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Executive Head of Botswana

Employer
Acacia
Location
Botswana (BW)
Salary
A suitable salary package is on offer commensurate with the position.
Closing date
Mar 30, 2021

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Category
Executive, Management & Administration
Work Term
Permanent
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English

Job Details

ABOUT SANDFIRE RESOURCES LTD:

Sandfire Resources Limited (ASX: SFR) is an Australian mining and exploration company with a strong track record of safe, consistent, and profitable production.  Sandfire operates the high-margin DeGrussa Copper-Gold Mine in Western Australia, producing high-quality copper-in-concentrate with significant gold credits. In December 2020, the Board of Sandfire Resources approved the commercial development of the Motheo Copper-Silver Project located in the Kalahari Copper Belt in Botswana, marking a key step in its transformation into a global, diversified and sustainable mining company. Tshukudu Metals Botswana (Pty) Limited (Tshukudu Metals) a 100% owned subsidiary will be the owner and operator of the Motheo Copper Project which is expected to produce up to 30,000 tonnes per annum of copper in concentrate starting with a 10 year mine life.  

THE POSITION:

As the face of all in country development, operations, public relations and stakeholder engagements, you will be critical to this project’s success and Sandfire’s future growth in Botswana. You will lead and execute Sandfire’s Botswana development through to operations and identify opportunities for future growth. You will build relationships with stakeholders and the community whilst maintaining regular contact with government representatives and regulators.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

You are a reputable business executive with proven business start-up experience and demonstrated success and credibility. Your previous experience in Botswana ensures you have developed strong industry connections. You are a tertiary qualified, influential leader with relevant mining experience and understanding. You are well networked in country and have experience in driving project success and strategy.

In the first 12 months you will:

  • Set up, build and grow Sandfire’s mining business and strategy in Botswana. Drive from the front with the experience, influence and networks to help build a skilled and credible operation. Contribute to the company’s growth strategy and planning, closely man­aging the P&L for Botswana operations.
  • Drive the successful development of the Motheo project to time and budget. Support and hold your team to account ensuring the appropriate controls are in place, to deliver the completed project safely, on time and within budget.
  • Government, community and public relations. Manage stakeholder relationships with government, community and the workforce. Ensure that the company maintains a good reputation by following through with commitments. Engage with local community repre­sentatives to ensure that all parties are satisfied with progress. Engage with local media outlets. Establish a Board including govern­ment members, if equity is taken up.
  • In Country Investor Relationships. Participate in capital market development, including liaising with international and domestic banks, investors and other mining companies while in country.
  • Manage and maintain the license to operate. Build relationships and maintain regular contact with government representatives and regulators. Ensure that all the information required to maintain a valid license is provided.

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