Head of Mining Engineering

Regulatory Compliance & Government Liaison
- Execute all functions and responsibilities as the Head of Mining Engineering (KTT) in accordance with prevailing ESDM regulations for nickel mining.
- Serve as the official company representative for technical coordination with government agencies, including the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Provincial ESDM Offices, and Mining Inspectors.
- Lead and coordinate the application and renewal of mining permits, including WIUP, IUP (Operation Production), Jetty/Port Permits, RKAB Approvals, and other environmental/technical licenses.
- Manage timely periodic reporting to ESDM regarding production, technical, and environmental compliance.
Strategic Planning & Documentation
- Lead the preparation, control, and evaluation of strategic company documents: RKAB (Work Plan and Budget), Feasibility Studies (FS), and technical/economic feasibility assessments.
- Coordinate the preparation and evaluation of environmental documents (AMDAL) and other mandatory mining technical documents.
- Establish and oversee mine designs (Short-term & Long-term mine plans) and production strategies to ensure optimal reserve utilization.
Production & Operational Oversight
- Assume full accountability for the nickel mining operational cycle: planning, implementation, production supervision, and cost control.
- Oversee daily field operations, including overburden removal, ore getting, hauling, stockpile management, and shipping to ensure they are effective, efficient, and safe.
- Implement and monitor Grade Control strategies to achieve nickel quality and quantity targets as per the approved RKAB.
Safety, Health, & Environment (HSE) Leadership
- Establish and supervise the application of Good Mining Practices (GMP), including mining safety (K3), environmental management, and mineral resource conservation.
- Consistently implement and evaluate the Mining Safety Management System (SMKP) across all work areas.
- Manage environmental impacts and ensure strict compliance with waste management and reclamation standards.
Team & Contractor Management
- Appoint, mentor, and evaluate Operational Supervisors, Technical Supervisors, and the Head of Operations (PJO) in accordance with regulations.
- Ensure all contractors and mining service companies comply with technical standards, ESDM regulations, and safety protocols established by the company.

Candidate Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or Geology.
Certifications: Must hold valid POP, POM, and POU certifications (POU is mandatory for legal KTT status).
Experience: Minimum 8+ years in nickel mining, with proven experience as a KTT or relevant managerial and strategic roles.
Technical Expertise:
- Deep knowledge of ESDM regulations, RKAB procedures, and technical nickel mining operations.
- Expert in Mine Planning, Grade Control, Stockpile Management, and Nickel Shipping.
- Experienced in Budgeting, Cost Control, and Cost Management, and mining contractor management.
Personal Qualities:
- Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- High resilience, high integrity, discipline, and a strong sense of responsibility.
- Excellent government stakeholder management skills.
Language: Adequate English skill, to understand technical terms, and daily coordinations.

Head of Mining Engineering

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