Supervisor : Underground Production

As an Underground Production Supervisor at Agnew, your main responsibilities include leading a team of mining operators, fostering a safe working environment, and ensuring compliance with company policies. You will mentor your crew, support task progression, implement change management initiatives, and collaborate with the Underground Manager to enhance operational efficiency.

To qualify for the Underground Production Supervisor position at Agnew, you’ll need a Western Australian Underground Supervisors Certificate of Competency, prior supervisory experience in mining, and proficiency in planning and forecasting. Additionally, knowledge of mining software like SAP and INX is beneficial.

As an Underground Production Supervisor at Agnew, you'll enjoy several benefits, including a 6% Site Allowance, private health insurance allowance, quarterly bonus schemes, extended annual leave, and the option to partake in an employee assistance program. Long service leave pro rata is also available after five years of service!

Agnew prioritizes safety by instilling it as a core value across all employee levels. You will be expected to promote a safety-first mindset among your crew and actively contribute to improving safety performance throughout our operations.

The Underground Production Supervisor role at Agnew follows a FIFO schedule, working 8 days on and 6 days off from Perth. This structure allows for substantial time off while maintaining an efficient workflow in our underground operations.

When discussing your leadership style, emphasize adaptability, collaboration, and communication. Share specific examples of how you have led teams in the past, handled conflicts, and motivated your crew to meet targets safely and effectively.

In your response, explain your commitment to safety protocols and how you ensure that your team adheres to them. Provide examples of safety training initiatives you've implemented or how you've addressed safety breaches in the past.

Share your approach to project planning by discussing tools and methodologies you use, such as Gantt charts or project management software. Highlight your experience in forecasting and prioritizing tasks to achieve set objectives.

Discuss a specific incident, outlining the conflict, your mediation approach, and the outcome. Highlight the importance of open communication and understanding different perspectives as key strategies in conflict resolution.

Emphasize the importance of cross-functional collaboration. Provide examples of how you establish regular communication channels, such as weekly meetings or shared platforms, to keep alignment across operational teams.

Share specific improvements you've spearheaded that had measurable results, whether they were related to safety, efficiency, or team dynamics. Quantify the impact whenever possible, such as reduced downtime or improved safety records.

Explain your commitment to ongoing education and networking, such as attending workshops, participating in industry groups, or staying current with technological advancements in mining. This shows your dedication to professional growth.

List the mining software you are skilled in, particularly SAP and INX, and explain how your experience with these tools enhances your capability in project planning, operational oversight, and reporting.

Share aspects of the role that excite you, such as team development, operational safety, or successful project completion. Connecting your motivation to Agnew's values can further demonstrate your fit for the company.

Discuss your time management skills and how you assess urgency versus importance. Describe processes you use to prioritize effectively, ensuring that you meet deadlines while maintaining safety standards.