Linum Consult’s client is a world leader in construction, with a diverse portfolio of business interests, which encompass the construction, transportation, civil and mining sectors. Due to continued growth in the African region, they are urgently looking to hire a French-speaking Production Manager for an open pit mine in Central Africa
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leading, organising, and providing direction to site teams to ensure exceptional performance is achieved in people performance, HSEQ outcomes and business results
- Achieving production targets as per the business plan or forecast
- Adhering to mine planning schedules, in quantity, quality, and be actively involved in any deviations
- Participating in setting strategic directions for the delivery of works, so that profit and turnover targets of the Mining Business Plan are met, and securing new work when possible
- Achieving safety targets and driving a positive safety culture across the site
- Ensuring comprehensive, continuous, and effective supervision of loading and hauling operations with excavators and trucks
- Overseeing drill and blast operations
- Providing the finance department with the required information related to costs and budget
REQUIREMENTS
- Degree qualified or equivalent in Mining Engineering, ideally with an MBA or master’s degree
- 15 years’ experience in open pit mining, with demonstrable knowledge of drilling, explosives, and blasting techniques
- Fluent in English, with strong spoken French language skills
- Excellent IT skills, in particular: MS Office, Surpac (or equivalent), and AutoCAD
- Proven track record in Africa on open pit mines
- Strong organisation and man management skills
- Available immediately
APPLICATION PROCESS
This is an URGENT requirement, only candidates who fulfil the criteria will be contacted. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now to africa@linumconsult.com for the attention of Neill Donald