Head – Drilling Operations - Central Africa

 

Head – Drilling Operations

Location: Central Africa

Department: Mining / Exploration / Drilling Operations

Reporting To: General Manager

Position Overview

The Head – Drilling Operations provides strategic, technical, and operational leadership across all drilling programmes for Our clients in the Central Africa. This role oversees the end-to-end execution of exploration, resource definition, and grade-control drilling across a mineral portfolio.

The successful candidate will ensure all operations are conducted safely, cost-effectively, and on schedule, aligning drill performance with geological targets, quality standards, and regulatory requirements in remote, complex environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Oversee end-to-end planning, scheduling, and execution of multi-rig drilling programmes (Diamond Core and Reverse Circulation).
• Exploration & Resource Drilling: Collaborate closely with the Geology and Exploration teams to hit target depths, optimize core recovery, and protect sample integrity.
• Contractor & Fleet Management: Manage drilling contractors, negotiate service-level agreements, evaluate performance metrics, and oversee rig selection, mobilization, and maintenance.
• Cost & Budget Control: Formulate operating budgets, track cost-per-metre targets, monitor consumable usage, and implement efficiency initiatives to eliminate downtime.
• HSE Leadership: Enforce strict health, safety, and environmental standards across all sites, embedding a zero-harm operational culture.
• Logistics & Field Support: Direct supply chain coordination for fuel, drill bits, spare parts, and consumables in remote field locations.
• Team Development: Build, mentor, and lead high-performing, multi-national drilling teams and technical personnel.
• Reporting: Deliver accurate operational performance reports, utilization metrics, and cost analytics to executive management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Planned vs. actual drilled metres and programme milestone completion.
• Rig productivity (metres per rig/day) and overall equipment availability.
• Core and sample recovery rates meeting geological specifications.
• Variance against budget, focusing on cost-per-metre benchmarks.
• Rig downtime and contractor non-productive time (NPT) reduction.
• Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) and adherence to HSE protocols.
• Timely procurement, inventory turnover, and deployment of critical drilling consumables.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Drilling Engineering, or a related field.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Mining, Exploration, or Drilling Management are highly regarded.

Experience

• 15+ years of progressive drilling operations experience within the mineral exploration or mining sectors.
• Proven leadership over large-scale, multi-rig exploration and resource definition campaigns.
• Direct operating experience with hard-rock commodities, particularly Tin, Tantalum, Tungsten (3Ts), Gold, or Niobium.
• Prior operational experience within Africa—specifically in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) or similar challenging, remote environments—is strongly preferred.
• Substantial background in contractor performance management, commercial tendering, and budget accountability.

Technical & Leadership Skills

• Advanced technical mastery of Diamond Core (DC) and Reverse Circulation (RC) drilling methodologies.
• Deep knowledge of drill rig mechanics, tooling selection, and down-hole problem resolution.
• Commercial acumen with strong negotiation and cost-containment skills.
• Decisive leadership style with the ability to manage diverse, multicultural teams under field conditions.
• Fluency in English is required; operational French proficiency is highly advantageous.

Working Relationships

• Internal: General Manager, Geology & Exploration, Mining Operations, Engineering & Maintenance, HSE, Supply Chain, Finance, and Human Resources.
• External: Drilling contractors, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), third-party technical consultants, regulatory authorities, and local community stakeholders.

 

Interested candidates, forward an updated resume dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com

Accountant - Central Africa

  

 Accountant 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and review General Ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, provisions, and prepayments.
• Support monthly and year-end closing and ensure timely completion of accounting schedules.
• Prepare and review bank, balance sheet, supplier, customer, intercompany, and other account reconciliations.
• Monitor Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), including ageing and outstanding balances.
• Support financial and management reporting, account analysis, and variance reviews.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Stores, and Operations on inventory and operational accounting matters.
• Ensure accuracy of accounting records and compliance with financial controls, policies, and audit requirements.
• Support internal and external audits with reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Use Odoo ERP to support accounting transactions, reporting, reconciliations, and process improvements.
• Coordinate Finance-related Odoo issues with the ERP support team when required.
• Coordinate with Operations on the Odoo Data capturing

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (B.Com) – Mandatory
• MBA in Finance – Preferred
• 5–8 years of relevant Finance & Accounting experience
• Strong hands-on experience in GL, reconciliations, month-end closing, AP/AR, and financial reporting
• Exposure to inventory, cost, or operational accounting is an advantage
• Working knowledge of Odoo ERP or similar ERP/accounting systems preferred
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills
• Experience in mining, manufacturing, industrial, or similar operational environments preferred

Fluent spoken English and French – ( Spoken)

Interested candidates forward resume dhamrendra@karmaasolutions.com

Internal Audit Team – A Diversified Group

Internal Audit Team

📍 Location: Central Africa

💼 Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time

1. Manager – Internal Audit (03 Positions)

Reporting To: Head of Internal Audit

Experience: 8–10 years of relevant Internal Audit experience (Mining & Metals Must)

Qualification: CA / MBA (Finance) / ICWA / CPA or equivalent

Key Responsibilities & Focus:

• Independently plan, execute, and report comprehensive internal audits across operational and financial processes.

• Evaluate risk management frameworks, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

• Lead, mentor, and build capability within the internal audit team while maintaining high audit quality standards.

• Identify control gaps and deliver practical, value-adding recommendations to senior stakeholders.

2. Risk Officer – Internal Audit (04 Positions)

Reporting To: Manager – Internal Audit

Experience: 4–7 years of relevant Internal Audit experience (Mining & Metals Must)

Qualification: CA / MBA (Finance) / ICWA / CPA or equivalent

Key Responsibilities & Focus:

• Execute audit fieldwork, maintain thorough documentation, and support report writing.

• Identify operational, financial, and process risk exposures across mining operations.

• Work closely with business teams to assess internal controls and recommend process improvements.

• Support audit managers in tracking compliance and audit resolution actions.

📩 How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated resume to Dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com 

General Manager - Mining Projects & Operations - Vadodara

General Manager - Mining Projects & Operations

Location: Vadodara

Job description:
Minimum of 20 years of relevant experience in the mining industry.
Significant experience in both mining project execution and operational management is essential.
Demonstrated experience managing large-scale mining projects and/or operations in senior leadership positions.
Strong understanding of mine planning, project engineering, construction, commissioning, production and maintenance interfaces.
Experience managing CAPEX-intensive projects, contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Experience working with international mining projects, multinational organizations, or geographically dispersed teams will be an advantage.
Experience in India and/or international mining jurisdictions is preferred.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related engineering discipline from a recognized institution.
Postgraduate qualification/MBA/Project Management certification will be an advantage.

Please share your updated resume at dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com

HDPE Recycling Machine Operator - Central Africa

 

HDPE Recycling Machine Operator

 

Location: Central Africa

 

Experience: 5-7 years on hand experience in relevant field.

 

EDUCATION: High school certificate or mechanical diploma

 

Duties and responsibilities

·       Responsible for operating and monitoring the machinery that process PE plastics waste into reusable material

·       To operate recycling machinery like shredder, grinder, extruder with die face cutter

·       Should have knowledge on process parameters like temperature, speed and pressure

·       Sort and segregate different types of plastics and remove contamination

·       Should have knowledge on crusher blade change settings

·       Adhere safety protocols

·       Maintain records of production, process time and down time

·       Ready to work in other places like pipe extrusion as and when needed.

 

Skills

·       High school certificate or mechanical diploma

·       Mechanical aptitude and trouble shooting skills

·       Should be physically fit for shop floor work

 

Work environment

·       Ready to work in noisy environment

·       Ready to work in dirty, dust and fumes

·       Must work on shift

 

Interested candidate forward resume dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com

Group Tailings Deputy Manager - Central Africa

 Group Tailings Deputy Manager

hashtag

Group ashtagTailings hashtagDeputy hashtagManager
Location: Central Africa
Experience: 10+ Years
Age Group: 40-50 Years
Language Proficiency: English / hashtag#French
Industry Preference: Mining / Treatment Units
Objective:
The Group hashtag#Tailings Deputy Manager is responsible for leading and managing a team to ensure optimal allocation of workloads and efficient day-to-day operations in hashtag#vehicle hashtag#maintenance hashtag#workshops. This role emphasizes productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness within the department while ensuring high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. The position involves coordination of resources and close liaison with internal and external stakeholders to deliver work on time and in accordance with set quality standards.
Reporting To: Group hashtag#QHSE Country hashtag#Head
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with coursework in hashtag#Soil hashtag#Mechanics, or a Master’s in hashtag#Geotechnical/Civil/related Engineering discipline
Minimum 10 years of relevant field experience
Commercial Driver’s License
Willingness and ability to travel as required
Field experience in construction monitoring, quality assurance, geotechnical site investigations, soil characterization, geotechnical lab tests interpretation, and tailings material engineering analysis
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and supervise hashtag#workshop teams, allocating workloads and managing daily operations
Conduct risk assessments, audits, and ensure adherence to QHSE policies and site procedures
Maintain organized records for hashtag#Tailings hashtag#Storage hashtag#Facilities (hashtag#TSF) and site water retention dams
Collaborate with environmental teams on water quality, closure plans, and TSF-related initiatives
Partner with safety teams to enhance site safety programs and compliance
Analyze data related to dam safety (including piezometers, wells, survey monuments, drains, weirs, tailings lines, bathymetric/satellite/ground surveys)
Identify and explain key geotechnical causes for tailings dam failures
Perform risk assessments and communicate risk acceptability pertaining to tailings facilities
Discuss tailings dam/storage design, key geotechnical parameters, and compliance during construction and operation
Evaluate closure plans, capping, and revegetation for tailings facilities
Compile lessons learned from tailings closure case studies
Skills & Competencies (hashtag#KSA):
Expert project management skills for tailings management and similar operations
Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, and geotechnical analysis software
In-depth knowledge of civil, geological, geotechnical, and/or hydrologic engineering principles
Strong ethical standards, business acumen, and financial management ability
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences
Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Commitment to safety practices and hazard recognition

Application:
Interested candidates are requested to forward their resume to dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com