Mining and Metals Associate Director
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Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Client Industry: Mining & Metals
Location: South Africa
Division: Consulting
Reports to: Director / Partner
1. About EY (Background)
At EY our purpose is to build a better working world by helping clients createlong-termvalue for peoplebusinessand society. We bring together exceptional talent and advanced technology to deliver innovative solutions across assurance consulting strategy tax and transactions. We are globally recognized for our deep sectorexpertise digital capabilities and commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Our Mining & Metals practice supports clients across the value chain offering insights into operational excellence digital transformation sustainability decarbonisation workforce transformation and regulatory compliance.
2. Opportunity Overview (Aligned to EYs Consulting Value Proposition)
This opportunity sits within EYs Consulting practice specifically supporting our Mining & Metals clients undergoing transformation. The role leverages EYs globally integratedexpertiseand digital leadership to help clients enhance productivity improve risk management embed sustainability redesign operating models and drive innovation.
EYs mining specialists focus on shaping sector strategiesidentifyingoperational bottlenecks and enabling technology-led growthcombining domainexpertisewith digital data and AI solutions to deliver measurable impact.
3. Role Description
In this role youwill serve as a strategic advisor to leading mining clients supporting operational digital financial and organisational transformation. Working within a global network of Mining & Metals specialists the role requires strong sector knowledge experience delivering complex programs and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
You will guide clients on navigating a rapidly evolving sectoraddressing modernisation decarbonisation workforce transformation supply chain resilience ESG reporting asset optimisation and digitalisation. You will also contribute to EY thought leadership sector intelligence and practice development while helping shape the Mining & Metals consulting agenda.
4. Key Responsibilities
Lead complex mining sector consulting engagements delivering strategic operational and digital transformation outcomes.
Providesubject matterguidance on mining value chain optimisation capital projects asset management and operational excellence initiatives.
Advise clients on decarbonisation pathways ESG strategy and regulatory complianceemergingwithin the Mining & Metals landscape.
Oversee diagnostic assessments operating model redesign process optimisation andtechnology enabledtransformation (incl. data AI automation).
Build trusted client relationships withCSuiteand senior executives within mining organisations.
Manage multidisciplinary teams ensuringhigh-qualitydeliverables and coaching junior staff.
Develop proposals thought leadership and market insights to support practice growth.
Collaborate with global EY Mining & Metals leaders to bring best-in-class capabilities to African clients.
5. Skills & Attributes
Strong leadership skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Advancedproblem-solving analytical thinking and commercial acumen.
Deep understanding of Mining & Metals operations and industry dynamics.
Ability to manage ambiguity and lead transformation programs.
Strong communication facilitation and presentation capabilities.
High integrity inclusive leadership style and commitment to EY values.
6. Technical Requirements
15 years experience in the Mining & Metals sector consulting capital projects digital transformation or operational improvement.
Demonstrable experience in mining value chain optimisation operational excellence or major transformation programs.
Understanding of ESG reporting sustainability frameworks and decarbonisation strategies.
Experience with digital technologies relevant to mining (automation analytics AI/ML IoT minetomarket integration).
Relevant tertiary qualification (Engineering Geology Mining Business Finance or similar).
Professional certifications (PMP CIMA CFA Six Sigma etc.)advantageous.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Program assessment
- FDA Regulations
- Manufacturing & Controls
- Program Evaluation
- budget forecast
- Research Experience
- Operations Management
- Research & Development
- Strategic Planning
- Contract Management
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
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