Contract senior level single status position in the mining sector in a remote area of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
PLEASE NOTE: Regrettably, we are unable to consider candidates who do not have prior mining industry experience. (This is a crucial requirement and NOT negotiable).
Salary up to USD150K p.a (Nett), depending on skills and experience
Single status position
Six day working week
Benefits: Bonus potential of 20%; Travel allowance (US$12-15K tax free); Vehicle, accommodation and meals provided; 84days annual leave (total days off site); Medical; Group Benefits Scheme.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Tertiary qualifications in Science, Environmental Management or a related discipline
ISO1400 training will be ideal
Significant experience with the implementation and management of environmental programs.
Experience with environmental and communities aspects of mining and exploration is highly desirable
Minimum of 10 years experience in environment field, preferably in the minerals processing or mining industry
Experience in regulatory and major project development is desirable.
Expert knowledge and understanding and application of legislative and regulatory framework.
Experience with the implementation of a risk management process.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Previous experience in Africa in a similar role
Theory and technical abilities plus lots of practice of driving and driving improvement plans essential
French speaking an advantage but not essential.
Ensure the Companys Environmental Management System (EMS) is established and is given high priority and a certification process and internal audit program are proactively managed.
Manage the development of internal standards and guidelines and liaise closely with key stakeholders to ensure awareness, participation and compliance with the standards & operational guidelines.
Ensure the development of systems and processes to collect and record environmental baseline data
Provide leadership, direction and support to the environmental team.
Manage the establishment of internal approval systems and ensure they are project specific while remaining consistency with company's standards.
Ensure training in environmental awareness and procedures to all staff and contractors where appropriate
Implement the required ISO standards and systems, EMS, audit and accreditation process.
Develop and implement an extensive monitoring program
Develop and maintain effective relationships with mine personnel and external bodies
Ensure site compliance with legal obligations and company's and IFC standards
Ensure rehabilitation works and propagation trial plans are in place and operational
Provide monthly and annual environmental reporting and accurate and timely advice on environmental matters
Deliver operational environmental improvements
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Operational Delivery - Taking actions that optimize short and long term operational performance
Commercial Focus - Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships
Business Focused Collaboration - Leveraging the broader organization for value creation through sharing knowledge, experience, resources and skills
Living the values - Aligning behaviours, decisions and actions with the values and principles in "The way we work" and related Group guidelines and standards
Leading Self - Taking responsibility and accountability for own behaviour and development
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
Superior written, verbal and communication skills
Strong relationship building skills
Data interpretation
Strong understanding of compliance and risk management, Safety culture and management and of environmental auditing procedures
Well developed problem solving and organisational skills, and attention to detail
Willingness to spend significant amounts of time in field camps
Excellent facilitation skills
Flexible and adaptable
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