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Experts in recruiting top talent through a targeted approach and search methodology, we have a proven track record in sourcing and positioning exceptional candidates into your organisation in any mining discipline or level.
Mining International was retained by our client, a rapidly growing underground gold mining company in the Middle East, to recruit a Mine Planning Superintendent. This strategic appointment formed part of the client’s broader technical leadership build-out during a critical phase of expansion across multiple ore bodies.
The mandate was for us to find someone with deep expertise in underground mine planning who could not only drive planning strategy but also build the function from the ground up, mentor a growing team, and integrate life-of-mine thinking into a dynamic operational environment.
Mining International was retained by our client, a rapidly expanding underground mining operator in the Middle East to recruit a Geotechnical Engineering Superintendent. This appointment was a key part of the client's strategy to strengthen its technical leadership and ensure best-in-class ground control practices across new and existing underground operations.
The role required someone who could take complete ownership of the geotechnical function, reviewing and improving ground support standards, delivering site-wide ground awareness training, and working cross-functionally to embed a culture of safe, practical ground control.
Mining International were retained by our client, an innovative Australian-based company in the high-purity materials sector to recruit a Business Development Manager (BDM) to lead their commercial outreach in the High Purity Alumina (HPA) market.
The mandate was for us to find a commercial leader capable of building a strategic network and accelerating the transition from development to commercial dominance. The role was critical to forming high-value relationships, creating client qualification pipelines, and positioning the company as a global HPA supplier.
Mining International was retained by a fast-growing underground mining operator in the Middle East to recruit a Long-Term (LT) Planning Engineering Superintendent. The client was looking to strengthen its technical leadership team during a period of significant growth and transition.
The mandate was for us to find a critical hire responsible for owning and leading the long-term planning function across multiple ore bodies, integrating life-of-mine strategies with operational execution. Beyond technical competence, the role demanded someone capable of mentoring others, driving continuous improvement, and aligning long-term plans with dynamic, short-term production needs.
Mining International was retained by our client, a major base and precious metals operator in the Middle East to recruit a Deswik Trainer for their underground mining operations. This 12-month fixed-term role was crucial to improving internal technical capabilities and enhancing the use of Deswik software across the mine planning function.
The mandate was for us to find a specialist who could train teams in Deswik, embed best practices, and help establish a scalable planning framework. Equally important was finding someone who could thrive in a collaborative, mentoring-focused culture.
Mining International was retained by our client, a well-established gold mining operation based in Southeast Asia, to recruit a Metallurgy Superintendent for their flagship processing plant. This hire was crucial to providing technical leadership across ongoing operations and future growth projects.
The mandate was for us to find someone who could optimize gold recovery in an existing process plant, lead metallurgical test work, and integrate seamlessly into the local team and community. Given the highly specific technical and cultural requirements, the assignment presented both complexity and nuance
Mining International was retained by our client, a globally renowned mining consultancy known for technical excellence and industry leadership, to support the recruitment of a Senior or Principal Mine Engineer.
This search mandate aimed to fill a skills gap within the senior team. The role demanded a technically proficient professional capable of working independently, contributing to project management, providing internal mentoring, and supporting business development efforts as needed.
Mining International was retained by an existing client to recruit a Senior Mining Engineer for their South African work.
The mandate was for us to find an experienced South African Mine Engineering Expert to travel to various sites around Africa and possibly beyond, conducting an in-depth risk analysis (insurance risk surveys) and creating a comprehensive report to be sent to the underwriters of the risks surrounding the mining operation and quality of control around those risks.
Mining International was retained by an existing client to recruit a Senior Fire Engineer for their Western Australia work as they were outsourcing this function to an independent fire engineering consultancy.
The mandate was for us to find an experienced Senior Fire Engineer to travel to site, conducting an in-depth risk analysis (insurance risk surveys) and create a comprehensive report to be sent to the underwriters of the risks surrounding the mining operation and quality of control around those risks.
Mining International was retained by our client, Anglesey Mining, a UK Mining company listed on the AIM and has interests in projects in Wales, Sweden, and Canada.
With the previous CEO stepping down and taking a NED position with the company, the need to recruit a CEO was imminent.
Mining International was retained by a drilling services company based in Ghana.
The Managing Director had been searching for over 12 months to fill this position but due to lack of resources and time, they were unable to find the right candidate.
Mining International was retained by our client, an established Perth based ASX-listed junior miner with gold and copper assets.
They approached us as they were finding it increasingly difficult to source an Exploration Manager in a competitive Western Australian marketplace.
Mining International was retained by our client to recruit some of their expatriate management team for their operation in Europe.
The searches were spread out over the course of 6 months to allow for the recruitment process and onboarding to take place. These roles were essential and core to the building of the mine so it was crucial we source, engage and get the right mining professionals on board for the future success of this project.
Mining International was retained by our client, a leading mid-tier company producing gold and base metals in Southeast Asia.
The two hiring managers had been trying to find someone for over 6 months but couldn’t find a suitable candidate who met their criteria and knowing how difficult it was getting, they decided to contact us to carry out a detailed search through mapping the market.
Mining International were retained by our client, a leading Canadian Intermediate Gold producer, to recruit a Technical Services Manager for their project in Mexico.
The hiring manager and HR advisor had searched for someone who met the requirements but had difficulty finding the right candidate and the time or resources to search carefully for this person.
Mining International were retained by our client, a mineral resources exploration and development company to recruit a Country Manager for their project in the Philippines.
The CEO had challenges in trying to find the right candidate for the position so decided to outsource this function. They approached us based on our search capabilities and our presence in the senior management space across the globe.
Mining International were retained by our client, a copper exploration and development company to recruit an Exploration Manager for their copper project in Central Africa.
The CEO had searched for someone who met the requirements but had difficulty finding the right candidate and the time or resources to search carefully for this person.