General Manager

Zijin (Singapore) International Mining Pte. Ltd. -; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Singapore is seeking a General Manager to provide strategic leadership and governance oversight. The role involves steering the company's growth while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, promoting ethical practices, and managing stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate has over 15 years in senior leadership roles within mining or commodity trading and possesses exceptional negotiation and communication skills. Fluency in Mandarin is a strong plus.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in senior leadership roles, preferably in mining or commodity trading.
• Experience in Mergers and Acquisitions financing.
• Knowledge of Singapore's corporate governance.
• Strong network with investors and industry bodies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Board in setting strategic direction.
• Oversee governance frameworks and compliance.
• Monitor senior management's performance.
• Promote transparency and ethical practices.
• Represent the company to various stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Negotiation

Cross-cultural communication

Compliance

Job description

Job Title: General Manager

Location: Singapore

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

The General Manager will provide strategic leadership and governance oversight to steer the company’s growth, ensuring sustainable operations, compliance with environmental and regulatory standards, and value creation for stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Board Leadership & Governance

• Lead the Board in setting the company’s strategic direction, ensuring alignment with long-term goals in the mining industry.
• Oversee governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with Singapore’s Companies Act, and international mining regulations.
• Promote transparency, accountability, and ethical practices across global operations.
• Guide the company’s expansion, investment, and risk management strategies.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent the company to investors, government agencies, and local communities in mining regions (e.g., Southeast Asia, Africa, Australia).
• Build strong relationships with regulators, industry partners, and sustainability organizations.
• Address shareholder concerns and ensure transparent communication.

Performance & Risk Management

• Monitor the senior management’s performance against operational, financial, and sustainability targets.
• Oversee risk mitigation strategies, including commodity price volatility, counterparty risk, geopolitical risks, and environmental liabilities.

Compliance & Ethics

• Uphold compliance with Singaporean and international laws (e.g., ICMM standards, OECD Due Diligence Guidance).
• Ensure ethical sourcing, anti-corruption practices.

Requirements

• 15+ years in senior leadership roles (e.g., General Manager, CEO) within the mining or commodity trading (especially in metals).
• Experience in mining Mergers and Acquisitions financing.
• Experience in Singapore’s corporate governance is a plus.
• Strong network with investors, governments, and industry bodies is a plus.

Key Additions for Mining Industry

• References to global mining regulations and commodity market dynamics.
• Flexibility for international travel to operational sites.
• Exceptional negotiation and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written); Fluency in Mandarin is a strong plus for communicating with Headquarters and counterparts in Greater China.