MISSION
Support the Head of Gold & Silver Refinery in the day-to-day operational management of Gold and Silver refining activities, ensuring production continuity, safety, quality and compliance, and translating strategic objectives into effective operational execution.
MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Coordinate daily operations and refinery personnel across Gold and Silver Refineries, ensuring
clear task prioritization, execution and alignment with production plans and metal flows.
* Provide operational guidance and direction to shop-floor personnel, ensuring adherence to procedures, priorities and safe working practices.
* Support short-term operational planning, monitoring performance, production constraints and
operational continuity.
* Ensure compliance with operating procedures, quality standards and Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements, supporting the management of deviations and corrective actions.
* Act as the main operational interface with support functions (Quality, Laboratory, Maintenance
and Logistics).
* Monitor key operational KPIs (e.g. yield, cycle time, scrap, downtime) and promptly escalate
deviations.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives, operational standardization and process discipline.
* Provide first-level operational support in case of plant anomalies and contribute to documentation
management and audit activities.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* Degree in Chemical Engineering preferred; other Engineering degrees or technical diplomas
considered with relevant experience.
* Previous experience in industrial or metallurgical environments, preferably within structured
production settings.
* Proven experience in the operational management of production departments, including coordination of personnel.
* Strong ability to analyse operational and process data to support decision-making and performance improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
* Knowledge of industrial safety, quality and operational management principles.
* Ability to work under pressure in a complex and time-critical production environment.
* Strong coordination skills and ability to manage priorities.
* Data-driven and analytical approach to operational problem-solving.
* Continuous improvement mindset with a pragmatic, execution-focused attitude.
* Effective communication skills and ability to interface with cross-functional teams.
* Proficiency in English.