Operations Manager (Mining / Processing / Leadership / Copper / Production / Maintenance / Logistics) – Zambia

CA Global; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CA Global is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for a metals recovery and processing client focused on copper mining and processing. The role oversees production, maintenance and logistics teams, ensuring safe, cost-efficient operations and high-quality outputs.

You will lead governance across operational units, drive quarterly strategies, optimize processes, and manage budgets and performance reporting while upholding strict safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in metallurgy/mining engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and safety leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mining and processing operations across production, maintenance and logistics.
• Ensure compliance with SH&E standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee budgeting, reporting and cost control across units.
• Drive continuous improvement and capital expenditure governance.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Safety leadership

Education

B.Eng. or National Diploma in Metallurgical or Mining Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Reference No. CV173

Reference Number: CV173

Job Description: Our client is a listed metals recovery and processing company operating across Africa, specialising in advanced pyro- and hydro-metallurgical solutions with a strong presence in the Zambian Copperbelt. They are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead their operations. The successful candidate will oversee the production, maintenance, and logistics teams, ensuring safe, cost-effective, and efficient operations while delivering high-quality finished products.

Responsibilities

• Lead all mining and processing operational activities, overseeing personnel, resources, and performance across production, maintenance, and logistics.
• Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and community forums.
• Provide governance and direction across all operational units to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Compile, implement, and review production and maintenance strategies quarterly in line with the business plan.
• Identify and implement optimization strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead knowledge-transfer programmes and embed a culture of operational ownership.
• Oversee and recommend capital expenditure projects and ensure effective execution.
• Ensure full compliance with Safety, Health, Quality, and Environmental standards.
• Manage production standards and targets, ensuring timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Ensure strict adherence to legislation, engineering standards, company policies, and procedures.
• Oversee performance management, training and development, and disciplinary processes.
• Drive effective communication across operational teams.
• Manage operational budgets and ensure cost control and financial discipline.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• B.Eng. or National Diploma in Metallurgical or Mining Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the copper mining and processing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead operational teams in an African mining context, preferably Zambia.
• High proficiency in MS Office (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and technical excellence.
• Results-oriented, strong communication skills, safety leadership, innovation, and effective stakeholder engagement.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Two-year fixed-term contract.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Opportunity to work within an innovative, fast-growing metals processing organization.