Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Construction & Infrastructure - Central Africa

 

Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Construction & Infrastructure

📍 Location: Central Africa

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🚀 About the Role

We are looking for a high-impact, strategic, and execution-focused Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead and scale operations across large, complex construction and infrastructure projects in Central Africa.

This is a leadership-critical role for a professional who brings an owner’s mindset, thrives in dynamic environments, and has a proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-value projects with operational excellence.

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🎯 Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Drive end-to-end execution of construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and quality excellence.
• Strategic Execution: Translate business vision into actionable operational strategies and measurable outcomes.
• P&L Ownership: Lead financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profitability optimization.
• Project Excellence: Oversee project management frameworks, construction methodologies, and technical procurement processes.
• Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead high-performing, multicultural teams across multiple geographies.
• Process Optimization: Implement modern construction technologies, digital tools, and best practices to enhance efficiency and transparency.
• Risk & Compliance: Identify operational risks and ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

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🧠 What We’re Looking For

Experience

• 20+ years in construction or infrastructure industry
• Minimum 10+ years in senior executive leadership roles
• Proven success in delivering large-scale, complex projects
• Strong expertise in P&L management, financial strategy, and resource optimization
• Deep understanding of project management systems, procurement, and execution models
• Demonstrated ability to lead in high-pressure, multicultural environments

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🎓 Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management (Mandatory)
• MBA or equivalent advanced qualification (Highly Preferred)

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💡 Why Join Us?

• Lead high-value, large-scale infrastructure projects
• Work in a dynamic international environment
• Opportunity to shape strategic growth and operational excellence
• Be part of a vision-driven leadership team

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📩 Apply Now

If you are ready to take on a transformational leadership role, we would love to hear from you.

📧 Send your updated resume to:
Dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com

Deputy Manager – Process Design - Central Africa

 

Deputy Manager – Process Design

Industry: Mining & Mineral Processing

Location: Central Africa
Experience: Minimum 7 years
Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech in Chemical Engineering

Job Overview

We are hiring for a Deputy Manager – Process Design for a leading mining and mineral company based in Central Africa. The ideal candidate should have solid experience in process engineering and design activities for mineral processing plants, including expertise in process selection, equipment sizing, and inter-disciplinary coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop process designs and basic engineering deliverables for mineral processing plants.

• Prepare and review Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), design basis, and process descriptions.

• Perform mass and water balance calculations, equipment sizing, and selection.

• Provide process inputs for plant layout and CAPEX/OPEX estimation.

• Coordinate with mechanical, civil, electrical, and instrumentation teams for multidisciplinary integration.

• Interface with OEMs, licensors, and test-work agencies during design development.

• Support technical bid evaluations, feasibility studies, and commissioning activities.

• Develop and optimize processes involving crushing, grinding, classification, flotation, gravity and magnetic separation, thickening, filtration, and tailings handling.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 7 years of process engineering experience in the mineral processing industry.

• Exposure to basic engineering, feasibility, and DPR stage projects.

• Strong command over process calculations, flow sheet development, and equipment design.

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiar with AutoCAD or other engineering design tools.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may send their updated resume to:
📧 dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com

Chief Financial Officer - Central Africa

 

Chief Financial Officer 

Location: Central Africa

 

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

 

Reports To: Group CEO / Board

 

Overview:

The Group CFO provides strategic financial leadership across an integrated portfolio spanning infrastructure, power, construction, and manufacturing projects. The role focuses on financial governance, project finance, capital raising, PPP management, and consolidated group reporting to ensure sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement group financial strategy, capital allocation, and long-term planning.
• Lead project finance, capital raising, and investor engagement across all entities.
• Oversee group budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial controls.
• Manage treasury, liquidity, debt, and banking relationships.
• Drive M&A, JV, and consolidation activities.
• Ensure strong governance, risk management, compliance, and audit oversight.
• Advise the CEO and Board on performance, risks, and strategic financial matters.

Candidate Profile:

• Senior finance leadership experience across multi-entity projects.
• Strong exposure to infrastructure, aviation, or construction sectors.
• Expertise in PPPs, project finance, capital raising, and M&A.
• International experience, ideally in Africa or emerging markets.
• Qualifications: Degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics; CPA/ACCA/CA/CFA preferred.

Purpose: To ensure financial stability, transparency, and growth across all group operations through strategic leadership and disciplined financial management.

 

Interested candidate, send resume dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com

General Manager - Operations, Solar - Guinea

  

General Manager - Operations, Solar

Location: Guinea

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview:

We're seeking an experienced General Manager to lead our solar energy operations in Guinea. This role involves strategic planning, operational management, and leadership to ensure successful project execution, operational efficiency, and alignment with company goals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Operational Leadership: Lead and manage day-to-day solar project operations

- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with company goals

- Project Oversight: Oversee solar project execution from start to finish

- Financial Management: Manage operational budget and track expenditures

- Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and local authorities

- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate operational risks

- Innovation and Improvement: Stay updated with industry trends and implement innovative solutions

Qualifications:

- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree or MBA advantageous)

- Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in solar energy operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role

- Skills: Strong leadership, team management, and strategic planning abilities

- Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of solar technologies, project management methodologies, and regulatory requirements in Africa

- Language Proficiency: Fluency in French required, proficiency in English a plus

Personal Attributes:

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to thrive in a multicultural and dynamic environment

- Passion for renewable energy and sustainability

Location Requirements:

- Willingness to relocate or work in Central Africa

- Understanding of local cultural and business practices a plus

How to Apply:

If you're a motivated and experienced solar energy professional looking for a new challenge, please send your resume to dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com.

HEAD – FINANCE - Central Africa

HEAD – FINANCE

Experience: 10+ years

Qualification: CA / CMA (Qualified)

Location: Central Africa

Job description:

• Candidate must have experience from Mining and Mineral Processing Company

• Plan, prepare, direct and ensure effective implementation of sound financial, commercial, accounting/Audit, policies, practices & strategies in line with corporate plans

• Act as an enterprise-wide key decision supporter assisting the top management in formulating and implementing long-term and short-term strategies

• Participate and initiate plans for enhancing financial strength & overall growth of the business

• Overall responsible for supervising, managing and controlling the finance and accounts department of the Company

• Exposure of Project finance

• Managing efficiently the cost structure and optimizing costs at all times

• Preparation and timely submission of Management Information System (MIS), review and improve MIS including consolidated financials

• Preparation of Business forecasting, budgeting and rolling plans, effectiveness and monitoring process

• Responsible for accounting systems, Treasury management and cash flow planning 

• Determining financial objectives, designing & implementing systems, policies & procedures in consultation with top management to facilitate internal financial control

• Formulating business plans / strategies for maximizing profitability & revenue generation & realize organizational goals

• Review and identifying financial needs of the company and a strategy how to fund it

• Preparation and submission of monthly financial statements 

• Exposure to IFRS

• Review of operations, controls in supply chain, efficiency of operations, Controlling and monitoring all financial assets and liabilities 

• Implement, document and maintain adequate and effective processes to improve the close and reporting cycles to ensure timely and accurate reporting 

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations 

• Coordinating with local authorities on various taxation, accounting and legal matters 

• Ensuring all taxation and related compliances 

• Coordinating with internal and external auditors ensuring timely completion of the audit of financial statements 

• Coordinating with all Heads of Departments for efficient operating practices 

• Implement effective staff training program wherever required in the finance and accounting department

• Carry out any other tasks assigned by top management 

• Exposure to ERP system

Please forward your updated resume to dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com

Laboratory Chemist - Central Africa

 

Laboratory Chemist

Education: MSc Organic Chemistry

Experience: 03 to 05 years

Skills Required:

- Knowledge of Mass Balance Testing

- Analysis and balance generation

- Report generation

Job Description:

We are seeking a Laboratory Chemist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have:

- Understanding of Water, Waste Water, and Chemistry

- Awareness of all analysis parameters

- Awareness of all testing and analysis procedures as per standards

- Ability to carry out accurate testing, analysis, and jar tests of samples

Responsibilities:

- Conduct laboratory tests and analyses on water and wastewater samples

- Perform mass balance testing and generate reports

- Ensure accurate and reliable test results

- Follow standard operating procedures and laboratory protocols

- Generate reports and present findings to stakeholders

How to Apply:

Interested candidates, please send your resume to dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Sr. Engineer / Asst. Manager - Production (Used Oil recycling Plant)

  

Sr. Engineer / Asst. Manager - Production (Used Oil Recycling Plant)

Qualification – Engineering/Diploma

Experience – 7-10 year in a similar field

Responsibility –

1. Responsible for the production of used oil plant.

2. Maintaining the quality parameters.

3. Maintaining the complete record and stock/incoming/dispatch.

4. Complete maint. Of the plant.

5. Production planning and cost optimization.

6. Safety and Environment

Interested candidate send your resume dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com

General Electrician - Central Africa

 

General Electrician

 

Location: Central Africa

 

Experience: 7-10 Years

 

Education: ITI, Diploma

 

Responsibilities:

Minimum of an Advanced Certificate in Heavy Equipment Repair

Heavy Equipment Auto Electrician, must have a secondary certificate or equivalent, along with a technical diploma or certification in auto electrical or heavy equipment mechanics.

Additionally, candidates must possess strong electrical and diagnostic skills, as well as excellent problem-solving abilities.

The ability to work independently and as part of a team is also important in this role with 5 years experiences.

 

Interested candidate send resume dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com

Electrician Technician - Central Africa

 Electrician Technician

 

Location: Central Africa

 

Experience: 10+ Year

 

Education: ITI, Diploma in Electrical 

Job Description:

 

Installation and commissioning of HT/LT Motors, HT & LT Panel Execution, MCC Panels, Earthing, Power Generator Cabling & Panels, Power Transformers, PCC, MCC, PDBs & Lighting Transformers

Adhering to Project Schedule and Uptime of 90% Plant Availability

Making detail Assessment on Electrical repairs and understanding the gaps

Thorough Knowledge in trouble shooting and Electrical repairs  and Self-discipline in the jobs carried out

 

Interested candidate send resume dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com

Sr. Engineer/Dy Manager Tailings - Central Africa

Sr. Engineer/Dy Manager Tailings

 

Experience: Big civil projects for 10-12 years

Location: Central Africa

 

Education: B.E./B.Tech (Civil)

 

The Sr. Engineer/Dy Manager Tailings will report to the Tailings Head and carry out the following tasks -

•             In cooperation with the processing departments at each site, ensure the tailings deposition systems are constructed and operated with depositional requirements

•             Overseeing interactive development of Tailing Storage Facilities final design drawings and documentation through to effective communication to the construction team

•             Overseeing that required tailings deposition infrastructure, methods and operations as well as embankment design work is completed on time and in line with operational requirements

•             Communicating all design related decisions and outcomes to the management

•             Understanding overall requirements for timing of construction activities in order to meet operational requirements

•             Managing the functions of construction quality control (CQC) activities and oversee construction quality assurance (CQA) on all TSF construction activities

•             Compilation of all required reporting including daily, weekly and monthly monitoring reports, monthly stewardship documents and annual construction reports

•             Regular monitoring of the performance of any geotechnical structures, observing and reporting on effectiveness of maintenance of all TSF facilities

•             Reporting the superiors if medium or long term filling plans need adjustment

•             Verifying that operational freeboard (including factors of safety), storm water channels and access routes are properly maintained  and reporting to Operations management any remedial actions that are required

•             Managing the TSF risk register which includes identifying risks with operations and stakeholders throughout the mine life cycle, developing corrective actions to mitigate risk and monitor implementation of corrective actions.

 

Interested candidate send resume dharmendra@karmaasolutions.com