Wayne Colborne

Mining Project Manager specializing in Open-Pit Mining and Contractor Management

Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

About

Experienced Mining Operations Manager / Mining Project Manager / Mining Manager with more than 25 years of international open-pit contract mining experience across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Background includes a range of challenging mining environments, with experience supporting operational improvement, site development, and the delivery of large-scale open-pit mining projects. This includes improving the performance of underperforming operations, contributing to greenfield developments, and working with multicultural teams of 300–500+ personnel. Professional experience is focused on contract mining operations, practical site leadership, digital systems implementation, and the development of safe, productive, and accountable teams. Project exposure spans several commodities, including gold, copper, coal, and mineral sands. Core Areas of Experience Operational Improvement & Site Performance Experience in identifying operational challenges, improving site processes, and supporting practical solutions that help mining operations perform more safely, consistently, and efficiently. Greenfield Project Development Experience contributing to greenfield mining projects from early-stage planning through to operational production, including involvement in the development of Ma’aden’s flagship gold operation in Saudi Arabia. Technology & Systems Integration Hands-on experience with fleet management systems such as Modular and Hexagon, as well as Mine Operating Systems, Short Interval Control processes, and other tools that support improved planning, visibility, and operational control. Contract & Stakeholder Management Experience working closely with contractors, mining companies, regulatory bodies, and site teams to support effective communication, contract performance, and strong working relationships. Motivated by opportunities to improve mining operations, support teams, and deliver measurable results through practical leadership, clear communication, and disciplined execution.

Experience

  • Mining Project Manager at Jac Rijk Al Rushaid Co. Ltd.
    Jun 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 1 mo

    Mining Contractor

  • Dry Mining Manager at Sierra Rutile Limited
    Mar 2018 - Mar 2020 · 2 yrs 1 mo

  • Operations Manager / Mining Specialist at Vale
    Aug 2016 - Mar 2018 · 1 yr 8 mos

  • Project Manager Mining at MCC Contract Mining
    Apr 2015 - Jul 2016 · 1 yr 4 mos

    Contractor

  • Mining Manager at Barrick Gold Corporation
    Sep 2013 - Mar 2015 · 1 yr 7 mos