Director de Operaciones Mineras

Placements24; Hermosillo; Hybride; MXN 2 000 000 - 3 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Base salary

Performance bonuses

Executive health benefits

Long-term incentives

Retirement savings plan

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a visionary Director of Mining Operations to provide strategic leadership for a global mining portfolio. This fully remote executive role focuses on managing assets, safety, and profitability across Hermosillo, Sonora, MX and beyond.

The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in large-scale mining operations, demonstrated expertise in safety, cost control, and digital transformation, and the ability to lead globally distributed teams with strong stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mining Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• PhD is a plus.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership in large-scale mining operations.
• Proven track record of safety, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.
• Strong strategic planning, financial management, and capital allocation skills.
• Exceptional leadership and ability to lead globally distributed teams.
• Deep knowledge of mining technologies, automation, and digital transformation.
• Understanding of environmental sustainability and CSR in mining.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments in Mexico.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute long-term operational strategies to maximize shareholder value.
• Provide executive leadership for all mining operations, ensuring safety and productivity.
• Manage budgets, CapEx, and resource allocation across sites.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce costs and improve recovery.
• Lead and mentor senior operational managers and site leaders.
• Foster a strong safety culture and robust risk management.
• Oversee deployment of new mining technologies and digital solutions.
• Engage with government agencies, communities, and industry partners.
• Report performance and progress to the executive board.

Connaissances

Strategic planning

Financial management

Capital allocation

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Safety leadership

Regulatory navigation

Communication

Digital transformation

Mining technologies

Formation

Master’s degree in Mining Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

PhD is a plus

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in the mining industry, is seeking a visionary and highly accomplished Director of Mining Operations to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for their extensive mining portfolio. This critical role is a fully remote position, designed for an executive who can manage diverse operations and teams from anywhere in the world, with a primary focus on overseeing their assets and strategic initiatives within Hermosillo, Sonora, MX and beyond. The ideal candidate will possess a distinguished track record in managing large-scale mining operations, a profound understanding of operational best practices, exceptional leadership capabilities, and a keen strategic mind. You will be responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring the highest standards of safety, environmental stewardship, and profitability across all mining sites. This is a premier opportunity to shape the future of mining operations for a major player in the industry, leveraging advanced technologies and sustainable practices from a remote executive position.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term operational strategies to achieve company objectives and maximize shareholder value.
• Provide executive leadership and oversight for all mining operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and productivity.
• Manage operational budgets, capital expenditures, and resource allocation across multiple sites.
• Ensure compliance with all local and international health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize mining processes, reduce costs, and enhance recovery rates.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of senior operational managers and site leaders.
• Foster a strong safety culture and implement robust risk management strategies.
• Oversee the implementation of new technologies and innovative solutions in mining operations.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, and industry partners.
• Report on operational performance, key metrics, and strategic progress to the executive board.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mining Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A Ph.D. is a plus.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in managing complex, large-scale mining operations across various commodities.
• Demonstrated success in driving operational efficiency, cost reduction, and safety performance.
• Expertise in strategic planning, financial management, and capital allocation.
• Exceptional leadership, team-building, and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence globally distributed teams.
• In-depth knowledge of mining technologies, automation, and digital transformation in the industry.
• Strong understanding of environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility in mining.
• Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, particularly in Mexico.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Willingness to travel as needed for strategic oversight and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

This executive role offers a highly competitive compensation package including a significant base salary, substantial performance-based bonuses, comprehensive executive health benefits, long-term incentive plans, and a retirement savings program. This position provides the ultimate flexibility of a fully remote work environment, empowering you to lead from anywhere while driving the success of mining operations critical to Sonora and the broader company strategy.