Technical Manager, Open Pit Copper/Cobalt
Dem Rep of the Congo

Contract expatriate position in the Mining sector in the Dem Rep of the Congo. Salary around 180000US$ per annum plus benefits. (taxable)

Regrettably, we are unable to consider people who do not have prior copper/cobalt mining industry experience.

This is a single status position, also a residential position as opposed to a fly-in-fly-out position. Ample leave is provided for with a travelling allowance paid per annum in addition to the annual package specified.

The right candidate could be considered for the position of Chief Operating Officer in the short to medium term.

WITH THE ABOVE IN MIND WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Metallurgical or Engineering Degree or equivalent
Solid operational experience and management expertise with the focus on open pit copper / cobalt oxide deposits with a strong emphasis on hydrometallurgy is ESSENTIAL.
A proven production safety and cost management track record
Experience and expertise in managing technical services (Planning, Geology, Survey, Rock Mechanics, etc), with very good knowledge of engineering and hydrometallurgical processing
Need to show exceptional interpersonal skills and business acumen

REPORTING TO THE GENERAL MANAGER, HE WILL:

Oversee all Operational departments
Set and achieve production targets and within approved schedules and budgets
Manage the expenditure of operating and capital budgets, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operation
Promote a culture of awareness and commitment to safe working practices amongst all employees, which will enable a healthy and accident-free working environment.

This operation has big expansion potential and the successful applicant will have the opportunity to be intimately involved in the future success.

OTHER:

Annual leave of 50 working days per annum
Medical Cover
On-mine accommodation
Other benefits available on request

To apply please email a detailed MS Word CV to andre@hutech.co.za or visit us online at: www.careeravenue.co.za

Closing Date: Urgent start

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Technical Manager, Open Pit Copper/CobaltDem Rep of the Congo

Technical Manager, Open Pit Copper/Cobalt
Dem Rep of the Congo