Mid-Senior Mining Professionals

Hire Resolve is assisting mining organisations in hiring experienced mining professionals across the UAE. This is a multi-role opportunity covering several functions within the sector, including mine and plant operations, technical services, mineral processing, maintenance and reliability, projects, and HSE/OSH leadership. These positions suit mid- to senior-level professionals and support progression toward superintendent, manager, and site/regional leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support safe, efficient delivery of mining and processing operations across site functions
• Build and maintain compliance with UAE labour and workplace requirements, including robust occupational safety and health practices and incident prevention programmes
• Drive operational performance through production planning, KPI management, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide technical input to mine planning, production optimisation, drill-and-blast performance, and geotechnical/ground control controls (as applicable)
• Optimise processing performance (throughput, recovery, quality) through troubleshooting and process improvement where relevant
• Oversee maintenance and reliability strategies for mobile and fixed plant, including shutdown planning and asset performance improvement
• Manage contractors and service providers to ensure safe execution, quality delivery, and adherence to schedule and budget
• Support project execution and operational readiness activities, including commissioning support and change management
• Develop teams through coaching, competency development, and structured performance management
• Prepare clear operational reports for leadership, audits, and governance requirements

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Metallurgy/Mineral Processing, HSE, or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience for certain operations/maintenance leadership roles)
• Typically 5–12+ years of progressive experience in mining, quarrying/aggregates, minerals processing, or heavy industrial environments
• Working knowledge of UAE occupational safety and health expectations and a practical approach to risk management, safe systems of work, and incident investigation (MOHRE guidance applies to workplaces)
• Experience in one or more of the following: operations leadership, technical services, planning/scheduling, processing optimisation, maintenance/reliability, projects, or HSE management systems
• Familiarity with common tools and systems such as CMMS/EAM (e.g., SAP, Maximo), planning/scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office (Excel; Power BI advantageous)
• Strong stakeholder management, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in multicultural site environments
• English proficiency required; Arabic is advantageous depending on role scope and stakeholder needs
• Willingness to work on-site and travel as required (site-based or remote assignments may apply)

Benefits:
• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development