Mining Program Lead - Central America Operations

Tether.io; España; Remote; EUR 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tether.io seeks an experienced Program Manager with a strong mining background to lead and coordinate strategic initiatives in Central America. You will oversee planning, execution, and delivery of multiple interrelated mining projects, spanning exploration, permitting, development, and operations readiness, while aligning with corporate objectives.

You will manage budgets, engage with regulators and communities, and ensure compliance with HSE and international standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Industrial or Civil Engineering or related field.
• Postgraduate qualification in Project/Program Management or related field preferred.
• PM certification (PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• 6+ years in mining with 3-5 years in managing complex programs or multi-project portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program management for mining initiatives in Central America, coordinating exploration, studies, permitting and readiness workstreams.
• Define program scope, objectives, milestones, budgets, and resources aligned with corporate strategy.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external consultants across geology, engineering, environmental, legal, finance, and community relations.
• Manage relationships with government authorities, regulators, and local institutions to advance permits and policy engagement.
• Drive community and stakeholder engagement programs aligned with ESG commitments and social license.
• Monitor risks, dependencies and critical path; implement mitigation and escalate issues to the steering committee.
• Establish governance, reporting cadences, and KPIs; produce executive-level updates.
• Oversee program budgets, CAPEX tracking, and vendor/contract management.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and international mining standards including HSE requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-cultural communication

Project management

Risk management

Planning & organization

Budget management

English communication

Spanish language

Regulatory compliance

MS Project

Primavera

Reporting platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field

Postgraduate qualification in Project/Program Management or related field

Program/Project Management certification (PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Reporting platforms

Job description

Tether.io seeks an experienced Program Manager with a strong mining background to lead and coordinate strategic initiatives in Central America. You will oversee planning, execution, and delivery of multiple interrelated mining projects, spanning exploration, permitting, development, and operations readiness, while aligning with corporate objectives.

You will manage budgets, engage with regulators and communities, and ensure compliance with HSE and international standards.