Job Title : Deputy Director – Mining Operations | Indonesia
Job Type : Full Time
Job Description
Deputy Director – Mining Operations | Indonesia
Location : Indonesia (on-site / project-based)
Industry : Mining – Gold
Reporting To : Director of Operations / Chief Operating Officer
Employment Type : Full-Time, Permanent with 4 / 2 roster
About the Project :
We are supporting a major gold mining operator in Indonesia currently in the construction phase of a large-scale open-pit gold project. First gold is targeted for end-2026. The site is ramping up both infrastructure development and workforce planning, and we are now seeking a Deputy Director of Operations to help lead the transition from project execution into operations.
Role Overview :
The Deputy Director of Operations will play a critical leadership role across construction support , operational readiness , and steady-state mining operations . This is a hands-on executive role requiring both strategic oversight and operational execution across technical, logistical, and human capital dimensions.
Key Responsibilities :
Operational Leadership
- Support the Director of Operations in delivering project milestones toward first gold production by end-2026.
- Oversee the development of mining operations, including drilling, blasting, hauling, stockpiling , and ore processing readiness .
- Lead pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, coordinating across mining, processing, maintenance, and infrastructure teams.
- Ensure strict adherence to HSE and ESG standards at all project stages.
Team & Process Management
Build and manage site-based operational teams including mine engineering, pit supervisors, maintenance, and plant operations.Support training and workforce localization efforts, building a high-performance culture focused on safety, productivity, and accountability.Ensure SOPs and operational systems are in place and integrated with central systems.Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement
Interface with external consultants, contractors, and government agencies to ensure compliance and maintain permits.Support community relations and local stakeholder engagement, especially in coordination with ESG and CSR leads.Financial & Strategic Planning
Assist with annual operating and capital budgets, cost forecasting, and asset utilization.Identify opportunities for operational improvement, technology adoption, and cost optimization.Contribute to strategic decisions on expansion, exploration drilling, or future feasibility studies.Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Geology, or related discipline (Master’s preferred).Minimum 15 years’ experience in gold or base metal mining, with at least 5 years in a senior operational leadership role .Demonstrated experience in mine ramp-up, commissioning, and early-stage operations is essential.Strong familiarity with Indonesian mining regulations, permitting, and contractor management is preferred.Previous expatriate or regional experience in Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Philippines, Laos, PNG) is a plus.Strong leadership, communication, and cross-cultural management skills.Fluent in English (Bahasa Indonesia is an advantage).Why Join This Project :
Be a key leader in shaping one of Southeast Asia’s most exciting gold projects.Opportunity to build and lead a team from the ground up.Work in a dynamic, high-growth environment with long-term visibility and expansion potential.Senior Offshore Structural Engineer – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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