Mid-Senior Metals Mining Professionals
Hire Resolve is assisting mining organizations in hiring experienced metals mining professionals across the United States. This is a multi-role opportunity spanning mine operations, technical services, geology, mineral processing, maintenance and reliability, projects, and HSE leadership within hard-rock environments. These roles suit mid- to senior-level professionals and offer progression toward Superintendent, Manager, and Site Leadership positions.Key ResponsibilitiesLead or support safe, efficient production in surface and/or underground hard-rock operationsStrengthen compliance with MSHA standards and site safety systems (risk assessments, controls, audits, incident prevention)Drive operational performance through planning, shift/crew execution, and KPI management (cost, tonnes, recovery, availability)Support mine planning and scheduling (short interval control, short/long-range plans) and production optimizationProvide technical input across drill-and-blast, ground control, ventilation, and geotechnical risk controls (as applicable)Optimize plant/process performance (throughput, recovery, product quality) and troubleshoot process bottlenecksLead maintenance/reliability improvements for mobile and fixed plant (shutdown planning, asset strategy, availability)Manage contractors and vendors to scope, schedule, budget, and safety expectationsSupport projects, expansion work, commissioning, and operational readinessCoach and develop teams while improving standard work and continuous improvement routinesRequirementsBachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering/Geology, Metallurgy/Mineral Processing, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience for certain leadership roles)Typically 5-12+ years of progressive experience in metals mining or comparable heavy industrial operationsStrong working knowledge of MSHA compliance and practical safety leadershipExperience in one or more: operations leadership, mine planning/scheduling, drilling & blasting, processing optimization, reliability/maintenance, technical services, projects, or HSE systemsFamiliarity with common systems/tools: CMMS (SAP/Maximo), fleet/dispatch, condition monitoring, planning tools, MS Office/Power BIAbility to work on-site; flexibility for rotation/shift schedules depending on siteBenefitsHealth Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)Short Term & Long Term DisabilityTraining & Development