An EPC Project – Smelter; 3 Positions; 3of 3 ads

Posting date: August 27, 2021 Expiry date: September 10, 2021

An Indonesian mining company which operates the copper and gold mining, and have a long-term expected mine life followed by processing stockpiles.

We urgently require highly qualified, reputed and experienced professionals from global Copper industry to join our team and become part of unique opportunity to manage design, engineering, construction, commissioning and operating the copper smelter, Sulphuric Acid plants, Copper Electro-refinery and Precious Metal Refinery.

Our company offers an accelerated career growth with exposure to the best business practices and opportunity to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in everything we do.

PROJECT DIRECTOR – SMELTER

(Expatriate - Site Based)

Some of your duties will include:

To plan, manage and execute entire project scope and stakeholders management from definition to operations, including project design, engineering & technology, financial planning and control, project control functions (scope, time, cost , risk, change management), procurement, construction, commissioning, start up, and initial operations.

What skills and experience do you need?

• Engineering background with Project management /MBA degree and at least 20 years’ experience in the Copper and Smelter Industry and relevant field.

• Has experiences as Head of operation or Head of projects for copper smelters with at least 5 years’ experience in similar position or having worked with global Engineering companies as Project Director for Copper /Nickel/Zinc projects in an EPC/EPCM mode;

• Has Proven track record to deliver at least 2 projects from Design/Engineering stage to commissioning and start up, with capex in excess of USD 1.5 Billion;

• Earlier experience to manage EPC contracts with Chinese contractors and suitable experience to build project in Asian countries, will be an added advantage.

• Have primary level operational inspector certificate (POU) or qualifications certificate recognized by KaIT (Chief Mines Inspector) in accordance with level of position.

• Knowledgeable on subcontract management, including project controls, configuration management, risk management, schedule and cost control;

• Strong leadership and organizational, scheduling & time management skills;

• Ability to work both independently and as a team player and thrive in a fast paced, high pressure environment dependent on managing project timelines and schedules simultaneously.

• Ability to communicate well, and work productively with internal and external individuals within the design, construction, and procurement;

• Strong work ethic, high degree of professionalism with the ability to work with little supervision, handle multiple tasks in an organized manner, produce quality work and meet strict deadlines, good analytical, conflict resolution, sound decision making skills;

• A commitment to safety and a desire to maintain our Indonesian Copper Smelter operations to world class international safety standards. You have to outstanding HSE record, in global copper smelter operations or managed large Pyrometallurgical project execution as Project Director; You should also be able to clearly demonstrate previous results together with a pro-active commitment towards safety whilst having attained the teamwork and respect of local communities and adherence to relevant environmental standards;

• Excellent communication skills in English both verbal and written and computer literate.

MANAGER – SULPHURIC ACID PLANT

(Expatriate - Site Based)

Some of your duties will include:

• To lead the team to deliver project construction and operation of Gas cleaning and Sulphuric Acid Plant in a smelter enjoinment, including safe storage & transportation of sulfuric acid, in company operation area, including management of issues, risks and project change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery.

• Establish design systems and database technology in the management and supervision of Smelter Plant projects.

• Provide advice and guidance to contractors, employees and consultants to ensure Company and corporate standards are applied and maintained.

• Make critical decisions of a process or cost nature by having external knowledge of the cost and availability of materials and contractors/manpower as they apply to project planning and execution.

• Establish the effective integration of diverse project construction in the Smelter plant area.

• Employ international best standards in planning and construction to meet project deadlines and keeping costs low and within budget.

• Effectively schedule and monitor work and take appropriate actions to avoid delays in supply or execution.

• Prepare appropriate reports and presentations for Senior Management and shareholders.

• Develop budgets and execute budget with a focus on cost control and utilization of Value Improving Practices.

• Undertake negotiation for budgets and financial plans with relevant groups and individuals in ways that build commitment to the plans.

• Review cost management issues and identify improvements.

• Manage Department’s Budget, identify issues, and propose improvements.

What skills and experience do you need?

• Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or Process Operations background with relevant academic and industry experience, including working on pertinent software and at least 10 years’ experience in engineering, design, OEM selection and managing project construction and operation of Gas cleaning and Sulphuric Acid Plant in a smelter enjoinment, including safe storage & transportation of sulfuric acid.

• Has experiences as Manager – Sulphuric Acid Plant for copper smelters with at least 5 years’ experience in similar position or having worked with global Engineering companies as Manager for Copper /Nickel/Zinc projects in an EPC/EPCM mode;

• Previous experience managing project scopes in the range of US$ 1 billion to 1.5 billion dollar project scopes/budgets is required;

• Candidate with prior experience in operating Sulphuric Acid plants for Copper smelters using Outotec-Lurec or MECS technology will be an added advantage.

• Expertise in process technology, engineering, operations , maintenance and past credentials to cost effectively manage plants is a pre requisite for this position

• Have primary level operational inspector certificate (POU) or qualifications certificate recognized by KaIT (Chief Mines Inspector) in accordance with level of position.

• Knowledgeable on subcontract management, including project controls, configuration management, risk management, schedule and cost control;

• Strong leadership and organizational, scheduling & time management skills;

• Ability to work both independently and as a team player and thrive in a fast paced, high pressure environment dependent on managing project timelines and schedules simultaneously.

• Ability to communicate well, and work productively with internal and external individuals within the design, construction, and procurement;

• A commitment to safety and a desire to maintain our Indonesian Copper Smelter operations to world class international safety standards. You should also be able to clearly demonstrate previous results together with a pro-active commitment towards safety whilst having attained the teamwork and respect of local communities and adherence to relevant environmental standards;

• Excellent communication skills in English both verbal and written and computer literate.

MANAGER – PRECIOUS METAL REFINERY

(Expatriate - Site Based)

Some of your duties will include:

• To lead the team to deliver project construction and operations of Precious Metal refinery based on copper anode slime, in company operation area, including management of issues, risks and project change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery.