Director, Mining Operational Readiness

anglogold•Las Vegas, NV

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Operational Readiness Director is responsible for ensuring a seamless transition from project execution to steady‑state operations. This role bridges engineering, construction, and operations by ensuring that the people, processes, systems, and assets are fully prepared for safe, efficient, and reliable ramp‑up. The Director establishes and leads the operational readiness framework across Nevada Projects, ensuring that all operational systems, workforce capabilities, and asset management processes are in place prior to handover.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
10+ years of mining industry experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Proven experience in operational readiness, project transitions, or site operations leadership.
Experience in both greenfield and brownfield projects preferred.
Strong knowledge of mining and/or processing operations, including open‑pit mining and mineral processing systems.
Deep understanding of safety systems, operating philosophies, and regulatory compliance.
Experience with asset management, maintenance strategies, and reliability programs.
Proficiency in project management disciplines, including scheduling, budgeting (CAPEX/OPEX), and risk management.
Familiarity with ERP and CMMS platforms (e.g., SAP, Ellipse).
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to balance project delivery priorities and operational requirements.
Proven ability to lead organizational change and transition teams from project to operational environments.
Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate risks and identify solutions before impact.
Effective communicator capable of influencing cross‑functional teams without direct authority.
Strong leadership presence with the ability to build and develop high‑performing teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience in both greenfield and brownfield projects preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive Operational Readiness Plan (ORP) aligned with project milestones and corporate objectives.
Establish governance, frameworks, and benchmarks for readiness across all project phases.
Ensure alignment between project execution timelines and operational requirements.
Act as the primary interface between EPCM/project teams and operations to ensure design operability, maintainability, and long‑term performance.
Influence engineering and design decisions to optimize operational outcomes.
Lead the transition from “project mindset” to “operating mindset” across stakeholders.
Lead the development and implementation of asset management systems, including: Asset hierarchy structures, Preventive maintenance (PM) programs, Critical spare parts strategies, CMMS systems (e.g., SAP, Ellipse).
Ensure maintenance strategies support reliability, cost efficiency, and operational uptime.
Design the operational organizational structure and workforce plan.
Lead recruitment strategy for operations personnel.
Develop and implement technical training and competency programs to support safe and effective operations.
Establish and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety systems, and environmental compliance processes.
Develop operational planning frameworks, including: Long‑term (multi‑year) plans, Annual budgets and plans, Short‑term operational schedules.
Implement systems for production tracking and reporting, including metallurgical accounting and mining performance metrics.
Support pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities to ensure systems perform as designed.
Identify operational risks early and support mitigation strategies.
Lead the “Care, Custody, and Control” (CCC) handover process from project to operations.
Ensure operational teams are fully prepared to assume ownership of assets at handover.

Benefits

Company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Employer paid basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Wellbeing reimbursement program
Tuition reimbursement
Annual short-term and long-term incentive plans