Operations Manager

The Operations Manager is responsible for developing and optimizing the mine plan, implementing operating systems, and managing equipment and people to deliver sustainable, reliable production at world-class productivity and cost levels. A critical part of the role is to support, coach, and develop a highly effective team of managers capable of applying industry-leading mining practices, with a focus on mine planning, equipment utilization, workforce capability, and operational systems.

Reporting Structure:

• Department: Operations
• Reporting to: Managing Director
• Number of Positions: One (01)

Key Accountabilities:

1. Planning

• Support the Managing Director, Geita, in developing optimized business plans by proposing resource rationalization approaches with associated benefits, risks, and long-term mine plan models.
• Develop and implement a 3–5-year mine plan aligned with company strategy, ensuring sustainable execution of annual plans that deliver safe and cost-effective results.
• Oversee both long-term planning (basis for business plans and budgets) and short-term planning to ensure budget compliance.
• Provide strategic input to ensure mine life sustainability and long-term value creation.

2. Operations Management

• Lead and guide managers to ensure effective delivery of mine operations within the MD Geita business strategy.
• Ensure integration of all mining functions—planning, geology, engineering, operations—through clear leadership structures and alignment across departments.
• Drive localization of management positions within mining operations through structured succession and development planning.
• Design and oversee implementation of operating systems and managerial work practices to achieve consistent delivery to budget.
• Define “good mining practice” and embed continuous performance improvement frameworks.
• Collaborate with the Geology Manager to optimize ore mining methods, balancing productivity, safety, and quality.
• Identify and mitigate risks while leveraging opportunities across the business cycle.

3. Contractor Management

• Define expectations for contractors, ensuring alignment with company standards for safety, cost, quality, and productivity.
• Oversee contract management frameworks to ensure accountability and delivery of mining outcomes.