Our Functions
Sabah Mineral Management serves as the central coordinating body for mineral resource activities in Sabah.
Coordinate Applications
We coordinate all Prospecting Licence and Mining Lease applications, ensuring a streamlined process for applicants while maintaining thorough review standards.
Vetting Process
Comprehensive vetting of all applications to ensure compliance with legal requirements, environmental standards, and technical specifications.
Monitor Operations
Ongoing monitoring of mining operations to ensure compliance with licence conditions, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
Best Practises
Promote and enforce industry best practises in mineral exploration, extraction, and site rehabilitation.
Policy Advice
Provide expert policy advice to the Sabah State Government on mineral resource management and development.
Maximise Local Welfare
Ensure mineral resource development maximises benefits for local communities through employment, CSR programmes, and revenue sharing.
Comprehensive Coordination
As the central coordinating agency, SMM works closely with various government departments and agencies
Jabatan Tanah dan Ukur
Sabah Lands & Surveys Department
Pejabat Hasil Bumi
Natural Resources Office
Jabatan Perhutanan Sabah
Sabah Forestry Department
Jabatan Peguam Besar Negeri Sabah
Sabah State Attorney-General's Chambers
Jabatan Perlindungan Alam Sekitar
Environment Protection Department
Pejabat Daerah
District Administration
Jabatan Mineral dan Geosains
Mineral and Geoscience Department