Remote Chief Data Scientist - Mining Analytics

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 2.986.000 - 4.976.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Bonus structure

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Chief Data Scientist to spearhead advanced analytics for its mining portfolio. This fully remote role leads a team of data scientists and ML engineers to transform exploration, processing and logistics data into actionable insights.

The candidate will deploy AI, ML, and statistics to optimize operations, enhance safety, predict equipment failures, and inform strategic decisions. PhD/Master’s in a quantitative field and 10+ years in data science are expected.

Qualifikationen

• PhD or Master's in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or mathematics.
• 10+ years in data science with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Proven experience applying ML and statistics to industrial problems, mining preferred.
• Strong programming (Python/R) and ML libraries; familiarity with big data and cloud platforms.

Aufgaben

• Define and execute the company-wide data science strategy for mining.
• Lead and grow a distributed team of data scientists and ML engineers.
• Develop predictive maintenance, process optimization, and geological models.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering and IT to drive data value.
• Oversee data governance, model reproducibility and MLOps practices.
• Translate complex findings for technical and executive audiences.

Kenntnisse

Python

R

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

Spark

Hadoop

AWS

Azure

GCP

Tableau

Power BI

Leadership

Ausbildung

PhD or Master's in Data Science / related quantitative field

Tools

Spark

Hadoop

Tableau

Power BI

AWS/Azure/GCP

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in resource extraction and innovation, is looking for an exceptional Chief Data Scientist to spearhead their advanced analytics initiatives within the mining sector. This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to shape data-driven strategies from anywhere. You will lead a team of data scientists and analysts focused on extracting actionable insights from vast datasets generated across exploration, mining, processing, and logistics. The core objective is to leverage AI, machine learning, and statistical modeling to optimize operational efficiency, enhance safety, predict equipment failures, and drive strategic decision-making. This role demands a visionary leader with deep technical expertise and a passion for transforming the mining industry through data.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company's data science strategy for the mining domain.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of data scientists and machine learning engineers.
• Develop and deploy advanced analytical models for predictive maintenance, process optimization, geological modeling, and supply chain efficiency.
• Identify new opportunities to apply data science and machine learning to solve complex business problems in mining.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across operations, engineering, IT, and executive leadership to drive data adoption and value creation.
• Oversee the entire data science lifecycle, from data acquisition and preprocessing to model development, validation, and deployment.
• Establish best practices for data governance, model reproducibility, and MLOps within the organization.
• Communicate complex analytical findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay at the forefront of AI, machine learning, and big data technologies relevant to the mining industry.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in data science, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven experience applying machine learning and statistical modeling techniques to complex industrial problems, preferably within mining or related sectors.
• Expertise in programming languages such as Python or R, and proficiency with data science libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Strong experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing remote teams.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• A deep understanding of the mining value chain and its operational challenges is highly desirable.
• Must be legally authorized to work remotely for a company operating in South Africa.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary and bonus structure, commensurate with executive-level experience. We provide comprehensive health and wellness benefits, a generous retirement savings plan, and significant paid time off. The freedom to work from anywhere, coupled with opportunities for significant impact and professional growth, makes this a unique opportunity. Join our client's innovative team and help shape the future of mining through cutting-edge data science.