Mining Project Manager (Underground / Compliance) - Chile

About the role

GATESOURCE HR is seeking an experienced Mining Project Manager to lead and oversee the planning, development and execution of mining projects in Chile, with a strong focus on underground mining. The role centres on delivering projects on time and within budget while meeting the highest safety and quality standards and complying with Chilean mining and environmental regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and execution of mining projects in line with operational and corporate objectives.
• Oversee underground mining activities, including engineering, development, construction and operational readiness.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, resources and costs.
• Ensure compliance with Chilean mining and environmental regulations, including those set by SERNAGEOMIN, SEA, SMA and other authorities.
• Coordinate environmental permitting, regulatory approvals and compliance activities.
• Manage contractors, suppliers, engineering consultants and other stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to safety, cost, schedule, environmental compliance and operations.
• Monitor performance, prepare progress reports and report to senior management.
• Ensure HSEC compliance and maintain good relations with regulators, local communities and stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in the mining industry, including significant project management experience.
• Proven experience in underground mining projects and their methods and operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects from planning through execution.
• Strong knowledge of Chilean mining and environmental regulations, including permitting.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Intermediate to advanced English; must currently reside in Chile.