← Back to search
ANZSCO 133513Updated 2026-01-29

Production Manager (Mining)

National shortage level: Low

ANZSCO 133513OSCA 132233

Snapshot

Median pay: AUD 155k
Weekly earnings: AUD 2990
Salary range: AUD 140k-AUD 171k
Job ads trend: Not listed
Time to hire: Varies
Visa pathways: Check eligibility

State distribution

44.8%
WA
25.9%
QLD
14.8%
NSW

Education mix

25.1%
certificate iii/ iv
25%
bachelor degree
16.3%
advanced diploma/ diploma

Role overview

Mine Managers manage the production activities of mining operations.

What you do
  • Determines, implements and monitors production strategies, policies and plans.
  • Plans details of production activities in terms of output, quality, quantity, cost, time available and labour requirements.
  • Controls operation of production plant and quality procedures through planning of maintenance, designation of operating hours, and supply of parts and tools.

Core skills

    Credentials & pathway

    • Recommended level: certificate iii/ iv (25.1%)

    Recent job ads

    No ads listed yet.

    Tasks

    • Co-ordinates the implementation of occupational health and safety requirements.
    • Controls operation of production plant and quality procedures through planning of maintenance, designation of operating hours, and supply of parts and tools.
    • Controls the preparation of production records and reports.

    Earnings

    Weekly median: AUD 2990
    Annual median: AUD 155k
    Range: AUD 140k-AUD 171k