Project Director (Gold / Tailings Recovery / Mercury) LATAM

Gate. Source HR is seeking an experienced Gold Project Director with experience in Tailings Recovery to lead the development, commissioning, and operational ramp-up of a large-scale gold tailings reprocessing facility.The role is dedicated exclusively to the reprocessing of tailings through gravity recovery and CIL/CIP circuits, without involvement in conventional mining activities.

It is responsible for accelerating plant ramp-up, advancing environmental remediation objectives, and ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient gold recovery operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead commissioning and operation of a gold tailings reprocessing plant. Optimize gravity and CIL/CIP circuits to maximize recovery and performance. Ensure safe, stable, and environmentally compliant operations. Oversee remediation programs and regulatory coordination. Manage OPEX/CAPEX with focus on efficiency and risk reduction.

Drive operational excellence through digital monitoring and continuous improvement. Provide strategic leadership to maximize tailings value and uphold ESG standards.

Requirements

Operational experience in gold tailings processing plants Experience in gravity gold recovery systems CIL and/or CIP circuits High-volume slurry transport systems Tailings retreatment infrastructure Documented experience with mercury and heavy-metal remediation in tailings environments.