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mine shift manager

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Mine shift managers supervise staff, manage plant and equipment, optimise productivity and ensure safety at the mine on a day to day basis.

3121.1.1 ISCO 3121 ESCO source
Competences
20
Groups
4
Essential
13
Optional
7

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 4 competences

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impact of geological factors on mining operations

Be aware of the impact of geological factors, such as faults and rock movements, on mining operations.

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mine safety legislation

The laws, regulations and codes of practice relevant to safety in mining operations.

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mining engineering

Fields of engineering relevant to mining operations. Principles, techniques, procedures and equipment used in the extraction of minerals.

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Cross-sector

1 competence
electricity

The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.

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Essential skills and competences 9 competences

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deal with pressure from unexpected circumstances

Strive to achieve objectives despite the pressures arising from unexpected factors outside of your control.

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maintain records of mining operations

Maintain records of mine production and development performance, including performance of machinery.

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monitor mine production

Oversee mining production rates in order to estimate operational effectiveness.

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Cross-sector

6 competences
ensure compliance with safety legislation

Implement safety programmes to comply with national laws and legislation. Ensure that equipment and processes are compliant with safety regulations.

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manage emergency procedures

React quickly in case of emergency and set planned emergency procedures in motion.

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manage staff

Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet the company objectives. Monitor and measure how an employee undertakes their responsibilities and how well these activities are executed. Identify areas for improvement and make suggestions to achieve this. Lead a group of people to help them achieve goals and maintain an effective working relationship among staff.

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present reports

Display results, statistics and conclusions to an audience in a transparent and straightforward way.

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supervise staff

Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.

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troubleshoot

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

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health and safety hazards underground

The rules and risks affecting health and safety when working underground. 

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Optional skills and competences 6 competences

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Sector-specific

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identify process improvements

Identify possible improvements to operational and financial performance, in order to increase productivity, efficiency, quality, and streamline procedures.

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investigate mine accidents

Conduct investigation of mining accidents; identify unsafe working conditions and develop measures for improvement.

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monitor mine costs

Monitor total costs of mining activities, projects and required equipment; pursue maximum operational cost efficiency.

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supervise mine construction operations

Prepare and oversee mine construction operations e.g. shaft and tunnel constructions.

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Cross-sector

2 competences
manage heavy equipment

Supervise the operation of heavy-duty equipment. Compute the availability of the equipment. Schedule maintenance periods.

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think proactively

Take initiatives to come up with improvements.

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