.
  • Lead and coordinate operational activities to support safety and environmental compliance, plant reliability, and operational efficiency in accordance with applicable contracts, policies, regulations, and procedures.
  • Develop and implement annual budgets and life-of-mine financial plans.
  • Maintain strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, along with industry environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards.

Essential skills and knowledge 

Requirements:

  • Degree or formal qualifications in Mining Engineering, Geology, Metallurgy, or a related discipline.
  • More than 10 years of mining industry experience, with preference given to candidates with mine engineering or mineral processing expertise.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience managing mining and/or processing operations.
  • Proven ability to lead, engage, and motivate employees across diverse cultural backgrounds and varying education levels.
  • Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, supported by an outstanding safety performance record.
  • Strong business acumen with practical operational and financial management experience.
  • Excellent administrative, organizational, and management reporting capabilities.
  • This role is designated as "Safety Sensitive" under the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act and Arizona drug testing regulations**.

** All positions at the mine are classified as safety sensitive. Employees are prohibited from entering or remaining on site while under the influence, or potentially under the influence, of controlled substances that could impair their ability to safely and effectively perform their job responsibilities.

What we offer

Offer:

This opportunity offers a competitive base salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, bonus eligible for STI and LTI, participation in a company-sponsored 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, potential relocation assistance, and additional employee benefits.

Closing: 26 June 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-288214

CK

Corporate recruiter

Cindy King

Contact

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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