Mining Section Chief (Company)

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Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

A management position that oversees everything from the formulation of mining plans at the company's mine site to production management, safety and health management, cost management, and labor management.

Description

The Mining Section Chief (Company) is a management position that oversees the formulation of mining plans, personnel allocation, machinery and equipment management, budget and cost management, safety and health measures, and legal compliance, etc., in order to achieve stable and efficient resource mining at mine development and excavation sites. Collaborates with departments such as geology survey, maintenance, and labor affairs to improve site operations, perform risk management, and conduct reports and proposals to the executive level.

Future Outlook

While susceptible to the influence of resource demand and international situations, the demand for mining rare metals and strategic resources is increasing, and the importance of management positions remains unchanged. With the introduction of IoT and automation technologies, there will be demand for personnel who possess both digital skills and management abilities.

Personality Traits

Excellent communication skills / Has calm judgment / Has leadership / High crisis management ability / Strong sense of responsibility

Work Style

24/7 Operation / Domestic and International Business Trips / Possibility of Transfer / Site and Office Combined

Career Path

Site Engineer → Mine Engineer → Mining Section Leader → Mining Section Chief → Mining Department Head

Required Skills

Budget Management / Data Analysis / Legal Compliance / Mining Plan Formulation / Safety and Health Management / Team Management

Recommended Skills

Geological Knowledge / Mechanical Engineering Knowledge / Project Management / Safety Management

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Communication Skills Because there is a lot of coordination and reporting with the site, related departments, and government agencies.
Initiative & Leadership Because leading the promotion of business improvements and safety measures.
Planning & Organization Formulation of mining plans and personnel/equipment allocation plans are essential.
Problem Solving Because quick identification of causes and development of countermeasures during troubles are required.
Stress Tolerance Because it is necessary to endure site accident risks and deadline pressures.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation Because work is conducted based on existing mining methods and rules.

Related Qualifications

  • Hygiene Manager
  • Mine Safety Supervisor
  • Professional Engineer (Mining Department)

Aliases

  • Excavation Section Chief
  • Mine Section Chief

Related Jobs

  • Mine Engineer
  • Mining Department Head

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