Gold Mine Development & Operations Manager

About the role

A privately owned business group seeks an experienced Gold Mine Development & Operations Manager to lead the development, commissioning and ongoing operation of a gold‑mining asset in Sudan. Based in Oman, the role reports directly to the owners and combines geological expertise with proven mine‑development and production delivery experience.

Key responsibilities

• Assess the geological potential, technical status and development readiness of the mining asset, overseeing drilling, sampling and resource estimation.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive mine‑development strategy, including investment planning, infrastructure, staffing and equipment mobilisation.
• Lead commissioning, operational readiness and production ramp‑up, coordinating mining, processing, engineering and procurement activities.
• Oversee day‑to‑day mining operations, set performance targets, monitor production, ore grades, recovery rates and operating costs.
• Prepare budgets, capital forecasts, evaluate project economics and control expenditure against approved plans.
• Recruit, lead and develop multidisciplinary teams, manage contractors and maintain stakeholder relationships with authorities and local communities.
• Ensure compliance with mining legislation, health, safety and environmental regulations, and oversee risk assessments and emergency response procedures.
• Report directly to the owners on progress, risks, budgets and production performance, securing approvals for major commitments.

Required profile

• Degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Geological Engineering or related discipline.
• 12+ years of mining industry experience with substantial gold‑mining exposure.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership or management position, proven in bringing a gold mine into production or restarting operations.
• Strong geological knowledge covering gold‑deposit evaluation, drilling, sampling, resource assessment and mine planning.
• Hands‑on operational experience coordinating mining, processing, maintenance and contractor activities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, capital expenditure and multidisciplinary teams in remote, challenging environments.
• Excellent English communication and reporting skills.
• Willingness to relocate to Oman and travel frequently to Sudan, including extended site assignments.

Required skills

• Geological assessment and modelling
• Mine development planning and commissioning
• Production management and performance monitoring
• Financial budgeting and cost control
• Leadership of multidisciplinary teams
• Health, safety and environmental compliance