mining is in our blood
LH Partners

Mining is at the heart of what we do. Lewis brings five years of hands-on experience working in mines across New Zealand and Australia, giving him an authentic understanding of site operations, production pressures, and the importance of safety and culture.
We specialise in recruiting mining professionals, from engineers and geologists to managers and technical specialists, who keep operations running safely and efficiently. More than simply filling roles, we partner with clients to headhunt niche talent, advise on recruitment processes, and provide market insights that help you stay competitive.
Proven Results
Targeted Headhunting
Successfully sourced and hired an Underground Manager with a highly niche background in just 7 days, getting them on site within 10 days to lead operations and deliver on a critical plan to bring a mine online.
Supporting Growth
Partnered with a start-up consultancy to hire their very first staff, providing end-to-end support across recruitment, marketing, networking, and industry insights to help them establish their brand and attract top talent.
Building Teams
Helped a rapidly expanding mining operator scale their planning function, recruiting a Planning Engineer and Senior Planning Engineer to enable continued growth and support the launch of new underground sites.
Get Startedmining jobs we're recruiting for
- Exploration/Underground Drillers
- Long Hole Drillers
- Geologist
- Blast Crew
- Blast Hole Drillers
- Nippers
- Shot Firers
- MPU Operators
- Bogger Operators
- Pit Technicians
- HSE Personnel
- Site Supervisors
- Area/Operations Managers
- Drill & Blast Engineers
- Planning Engineers
- Mining Engineers
- Tech Services
- Foreman
- Alternate and Underground Manager
- Superintendents
- C-Suite
Our mining Team

Leon Hearn / Director
Leon has over five years of diverse recruitment experience, specializing in sectors such as minerals, blast hole drilling, and, more recently, healthcare. Throughout his career, Leon has consistently demonstrated an ability to forge strong, long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. His key strengths lie in his perseverance and resilience, allowing him to navigate challenges effectively while maintaining a high level of professionalism. Leon takes great pride in his honesty and ethical approach to recruitment, qualities that have earned him the trust and respect of his network.

Leon has over five years of diverse recruitment experience, specializing in sectors such as minerals, blast hole drilling, and, more recently, healthcare. Throughout his career, Leon has consistently demonstrated an ability to forge strong, long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. His key strengths lie in his perseverance and resilience, allowing him to navigate challenges effectively while maintaining a high level of professionalism. Leon takes great pride in his honesty and ethical approach to recruitment, qualities that have earned him the trust and respect of his network.
Before transitioning into recruitment, Leon gained valuable experience across various industries in both the UK and Australia. His roles spanned laboring, warehousing, sales, and drilling. Leon’s entry into recruitment came through his work as a contractor at a drilling company, where he eventually took on the role of recruiter for the organization. This hands-on industry experience provided him with unique insights that he now applies in his recruitment career.
Outside of work, Leon enjoys playing sport, seeing friends and spending quality time with his young family.

Lewis Houghton / Director
With five years of recruitment experience in drilling, civil construction, and oil & gas, Lewis has a proven track record of building multiple desks from the ground up and successfully partnering with businesses to meet their objectives. He is known for his resilience and steadfast commitment to honesty and transparency. Lewis values open communication and believes in providing candid feedback to both clients and candidates, a straightforward approach that has earned him a reputation as a trusted resource in the recruitment industry.

With five years of recruitment experience in drilling, civil construction, and oil & gas, Lewis has a proven track record of building multiple desks from the ground up and successfully partnering with businesses to meet their objectives. He is known for his resilience and steadfast commitment to honesty and transparency. Lewis values open communication and believes in providing candid feedback to both clients and candidates, a straightforward approach that has earned him a reputation as a trusted resource in the recruitment industry.
Lewis's diverse background spans agriculture, sports, and mining, equipping him with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by various sectors. His journey into recruitment was inspired by a less-than-ideal experience as a contractor, driving him to enter the industry with a mission to deliver better service—genuine, supportive, and authentic. He takes pride in his work and reputation, ensuring that every hire is the right fit for both the candidate and the organization not just putting “a bum on a seat” approach.
Outside of work, Lewis cherishes quality time with his wife and young daughter. Whether playing football (the real round kind), winding up Leon, enjoying the beach, or sharing a beer with friends, family is his top priority. This commitment to nurturing relationships extends to the long-term partnerships he cultivates throughout his career.

Megan McClean / Recruitment Consultant
With a foundation in Human Resources and Learning & Development, Megan brings a practical, people-first approach to recruitment. She has supported teams across the infrastructure, retail, and corporate sectors, gaining experience in training, onboarding, compliance, and workforce development. Known for being dependable, organised, and genuinely invested in helping people succeed, Megan thrives in fast-paced, people-focused environments.
After establishing herself in HR and L&D, Megan gained valuable firsthand FIFO experience working as an Admin and Mine Site Support, further shaping her approach to be grounded, solutions-driven, and aligned with real-world operational demands.
Megan has also worked in recruitment across various sectors, where she developed a passion for connecting the right people with the right opportunities. She takes pride in building trust, communicating openly, and delivering outcomes that align with both candidate aspirations and business goals. For Megan, recruitment is about creating long-term value, not just filling roles.
Outside of work, you’ll usually find Megan running, exploring the outdoors or socialising with friends. She thrives on challenge, movement, and connection, qualities that reflect her energy, determination, and commitment to growth both personally and professionally.

With a foundation in Human Resources and Learning & Development, Megan brings a practical, people-first approach to recruitment. She has supported teams across the infrastructure, retail, and corporate sectors, gaining experience in training, onboarding, compliance, and workforce development. Known for being dependable, organised, and genuinely invested in helping people succeed, Megan thrives in fast-paced, people-focused environments.
After establishing herself in HR and L&D, Megan gained valuable firsthand FIFO experience working as an Admin and Mine Site Support, further shaping her approach to be grounded, solutions-driven, and aligned with real-world operational demands.
Megan has also worked in recruitment across various sectors, where she developed a passion for connecting the right people with the right opportunities. She takes pride in building trust, communicating openly, and delivering outcomes that align with both candidate aspirations and business goals. For Megan, recruitment is about creating long-term value, not just filling roles.
Outside of work, you’ll usually find Megan running, exploring the outdoors or socialising with friends. She thrives on challenge, movement, and connection, qualities that reflect her energy, determination, and commitment to growth both personally and professionally.