Exploration Manager

Overview

A priority objective for our client is to grow the company through exploration and the acquisition of advanced projects globally with specific focus on Turkey, Pakistan and Australia. To achieve this objective will require the dedicated effort of an economic geologist with international experience based out of an exploration office in Turkey. Responsibilities will largely include identifying and evaluating advanced exploration / mining opportunities, initiating and supervising detailed and generative exploration programs, and making suitable presentations and recommendations to management. The priority of this position is to develop opportunities for new resources to meet the needs and growth plans of our client. The incumbent will be responsible for the management of multiple projects and joint ventures and must ensure compliance in accordance with the company’s practices and policies. The incumbent will also be part of the team to complete the assessment, due diligence and make recommendations on M&A opportunities in the region. This position reports to the General Manager of the company.

Detailed Job Responsibilities

Technical

• This position requires the incumbent to be knowledgeable of high and low sulphidation gold systems and different copper systems (mainly porphyry and massive sulphides). Area of responsibility will be in global, specific areas and countries to be determined. The incumbent must be able to think strategically and have strong negotiating and influencing skills. Proactive identification of advanced mining/exploration opportunities through government and industry contacts, internet/database searches and conferences. Priority ranking of opportunities with rapid rejections of marginal plays and field evaluations of priority targets. Involves extensive traveling in foreign jurisdictions. Geological compilations, area selection, prospect evaluations and generation of exploration projects. Assessments of country risk, land tenure, security, quality of resource/reserve estimates and upside exploration potential Interaction with company personnel and providing technical support for other company activities as required. Provide technical support for M&A initiatives.

Supervision

• Must have strong leadership, team-building, decision making skills and financial acumen, in addition to excellent communication skills, good interpersonal and negotiating skills in order to lead the regional exploration teams. Initiate, participate in and supervise due diligence evaluations on selected opportunities with support from other staff or outside consultants.

Reporting

• Concise, accurate, comprehensive and timely reporting of activities, results and budget status. Must be familiar with preparing annual budgets and adhering to them. Responsible for developing presentations, making recommendations and presenting them to others within the company.

Administration

• Manage and maintain an exploration offices and staff in Turkey and other selected regions. Design and manage annual budgets and work plans consistent with the schedules and requirements of the company. Set annual goals and ensure that targets are met in a timely fashion. Familiarity, along with some experience, working with property, confidentiality, joint venture and/or other standard industry agreements. Ensure compliance of exploration staff with the health and safety policies based on ISO14001 and 18001.

Database Management

• Acquire and maintain comprehensive databases with advanced opportunities in area of responsibility. Familiar with relevant computer software programs for generating reports and spreadsheets, plotting maps and making presentations. Working knowledge of MapInfo and Discover would be a strong asset.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:  M. Sc. in Geology, have at least 15 years or more experience in an exploration/mining environment, with exposure to assessing advanced gold opportunities including experience with gold deposits in Asia and have an understanding of gold deposit models, resource estimation techniques, mining, and metallurgy. Experience working in foreign countries, especially Asia. Must be able to work effectively with multiple demands and time pressures. Proven leadership abilities

Must have the ability and desire to advance to progressively higher positions within the organization. Willingness to travel, Computer and database management skills. Superior communication and interpersonal skills. Safety oriented approach to work.

Contact:
James A. Sanwick, VP, MRC corp.
530.550.9070 
Jsanwick@MRC-BusinessGroup.com

MRC – Executive Search for Mining Professionals