Study Lead

SUMMARY:
Mining Study Lead

POSITION INFO:
Our client in the mining sector is recruiting an outstanding Study Lead to lead and integrate a mining project study through Pre-Feasibility (PFS) and Feasibility (FS). The role focuses on progressing the project from early concept and option selection to a sufficiently defined, technically sound, economically viable, and executable project that can support an investment decision and transition into execution. The successful candidate will form part of the Owner''s Project Team and work closely with product groups, suppliers, and an Integrated Project Delivery Team to deliver the best outcome for the project. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the study across options selection, PFS, and Feasibility stages. Partner with product groups and suppliers to deliver the best outcome for the project. Lead an Integrated Project Delivery Team and foster a one-team culture. Ensure the study is executed according to project guidelines and execution plan. Manage Chinese EPC contractor relationships. Identify key levers in the design that will drive the best business outcomes. Identify the best options and make recommendations to decision-makers. Identify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks and identify and deliver opportunities. Rigorous scope, risk, schedule, and CAPEX management through the study cycle. Establish study scope, execution plans, budgets, and schedules. Monitor study progress and proactively manage deviations. Challenge scope, estimates, schedules, and others to drive better outcomes. Ensure an effective handover from Feasibility into the project execution phase. Minimum Requirements Degree in Engineering, Mining, Metallurgy, or a related technical discipline. Minimum of 10 years' proven leadership experience. Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary project studies through concept, PFS, and/or Feasibility. Significant experience in mining, minerals processing, or major capital projects. Study experience in an EPC delivery model, including ECI, FEED, and FEEP contexts. Strong safety mindset, especially in safety in design and risk identification. Strong understanding of engineering, cost estimating, scheduling, project controls, risk, contracting, and project execution. Experience managing engineering houses, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams. Strong commercial judgement and ability to challenge technical solutions and identify value-improvement opportunities. Experience in the South African mining/project environment (advantageous). Experience working with Chinese engineering firms and/or Chinese EPCs (advantageous). Surface mining and/or other heavy industrial experience (asset). Geotechnical, Civil, or Tailings experience (asset). Previous experience working for an Owner''s team or leading EPC projects (asset). Experience in operations, maintenance management, commissioning, or construction (asset).