Project Director (gold / tailings / processing) - South America

We are recruiting a Project Director to lead the development and execution of gold tailings retreatment facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead development and construction of gold tailings processing plants. Manage engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractors. Oversee project schedule, CAPEX, and commissioning. Coordinate tailings re-mining, processing, and deposition systems. Manage site operations during ramp-up. Ensure compliance with environmental and mining regulations.

Coordinate cross-functional teams including geology, metallurgy, and environmental specialists.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Mining, or Project Management. 15+ years experience delivering mining or processing plant projects. Experience with gold processing plants or tailings retreatment facilities. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing multi-million-dollar mining projects.