Chief Operating Officer - Mining - North Africa - Rotational Expat Role

NES Fircroft; Lyon; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player in hard rock mining is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead operational excellence at their North African site. This strategic role demands a seasoned professional with a strong background in mining operations within international firms. The ideal candidate will enhance business processes, ensuring the mine meets global standards while maintaining profitability. With a solid foundation already in place, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you are ready to take on a challenging role that promises both professional growth and an attractive expat package, this is the opportunity for you.

Prestations

Attractive expat package

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading mining operations in international companies.
• Proven ability to implement new standards and processes.

Responsabilités

• Oversee all operational scope related to the mine.
• Enhance business processes to meet international standards.

Connaissances

Leadership in mining operations

Business process enhancement

Operational efficiency

Fluency in English and French

Formation

Degree in Mining Engineering

Degree in Geology

Degree in Metallurgy

Description du poste

Our client, a hard rock mining operation in North Africa, is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to enhance and develop business processes.

The mine is operational and running profitably. However, the owners have identified further opportunity to enhance business processes, and bring the mine up to international standards.

The COO will report to the CEO, and be responsible for all operational scope related to the mine. The Site Director of the operation - who leads the day-to-day mining activities - will report into this role.

This is a strategic position, looking at overall effectiveness, efficiency and business processes for this site. There is a good foundation to build on - what they need is someone who has run mines for international / listed companies, who can bring that perspective and standard to the operation.

Requirements :

• A degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Metallurgy or similar
• Significant experience leading mining operations within international or listed companies
• Hard rock mining experience preferred
• Proven ability to implement new standards and processes, while maintaining engagement and performance
• E nglish and French language capability
• Willingness to work rotationally in North Africa

On offer is an attractive expat package.