Our team in Mexico is growing; we are currently recruiting a Process/Metallurgic Consultant Director to join our project delivery business line in Mexico.
About the role
- Participate in technical stage-gate reviews within each study on key areas such as process design, general layouts, bulk quantities, capital/operating costs, financial model and final NI 43-101 reporting.
- In conjunction with the Study Manager, develop project scope based on understanding of key clients’ businesses and operational needs.
- Lead the effort in developing new client relationships relevant to the group. Work with Business Development to identify, evaluate, and respond to opportunities, ensuring alignment with company direction.
- Strong knowledge in mineral processing plants, overseeing metallurgical operations, process optimization, and strategic technical decision making.
- Demonstrated proficiency in CAPEX and OPEX planning, management, and cost control, with the ability to evaluate investments, operational expenses, and ensure financial efficiency across projects and operations.
- Comfortable and effective in leading, developing, and mentoring technical teams, including engineers, metallurgists, and process designers, fostering a high performance and collaborative work environment.
- Contribute to the successful planning and execution of Ausenco studies/projects across the region relative to the client’s business needs by providing broad or specific guidance in the group’s area of expertise, as needed.
- Define and communicate task and performance expectations for direct reports, monitor performance against the requirements and take action where appropriate.
About you
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience developing studies, predominantly within the mining industry.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time to meet clients as required.
- Proven ability to collaborate and contribute effectively as part of cross-functional project teams.
- Fluent in both Spanish and English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Why Ausenco?
We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:
- Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
- Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional
- Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
- Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market leaders who value your contribution.
Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.
We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.
As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.
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