Chief Operating Officer (COO / Mining Engineer / Africa / Listed Entity / Nasdaq Entity) – Miami, USA

Reference Number: 524-1404LH

Job Description:

Our client, an international mining house with operating mines and projects in Africa, is in need a COO to lead their team, based out of Miami, USA.

The successful candidate will have experience in the management of multiple large-scale operations and projects across Sub-Saharan Africa and be well-versed in US regulatory and reporting standards.

Responsibilities:

• Managing all operational and project development activities.
• Oversee the ramp up of existing mines and restarting of mines under care and maintenance.
• Management of exploration licenses in Africa.
• Driving operational transformation and the transition from junior to mid-tier producer, spearheading efforts to increase output and advance project development.
• Ensuring company operational strategy and goals are achieved safely, efficiently and in a sustainable manner.
• Working closely with executive team in investor due diligence processes and corporate governance.
• Directly overseeing mine production, mineral processing, maintenance and site administration.
• Ensuring operations run efficiently, within budget and according to set timelines.
• Championing a culture of safety on site - ensuring high levels of SHEQ standards are implemented and maintained.
• Continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring exploration results are integrated into mine-planning and long-term growth.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to country management and operational teams.
• Ensuring all technical reporting and public disclosures are accurate and compliant with regulatory standards.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or similar technical field.
• Related Master’s degree advantageous.
• Professional registration or affiliation preferred.
• French communication skills advantageous.
• 15 years minimum experience in the technical roles within the mining industry, with 10 years’ experience in leadership positions including 5+ years in senior management or executive level roles.
• Strong operational experience in Sub-Saharan African countries with an understanding of operating conditions, regulatory frameworks and the challenges faced in these countries.
• Experience in corporate compliance and reporting standards for US listed entities (SEC Regulation S-K 1300 and NI 43-101).
• Well-versed in delivering operational growth and excellence for large scale mining projects and operations across various African jurisdictions.
• Technical expertise in gold mining as well as other base metals, with expertise in mineral processing for these commodities.
• Experience managing both open put and underground mines.
• Experience in the management of multiple operations and projects simultaneously.
• Proven expertise in increasing production, cost reduction and improving capital efficiency.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of stakeholder engagement, from site to board and both internally and externally.
• Willingness to travel extensively in Africa.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Leanne Laas at [email protected]

Please visit www.camining.com for more exciting opportunities.

Leanne Laas

Executive Lead – Talent & Client Management

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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