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How much do open pit mine manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for open pit mine manager in the United States is $61,351.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an open pit mine manager do?

An Open Pit Mine Manager oversees the operation and management of open pit mining sites. Their responsibilities include planning and coordinating mining activities, ensuring safety and environmental compliance, managing staff, and optimizing production to meet targets. They also handle budgeting, reporting, and liaising with regulatory bodies and stakeholders. The role requires strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as experience in mining operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an open pit mine manager?

To thrive as an Open Pit Mine Manager, you need expertise in mining engineering, operational planning, safety regulations, and typically a relevant degree with several years of industry experience. Familiarity with mine planning software (such as Surpac or MineSight), project management tools, and compliance certifications like MSHA are often required. Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills are crucial for managing large teams and coordinating cross-functional operations. These competencies ensure efficient, safe, and profitable mining operations while maintaining regulatory compliance.

What are some of the primary challenges faced by an open pit mine manager on a daily basis?

As an Open Pit Mine Manager, you will often face the challenge of balancing production targets with safety and environmental regulations. Managing a large and diverse team, coordinating with geologists and engineers, and responding to unexpected issues such as equipment breakdowns or weather disruptions are common. Additionally, maintaining effective communication across departments and ensuring compliance with local laws are essential. This role requires adaptability, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What is the difference between Open Pit Mine Manager vs Underground Mine Supervisor?

AspectOpen Pit Mine ManagerUnderground Mine Supervisor
CredentialsMining Engineering Degree, Blasting CertificationsMining Engineering or Geology Degree, Safety Certifications
Work EnvironmentSurface open-pit sites, large-scale equipmentUnderground tunnels, confined spaces
Industry UsageMining companies with open-pit operationsUnderground mining operations
Search IntentCompare roles in surface miningCompare roles in underground mining

The Open Pit Mine Manager oversees surface mining operations, focusing on planning, safety, and productivity of open-pit sites. The Underground Mine Supervisor manages underground activities, emphasizing safety and efficiency in confined underground environments. Both roles require mining-specific certifications and industry experience but differ mainly in work environment and operational scope.

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Infographic showing various Open Pit Mine Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,351 per year, or $29.5 per hour.

$100K - $138K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Develop and oversee short-term mine plans based on reserve and ore control models, production budgets, and forecasts.

  • Evaluate alternative mine designs and plans to maximize productivity and revenue.

  • Manage performance and mentor direct reports to ensure optimal team performance.


Kinross Gold rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 41 rated mining


Job description

Bald Mountain is an open-pit mine with a large estimated mineral resource in the largest private mining land package in the U.S. The mine is located in White Pine County, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world, along the southern extension of the prolific Carlin trend. Bald Mountain and the nearby Round Mountain mine make up Kinross’ Nevada operations. 

Bald Mountain is an important contributor to the economy of northeastern Nevada and maintains a comprehensive environmental strategy including wildlife protection, habitat recovery and education.

Job Summary

Responsible for carrying out a full range of engineering functions including but not limited to; development of an accurate mine plan, evaluating assumptions and production rates, pit design updates, analyzing equipment needs, managing multiple projects, creation of alternative mine plans and scenarios, and evaluation of various options with the goal of maximizing revenue in alignment with developed Forecasts, Budget and Life of Mine plans and schedules. Must show the ability and willingness to supervise, manage performance and development of department personnel. Will have direct involvement and integration with staff from all departments. Will integrate across the mining value chain to ensure optimal; utilization of resources and personnel; and maximize productivity. Qualified candidates may be eligible for both a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. 

Essential Functions

1.  Develop and/or oversee short-term (daily, weekly and monthly) plans based on reserve and ore control models, production budgets, and forecasts. 
2.  Generate medium term and forecast mine plans in coordination with other departments as required, ensuring alignment with the overall budget plan. 
3.  Provide input for long-term and LOM plan coordination. 
4.  Mentor and develop direct reports to ensure optimal performance of the section.
5.  Manage performance of direct reports and identify opportunities for maximizing strengths and for areas of development.
6.  Evaluate alternative designs and mine plans based on various operational scenarios with the goal of maximizing productivity and revenue.
7.  Conduct equipment studies to verify that planned production goals can be met.
8.  Make recommendations for opportunities that maximize efficiency and productivity of the entire operation.
9.  Complete federal and state permit compliance reports or documentation as required.
10.  Represent the company in requests for bids for capital earthwork and site construction jobs.
11.  Design or generate maps, as-built, bench plans, cross-sections, or permit drawings as required.
12.  Monitor monthly production. Provide current pit topography from monthly mine advance surveys or aerial surveys.
13.  Integrate with up and downstream disciplines and processes to ensure consideration in planning and reconciliation processes. 
14.  Coordinate interdepartmental activities that directly impact daily production targets.
15.  Generate mine planning and project management monthly summaries for use in company reporting.
16.  Provide support, as needed, to other departments on monthly reporting.
17.  Review designs of dumps, access roads, ramps, and mine site facilities.
18.  Project management duties, including, but not limited to; assisting with operational and capital project teams as required. 
19.  Consistent exercise of discretion and judgment in job performance.
20.  Punctuality and regular attendance is required.
21.  Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
22.  Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to, safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
23.  Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state.
24.  Work safely in all areas and identify potential safety hazards and work with management to correct them.
25.  Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
26.  Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

1.  BS Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program  
2.  Minimum of five years of experience in an open pit mining environment preferred.
3.  Knowledge of engineering techniques as they apply to pit design, mine planning, equipment analysis, and project management.
4.  Thorough understanding of open-pit mining operations as well as a general understanding of heap leaching process and mine maintenance.
5.  Working knowledge of one or more computer-aided mine design and scheduling software packages (MineSight, Deswik, or Vulcan etc.) 
6.  Proficiency in MS Office suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
7.  Experience in supervising and developing personnel is preferred.
8.  Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
9.  Possess good interpersonal skills.
10.  Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
11.  Strong administrative and organizational skills desired.
12.  Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with others in a team environment.
13.  Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
14.  May work on rotational basis, holidays, shift work, and weekends as required.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

•    Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
•    Have a strong commitment to safe working practices. 
•    Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment. 
•    Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions. 
•    Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements. 

Kinross Leadership Practices

•    Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.  
•    Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect. 
•    Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization. 
•    Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.  
•    Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results. 
•    Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.  
•    Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals.  Models humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.
•    Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value. 
•    Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.  

Kinross Competencies

•  Strategic Effectiveness
Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.
•  External engagement
Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.
•  Business Focus
Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.
•  Living the Kinross Values
Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

Legislative Requirements
Background Check required
US work permit required
Language Requirements
English

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).


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