GM Mining

SECTION I: BASIC INFORMATION

Job Function Mining Role GM Mining
Reporting to: Head Geology & Exploration Workplace Classification Etoile/Mutoshi/
SECTION II: ROLE SUMMARY (Purpose of the Role)

Lead end-to-end mining operations for copper, cobalt and associated mineral assets across the Katanga Copper Belt. The role is accountable for safe,
sustainable and profitable extraction of ore reserves through effective mine planning, production management, fleet optimization, contractor
management, environmental stewardship and stakeholder engagement.
The incumbent will drive operational excellence, reserve utilization, productivity improvement, cost optimization and long-term mine sustainability while
ensuring compliance with DRC mining regulations, international safety standards and ESG commitments.

SECTION III: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ ACCOUNTABILITIES

Mine Operations
Leadership


Lead open pit mining operations covering drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, stockpiling and ore delivery. 
Ensure achievement of annual production targets for ore and waste movement. 
Drive operational efficiency and equipment utilization. 
Monitor productivity KPIs, mining recovery and dilution control.

Strategic Mine
Planning


Align short, medium and long-term mine plans with business objectives. 
Ensure optimal reserve extraction and mine life maximization. 
Review pit designs, sequencing and production schedules. 
Integrate geological, geotechnical and metallurgical inputs into mine plans.

Contractor & Fleet
Management

Manage mining contractors, OEMs and service providers.

Oversee fleet performance, availability and reliability.

Drive cost-effective equipment deployment and maintenance planning.

Safety,
Sustainability &
ESG


Champion a Zero Harm culture. 
Ensure compliance with DRC mining legislation and international mining standards. 
Lead environmental management initiatives including waste dumps, rehabilitation and water management. 
Support community development and local stakeholder engagement programs.

Financial &
Commercial
Management

Develop and manage mining operational budgets. 
Optimize mining cost per tonne. 
Drive productivity improvement and continuous improvement initiatives. 
Evaluate capital projects and mining investments.

Leadership &
Capability Building

Lead multidisciplinary mining teams. 
Develop succession pipelines and local talent. 
Foster performance-driven and accountable culture.

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Sensitivity: LNT Construction Internal Use

SECTION IV: KEY INTERACTIONS
Internal Stakeholder Purpose of Interaction
COO / Country
Director Strategy, production and performance reviews
Processing Plant Team Ore quality and production alignment
Geology Department Grade control and reserve optimization
Maintenance Team Fleet availability and reliability
Finance Team Budgeting and cost control
HSE Team Safety and compliance management
Procurement & Supply
Chain Equipment and consumable availability
External Stakeholder Purpose of Interaction
Mining Contractors Production delivery
Government
Authorities Regulatory compliance
Ministry of Mines Licensing and statutory requirements
Local Communities Social license to operate
OEMs & Suppliers Technical support and equipment performance
External Auditors Compliance and governance reviews

SECTION V: KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

KNOWLEDGE

Minimum
Qualifications

 Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering
 Master's Degree in Mining Engineering / Mineral Economics (Preferred)

Language Skills

 English – Fluent
 French – Working proficiency preferred
 Swahili – Advantageous

EXPERIENCE

Years of Experience

18+ years

Nature of
Experience

 Large-scale open pit copper and cobalt mining
 Katanga Copper Belt operations
 Mine production and contractor management
 Fleet management and productivity optimization
 Budgeting and cost control
 African mining operations experience
 Exposure to ESG and sustainability programs

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Sensitivity: LNT Construction Internal Use

SECTION VI: TECHNICAL & LEADERSHIP / BEHAVIORAL SKILLS REQUIRED TO EXECUTE THE ROLE

SKILLS

Technical Skills

 Open Pit Mining
 Mine Planning Software (Surpac, Whittle, MineSched)
 Fleet Optimization
 Grade Control
 Production Management
 Mine Economics
 Contract Management
 DRC Mining Code
 Budgeting & Cost Control
 ESG & Sustainability

Leadership /
Behavioral Skills

 Strategic Leadership
 Decision Making
 Stakeholder Management
 Commercial Acumen
 Negotiation Skills
 Team Development
 Change Management
 Cross-Cultural Leadership

SECTION VII: ROLE SIZING ELEMENTS

MANDATE

Technical Skills
(if available)

 Annual ore movement responsibility (Mtpa) -
 Copper/Cobalt production accountability -
 Operating budget managed (USD) -
 Capex responsibility -
 Direct and indirect workforce size -
 Role grading (Mercer IPE level) -
 Critical success measures/KPIs-