Assistant General Manager

Job Description : Senior Manager / AGM – Operations (Drilling) - Burkina Faso Location: Burkina Faso Industry: Mining – Drilling Services Type: Permanent | Full-time | Expat/Local Hire Reports to: DGM – Operations Role Purpose Critical leadership role acting as second-in-command to the DGM – Operations, responsible for multi-site drilling execution, crew and client management, performance tracking, and operational discipline. Ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery across DRC projects. Key Responsibilities Lead daily drilling operations (RC, core, blast-hole) across multiple sites. Improve crew productivity, discipline, and reduce downtime. Manage site budgets, logistics, P&L, and cost controls. Implement standardized KPI reporting, rosters, and HSE compliance. Build strong client relationships and ensure service quality. Mentor site managers/supervisors and manage manpower scheduling. Support project mobilization, tenders, and long-term scale-up. Must-Have Skills 12–18 years’ experience in drilling operations, with 5+ yrs in senior management. Strong working knowledge of rigs, consumables, equipment, and reporting systems. Fluent in English (French/Swahili highly desirable). Hands-on experience in multi-site African mining operations (DRC/Zambia/Tanzania). Skilled in MS Project/Primavera, Power BI; PMP preferred. Degree/Diploma in Mining, Drilling, or Mechanical Engineering. Age: 35–50 years. Ideal Candidate A field-oriented, hands-on leader with strong problem-solving, cultural adaptability, and a proven track record in drilling operations leadership. Must be safety-driven, commercially minded, and ready to step into DGM/GM roles. Compensation & Growth Competitive USD salary + expat benefits (housing, transport, comms). Defined career path to DGM / GM – Operations. Opportunity to work with global mining clients on high-impact projects.

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