Site Head - Sarai East

About Business
JOB DESCRIPTION
Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world-class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large-scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG-rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.
Job Purpose: The Mines Manager/Site Head is responsible for overseeing all aspects of mine operations, including production, safety compliance, resource management, and statutory approvals. This role ensures efficient planning and execution of mining activities while aligning with environmental and regulatory standards. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, HR, and external regulatory bodies, to optimize performance, manage costs, and drive innovation for operational excellence.
Responsibilities
Mines Manager or Site Head - Coal Mining
Mine Operations & Production Management
Oversee daily mining operations, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
Supervise drilling, blasting, excavation, and transportation activities to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime.
Implement cost-effective measures to enhance operational performance and stay within allocated budgets.
Monitor and evaluate mining equipment performance, ensuring timely maintenance and repairs to prevent delays.
Develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline mining processes.
Pre-Construction Planning & Regulatory Compliance
Lead pre-construction activities, ensuring all statutory clearances, including environmental and forest approvals, are obtained.
Liaise with regulatory bodies such as DGMS, Pollution Control Board, and State Mining Offices to secure necessary permits.
Manage land acquisition challenges and ensure smooth transition processes for mining operations.
Develop and implement a comprehensive Safety Management Plan in compliance with DGMS norms, MMDR Act, and environmental laws.
Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and training programs to ensure a zero-accident workplace.
Resource Allocation & Cost Management:
Strategically deploy personnel and equipment to maximize efficiency and achieve production goals.
Coordinate preventive maintenance schedules to reduce equipment downtime.
Ensure proper inventory management for spare parts and consumables to avoid disruptions in operations.
Monitor project expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure financial alignment with budgetary constraints.
Innovation & Digital Transformation
Drive the adoption of digital tools such as pit-to-plant digitization to enhance transparency and decision-making.
Implement advanced mechanization practices and data analytics to improve operational efficiency.
Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate innovative technologies into mining operations.
Regularly evaluate digital platforms to optimize performance and align with business objectives.
Stakeholder & Team Management
Liaise with internal teams, including engineering, logistics, finance, and HR, to align operational goals with business strategies.
Manage relationships with external stakeholders such as contractors, regulatory authorities, and community representatives.
Ensure clear communication and periodic updates on project progress and operational challenges.
Resolve disputes and monitor contractor performance to maintain adherence to project timelines.
Safety & Environmental Governance
Promote a strong safety culture by enforcing adherence to safety protocols and industry best practices.
Lead incident investigations and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including waste management, air quality monitoring, and sustainability initiatives.
Stay updated on the latest regulatory developments affecting mining operations.
Key Stakeholders - Internal
Key Stakeholders - Internal
HODs
Employees
Key Stakeholders - External
DGMS
Forest Department
Qualifications
Educational Qualification:
M.Tech/M.E-Mining
First class Managers Certificate - Coal
Work Experience (Range Of Years)
Work Experience (Range of Years):
18 to 22 years
About Us
The road to empowerment is the one that guards a countrys stride onwards, keeping every hurdle that poses a threat to the constant pace of progress at bay. Yet another milestone in our growth story, is the business of Natural Resources. The scale of our business assures a steady availability of coal, extracted in the most responsible ways, which promises constant supply of power to both urban and rural geographies of India ensuring no hurdles are faced by the citizens in the path to achieving their dreams. The mining industry is considered a major contributor to the growth of the Indian economy. The mining business unit of the Adani group was established in 2007 as the last link in ensuring energy security for India. We are also developing and operating mines in Indonesia and Australia.
In the past few years, we have transformed from a coal trading and importing company to a comprehensive integrated coal management company. We have a diversified trading portfolio and are involved in Coal and Coke trading.