Process Manager, Tasiast Operations

Posted: 22 Nov 2011
Apply deadline: 29 Nov 2011
Location: Mauritania

Job Description:

Kinross is a Canadian-based gold mining company with its head office in Toronto, and mines and projects in the United States, Canada, Russia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Ghana and Mauritania, and employs approximately 7,000 people worldwide. Our core values are putting people first, outstanding corporate citizenship, high performance culture and rigorous financial discipline. We are dynamic, innovative, and passionate about who we are and how we work, and we do not compromise when it comes to doing the right thing in the communities where we operate. At Kinross, we pride ourselves on being skilled, responsible operators who strive not only to meet, but to exceed, regulatory requirements for both environmental and health and safety performance, wherever we operate. Putting people first is a core Kinross value, and our chief priority is to ensure the safety and well-being of every employee and contractor who works for us.

Purpose of Role   The Process Manager will lead the execution of the long-term strategy for a moderately complex ore processing operation, including milling and dump leaching. This position is responsible for formulating short and intermediate-term business plans; and ensure alignment with the organization’s overall strategy. The Process Manager will lead and manage a senior team, including the Metallurgical Superintentend and Production Superintendent and ensure continued growth of ore processing operations   Key Areas of Responsibilities   The Process Manager will develop and operationalize long-term strategies for the ore processing operations at the Tasiast Mine in Mauritania Develops and executes short and intermediate term strategies th at support the growth of ore processing operations; ensures strategies are concretely linked to the organization’s long-term strategy Leads the execution of strategies in ore processing to enhance current practices and performance Sets priorities and allocates resources Manages the human, financial, and operational resources of the ore processing group. Formulates the annual operating and capital budgets for mill and dump leach operations consistent with Kinross’ established financial guidelines and business planning process Participates with the General Manager and other senior staff to set production goals and policy for the mine and then direct the activities of the ore processing staff to achieve those production goals Maintains costs within budget by controlling usage of labour, power, and supplies, while maintaining high productivity Produces monthly reports for the ore processing department To develop and implement business practices and policies within the ore processing group th at align with the organization’s overall strategy  Implements processes, policies, systems, and practices within mill and dump leach operations th at maximize operational efficiencies and competitive advantage Acts as a change agent and project sponsor for key initiatives; models organizational values, sets the cultural tone, and prioritizes business goals Implements strategies in all areas of process / mill to achieve production goals, directs the Mill Operations, directs the metallurgical accounting and testing activities and assay lab activities Identifies strategies and key performance goals and acts as an advisor to direct reports; works to overcome challenges and barriers, and minimize risk Sets performance targets and measures, monitors, and manages the overall performance of the function and direct reports Builds the capabilities of the team to enhance the mill and dump leach operations ability to achieve financial and operating strategy; hires appropriately, leverages the talents of the function and takes corrective action where necessary Ensures there is a comprehensive and effective succession management strategy in place for the function; identifies succession role requirements and high potential talent, and actively develops key talent Sustainability Expectations Develops policies and procedures relating to safety, the environment and individual and organizational development. Ensures that direct reports and respective work areas are in compliance with Health and Safety policies and regulations. Ensures direct reports have the necessary training, skills, knowledge, and tools to do their jobs safely. Provides support to all areas on issues that jointly involve production and safety. Observes operations to detect the violation of safety regulations and compiles safety and production records. Assists in accident and incident investigations and ensures that recommendations are implemented by agreed upon dates. Minimum Qualifications & Skill Requirements BA or BSc degree in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering required or equivalent work experience  Formal professional designation in appropriate area of expertise  8 - 12 years of related work experience  Experience in a leadership role within the mining industry  International experience, preferably in Africa  Detailed knowledge of all phases of gold processing, including grinding and agitated leaching with cyanide, carbon absorption and regenerations, and refining Additional Qualifications & Skill Requirements  General knowledge of mining and the integration of the mining, milling, and maintenance functions

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