Based on 1 submission across Aotearoa
Leads operations at a mine or quarry, overseeing production, safety, and compliance under mining regulations. Manages staff, budgets, and environmental responsibilities. Requires a high level of accountability in NZ resource operations. The role involves careful planning, strong leadership, and day-to-day ownership of safety outcomes on site. Licensing under New Zealand mining regulations and relevant operational experience are required for this level of responsibility. The position sits at the top of site accountability, so communication with the crew matters every day. Careers build slowly here, with each year of safe operation adding real weight to a manager's record.
Base salary + bonuses, based on 1 submissions
Based on 1 anonymous submissions
Across 1 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Mine / Quarry Manager in New Zealand is $103,000 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $103,000 (10th percentile) to $103,000 (90th percentile).
A full-time median of $103,000 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.
Median pay by experience: Lead (10+ Yrs) $95,000.
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