Description

Job Description

Project Manager - Exploration Operations PMO

Business Unit: Exploration Operations
Reporting to: Vice President, Exploration Operations
Position Type: Regular

Job Purpose

Lead and manage cross-functional exploration projects within Maaden's Exploration Operations PMO, ensuring project governance, operational excellence, and timely execution of early-stage and advanced-stage exploration programs. The role supports the Vice President in planning, resource allocation, performance tracking, and portfolio reporting.

Key Accountabilities

Project Planning & Execution
• Develop and implement project plans for exploration campaigns.
• Ensure alignment with corporate strategy and regulatory requirements.

Performance Monitoring
• Track KPIs across drilling, licensing, EHSS, logistics, and field operations.
• Provide monthly reports to senior leadership in line with MCIS_PM_03 standards.

Stakeholder Coordination
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Geoscience, Legal, ESG, Finance) and external contractors.
• Support tendering, contractor performance oversight, and project approvals.

Risk & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with EHSS protocols and governance policies.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation plans.

Portfolio Management
• Consolidate project status reports for executive-level decision-making.
• Support prioritization discussions, budgeting, and M&A evaluations.

Continuous Improvement
• Drive innovation in exploration methodology, project delivery frameworks, and digital reporting tools.

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Geoscience, Engineering, or related discipline.

Minimum Experience
• 8+ years of project management experience in mining or mineral exploration.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-rig drilling programs, exploration logistics, and contractor oversight.
• Knowledge of JORC and/or NI 43-101 reporting standards preferred.

Core Competencies
• Leadership & Strategic Thinking
• Achievement & Results Orientation
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Communication & Presentation
• Team Leadership & Development

Technical Skills
• Strong project management and organizational capability
• Proficiency in geological systems and project tracking platforms
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Understanding of exploration workflows, mining regulation, and permitting environments