Senior Manager / AGM – Operations (Drilling)
Job Description
• Lead daily drilling operations (RC, core, blast-hole) across multiple sites. • Improve crew productivity, discipline, and reduce downtime. • Manage site budgets, logistics, P&L, and cost controls. • Implement KPI reporting, rosters, and HSE compliance. • Build strong client relationships and ensure service quality. • Mentor site managers/supervisors and manage manpower scheduling. • Support project mobilization, tenders, and long-term scale-up. • Strong knowledge of rigs, consumables, equipment, and reporting systems. • Hands-on experience in multi-site African mining operations (DRC/Zambia/Tanzania). • Skilled in MS Project/Primavera, Power BI; PMP preferred. • Fluent in English (French/Swahili highly desirable). • Age: 35–50 years.
Benefits
- expat benefits (housing, transport, comms).
Education & Experience
Education
Degree/Diploma in Mining, Drilling, or Mechanical Engineering
Experience Level
12–18 years in drilling operations (with 5+ years in senior management)
Additional Information
• Defined career path to DGM/GM – Operations with opportunity to work on high-impact global mining projects. • A field-oriented, hands-on leader with strong problem-solving, cultural adaptability, and proven leadership in drilling operations. Safety-driven, commercially minded, and growth-focused.