COO

Chief Operating Officer (COO) Mining (Minerals & Metals Gold / Precious Stones)

Location: Gabon (On-Site)

Salary: Up to USD 10,000/month + Company Accommodation (Self) + Food + Transportation

Roster: 4 months on-site, 3 weeks off

Language: French proficiency is a strong advantage

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned Chief Operating Officer (COO) with proven leadership in the mining industry, specifically in minerals and metals (gold and precious stones), to lead and manage full-cycle operations in Gabon. This is a hands-on operational leadership role with oversight from ground-level operations to department heads, ensuring alignment with strategic, safety, environmental, and financial goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end mining operations, including drilling, boring, deposit analysis, geological surveys, and production planning.
• Lead and manage cross-functional departments: operations, geology, manpower, security, hedging, and compliance.
• Implement effective resource planning, ensuring maximum productivity with minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with the Board and CEO on strategic planning, risk management, and project execution.
• Monitor and drive HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards across all operational areas.
• Optimize manpower deployment and ensure on-ground challenges are proactively addressed.
• Supervise drilling & boring operations, ensuring they meet production and safety standards.
• Guide and support the geology team in resource estimation and exploration initiatives.
• Oversee the security infrastructure of the mine site and implement best practices in hedging operations.
• Build and mentor a high-performance team and instill a results-driven culture.

Requirements

• 18+ years of progressive experience in mining operations, including significant exposure to precious metals/minerals.
• Proven track record in managing complex operations from ground to boardroom level.
• Strong knowledge of drilling techniques, geological data, resource estimation, and hedging practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large, diverse teams and drive performance in remote locations.
• French language proficiency is highly desirable due to regional communication needs.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in African or similar international environments is a strong advantage.