General Manager - Metallurgical Processing Plant - Remote Site, Africa

Introduction

General Manager – Metallurgical Processing Plant - Remote Site, Africa

Rotation:  2 Months On / 2 Weeks Off

Package:  Highly Competitive Executive Package + Full Accommodation & Travel

Are you a proven operational leader with extensive mineral processing experience looking for your next challenge? We are currently recruiting on behalf of an industry leader for a senior, site-based  General Manager – Processing Plant  to lead the complete operational management of a remote metallurgical processing facility in Africa.

This high-impact role requires an adaptive, resilient leader who can drive safety, production, maintenance, and client relations while optimizing plant performance in a challenging, remote environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Executive Leadership:  Provide overall leadership for the processing plant, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.

• Production & Optimization:  Drive plant availability, utilization, and metallurgical performance to achieve strict production targets.

• Maintenance & Reliability:  Oversee maintenance planning and execution to maximize equipment reliability and plant uptime.

• Financial & Commercial Management:  Manage operational budgets, implement cost controls, and coordinate procurement for consumables and critical spares.

• Stakeholder & Client Relations:  Act as the senior representative on-site, building positive client relationships and delivering clear KPI and operational reports.

• Safety & Compliance:  Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and statutory requirements across all plant operations.

Desired Experience & Qualification

What We’re Looking For

• Education:  Degree or Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Experience:  Minimum of 10 years in mineral processing operations, with proven success managing large-scale plants as a Plant Manager, Production Manager, or General Manager.

• Technical Expertise:  Deep knowledge of plant optimization, maintenance planning, and production strategy.

• Specialized Experience:  Hands-on experience in commissioning, operating, or optimizing diamond, Dense Media Separation (DMS), or hard-rock mineral processing plants is highly advantageous.

• Adaptability & Resilience:  Proven track record of living and working internationally in remote, rural mining environments with limited amenities.

• Requirements:  Fluency in English, a valid passport, willingness to work internationally, medical fitness for remote site work, and police clearance.

Working Conditions

• Work Pattern:  Remote site-based role on a 2 months on / 2 weeks off rotation.

• Environment:  Rural mining environment requiring high emotional maturity, cultural adaptability, and resilience.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are ready to step into a key leadership position on a high-value international project, submit your CV today for immediate consideration. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial screening interview.