Job Description

Our client, a Toronto-based mining company, is fully financed and permitted to begin development of its high-potential gold projects in Latin America. As Chief Operating Officer, you will play a critical leadership role—starting with the Oxide resource and advancing towards the development of the significantly larger Sulphide deposit.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering, construction, and operational ramp-up of the Oxide resource project.
• Oversee development strategies for the Sulphide deposit , ensuring long-term planning is integrated from the outset.
• Mitigate risks and manage challenges common to mining operations in Latin America.
• Provide technical and financial leadership , ensuring optimal project execution and ROI.
• Support the CEO with investor and stakeholder relations , including presentations and conference appearances as needed.
• Foster a high-performance culture aligned with safety, sustainability, and community engagement.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Seasoned mining engineer with at least 15+ years of progressive experience in gold mining operations.
• Proven track record in mine construction, commissioning, and optimization in Latin America.
• Fluent in Spanish (spoken and written) with strong cross-cultural communication skills.
• Deep understanding of mine development risks, financial structuring, and permitting .
• Demonstrated ability to bring added value at the executive level—strategic, operational, and financial.
• Collaborative leader with a strong business acumen and stakeholder management experience.

What’s on Offer

• An exceptional opportunity to lead a world-class gold project through to production.
• A dynamic leadership role with direct influence on corporate strategy and growth .
• Attractive base salary , stock options, and performance-based incentives .

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