GENERAL MANAGER FOR DOROWA MINERALS LIMITED 635 views

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RESPONSIBLETO: CHIEFOPERATIONS OFFICER; CHEMPLEX CORPORATION LIMITED.
ROLE PROFILE: The General Manager for Dorowa Minerals Limited is a Senior Executive who oversees the company’s daily business operations and various functional operations, implements business strategies and optimizes the organization’s operational capabilities. This includes but is not limited to overseeing Production, Engineering, Technical, Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality Management, Human Resources, Procurement, Finance and Sales functions. The role reports directly to the Chief Operations Officer (COO) of Chemplex Corporation Limited and ensures practical realization of the company vision whilst fostering a cohesive business culture. The role will be on a five (5) year fixed term contract renewable once based on performance.

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:
⦁ Set and drive Dorowa Minerals Limited’s (Dorowa) vision, operational strategy and hiring policies.
⦁ Implement business strategies aligned with Dorowa’s short- and long-term objectives.
⦁ Translate company strategy into actionable growth plans and quick wins and oversee execution.
⦁ Oversee implementation of operational plans and track progress.
⦁ Prepare annual plans and budgets, and ensure profitabi lity targets are met.
⦁ Coordinate mining, production, maintenance, purchasing, finance, human resources, safety and quality assurance functions.
⦁ Ensure compliance with statutory and other relevant legislation in a manner that safeguards operations and the environment and promotes health and safety of employees and the public.
⦁ Foster relationships with government, local authorities, suppliers, customers, and other key stakeholders in a manner that advances company interests.
⦁ Facilitate effective communication and industrial relations with external parties.
⦁ Monitor production and cost budgets, manage variances and implement corrective actions.
⦁ Optimize capital investments and assess ROI.
⦁ Implement business systems, policies and procedures and controls for time, quantity, quality and cost objectives including maintaining ISO Standards.
⦁ Lead recruiting, onboarding, professional development, and retention initiatives.
⦁ Develop robust business cases for new operations and plant upgrades.
⦁ Drive refurbishment and expansion projects to achieve business growth.
⦁ Implement effective succession plan for critical roles in collaboration with the COO and Board.
⦁ Ensure departmental alignment with overall organizational goals and targets.
⦁ Ensure markets are available and have an appetite for ZimPhos products and achieve market growth targets.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:
⦁ A technical Degree such as B.Sc. Chemical Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering/Mining Engineering/Chemistry / Mineral Processing or Business-related qualification.
⦁ An MBAor MBL is a must have qualification.
⦁ A minimum of five (5) or more years of experience in executive leadership roles and in mining operations.
⦁ Effective communication and presentation skills to convey operational issues to stakeholders.
⦁ Knowledge of ISO 9001,14001 and 45001 standards