Mine Manager - Gold Operations

Location: Zimbabwe (site-based)
Level: Senior Management
Reports to: General Manager / Managing Director

The Opportunity

Our client, a gold producer in Zimbabwe, is looking for an exceptional Mine Manager to take full command of its operation. This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned mining leader to take full accountability for a gold mine and processing plant, drive production and recovery performance, and leave a lasting mark on a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Take overall responsibility for safe, efficient and profitable mining and processing operations.
• Deliver production, grade, recovery and cost targets in line with the life-of-mine plan.
• Lead, mentor and hold accountable the mining, engineering, processing, geology and support teams.

Plant Management and Flotation

• Oversee the full processing plant, including crushing, milling, flotation and downstream gold recovery.
• Optimize flotation performance, reagent consumption, throughput and metallurgical recovery.
• Work with metallurgical and maintenance teams to drive continuous improvement and reduce downtime.

Safety, Health and Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with the Mines and Minerals Act, mine health and safety regulations and EMA environmental requirements.
• Champion a strong safety culture and zero-harm performance.
• Manage statutory returns, audits, inspections and engagement with regulators.

Financial and Commercial Management

• Develop, own and control operating and capital budgets.
• Identify cost-saving, productivity and efficiency opportunities without compromising safety or quality.
• Prepare and present operational, production and financial reports to executive management and the board.

Asset, Resource and Stakeholder Management

• Ensure effective maintenance and optimal utilization of plant, equipment and infrastructure.
• Oversee mine planning, geology, resource management and tailings and waste management.
• Maintain strong relations with employees, unions, local communities and government authorities.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field (essential).
• Valid Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency, or equivalent statutory qualification recognized in Zimbabwe (essential).
• Postgraduate qualification, e.g. MBA or MSc in Mining, Metallurgy or Engineering (advantageous).
• Recognised health, safety and environmental training (advantageous).

Experience

• 20+ years' experience in the mining industry, including senior management and general management roles.
• Proven track record managing gold mining operations.
• Strong plant management experience, with hands-on flotation experience (essential).
• Demonstrated success in improving production, recoveries and cost performance.
• Experience managing large teams, budgets and statutory compliance.
• Experience in Zimbabwe or the wider southern African mining environment (advantageous).

Knowledge

• Gold mining methods, mineral processing and metallurgical principles.
• Flotation circuit design, operation and optimisation.
• Mine planning, ventilation, ground control and mine safety.
• Mining legislation, environmental regulations and compliance in Zimbabwe.
• Financial management, budgeting and cost control.

Skills and Competencies

• Decisive, authoritative and visible leadership
• Strong commercial and operational acumen
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Resilience and the ability to perform in a demanding environment
• Strong people management and the ability to build high-performing teams

Why Apply?

• Full command of a gold operation, with real authority and accountability
• A business that values technical excellence and operational delivery
• The chance to shape performance, culture and long-term growth
• A competitive package commensurate with experience (to be discussed with shortlisted candidates)

How to Apply

If you are a proven mining leader ready for your next challenge, apply via this page or send your CV to [email protected], quoting "Mine Manager - Gold" in the subject line.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.