Operations Manager (2-year FTC) - EXPAT
Hire Resolve
Kabwe, Zambia
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Posted 18 November 2025 - Closing Date 28 November 2025

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Job Description

Description:
Hire Resolve's Client is currently looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join their mining company based in Zambia. You will be responsible for leading mining and processing operations while ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of production and business objectives.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead mining and processing teams, ensuring effective resource allocation and operational execution.
  • Oversee compliance with legislation, company standards, safety, environmental, and governance requirements.
  • Manage relationships with regulators, community stakeholders, and strategic partners.
  • Develop, implement, and review production, maintenance, and optimisation strategies aligned to business plans.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives, knowledge transfer, and operational ownership culture.
  • Manage capital projects, operational budgets, and reporting requirements.
  • Ensure performance management, training, communication, and disciplinary processes are effectively executed.

Requirements:
  • Degree or Diploma in Metallurgical Engineer/Mining Engineering
  • 8 years' experience in the Copper environment
  • 3-5 years' experience in a managerial role
  • Must have previous EXPAT experience

Benefits:
  • Salary: USD 15 000p/m - USD 20 000p/m
  • Accommodation & Flights 
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) (if applicable)

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move

  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today, contact Janoke Booysen, Menina Campher, Stefnie Bestbier at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
  • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:  [email protected]

 

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.