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CJ Stafford – Lead Consultant
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Tap into a global network of businesses looking for candidates like you! We have built relationships with hundreds of businesses including major international and junior mining companies, exploration and mine developers, engineering consultants and contractors, equipment suppliers, banks, industry associations and more.
TAP INTO A GLOBAL NETWORK
Tap into a global network of businesses looking for candidates like you! We have built relationships with hundreds of businesses including major international and junior mining companies, exploration and mine developers, engineering consultants and contractors, equipment suppliers, banks, industry associations and more.
EXPERIENCE EXCEPTIONAL SUPPORT
Once we’ve found the right opportunity, we will support you through the entire process with an unmatched understanding of the industry, capable of application guidance, interview preparation, and negotiation representation.
EXPERIENCE EXCEPTIONAL SUPPORT
Once we’ve found the right opportunity, we will support you through the entire process with an unmatched understanding of the industry, capable of application guidance, interview preparation, and negotiation representation.
Connect with our growing network, whether you are a candidate looking for a position, or a business seeking qualified candidates, we can help you achieve your goals in the mining, engineering, and construction industries.
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Exceptional Opportunities
C.J. Stafford & Associates, leaders in international executive search for the mining, minerals and metals industries, is pleased to accept applications on behalf of our client for the following key position:
ASCOT MINE OPERATIONS MANAGER
This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced mining engineer to play a lead role in returning this past producing gold mine back into production. Previously recognised for its prolific production it is nearing completion of construction and rehabilitation activities with first gold pour planned for early 2024.
Reporting to the General Manager you will be responsible for providing on-site coordination for all phases of mine site activities, ensuring company safety, policies and procedures are being strictly followed and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget. As Manager you will be responsible for scheduling, inspection, quality control, job site safety to ensure employee and operational performance meets established quality, productivity and cost objectives. The Manager will also commit to embedding and fostering the company health and safety culture of ‘No Harm’ while ensuring compliance with provincial and federal regulations.
Ideally you will be a graduate mining engineer with a minimum 10 years of progressive experience in underground mining operations, solid technical skills and unwavering commitment to safety. On a personal level you have exceptional interpersonal qualities, proven leadership skills and are committed to a collaborative culture that practices coaching, mentoring and employee development.
Compensation is generous and will include benefits and performance based incentives. More important might be the opportunity to advance your professional aspirations as production gains momentum.
This is an outstanding career opportunity for an informed, ambitious, highly motivated metals industry professional with proven skills in ‘deal making’ and a leadership style that will inspire and motivate. Compensation is competitive and will be complimented with a generous stock option plan.
Anyone wishing to explore this exceptional opportunity is assured confidentiality.
For a confidential exchange of information please contact:
James Stafford
C. J. Stafford & Associates
2323 Yonge Street, Suite 501, Toronto, Ontario M4P 2C9
james@cjstafford.com / www.cjstafford.com
Exceptional Opportunities
C.J. Stafford & Associates, leaders in international executive search for the mining, minerals and metals industries, is pleased to accept applications on behalf of our client for the following key position:
MINE SITE CONTROLLER - 'HYBRID TERMS'
Our B.C based mining 'junior' is seeking a professionally qualified accountant to manage all financial transactions. Accountable to the CFO and working closely with the site management you will direct and report on financial goals and strategies.
This is a leadership role for a CPA or CA who will drive the planning cycle for annual budgets, monthly forecasts and life of mine plans, an excellent career opportunity to be instrumental in taking this mine through start up and into full production.
This is an outstanding career opportunity for an informed, ambitious, highly motivated metals industry professional with proven skills in ‘deal making’ and a leadership style that will inspire and motivate. Compensation is competitive and will be complimented with a generous stock option plan.
Anyone wishing to explore this exceptional opportunity is assured confidentiality.
For a confidential exchange of information please contact:
James Stafford
C. J. Stafford & Associates
2323 Yonge Street, Suite 501, Toronto, Ontario M4P 2C9
james@cjstafford.com / www.cjstafford.com
Exceptional Opportunities
C.J. Stafford & Associates, leaders in international executive search for the mining, minerals and metals industries, is pleased to accept applications on behalf of our client for the following key position:
C.E.O. - CRITICAL MINERALS
Having a robust 43-101 PEA in hand, that indicates sustainable cash generation for 40 years of production, our client is poised to develop the World’s largest primary scandium resource.
Supported by a strong B.O.D. with expertise in discovery, development and downstream experience, coupled with strong Government support, we are now interviewing for this leadership role, one that will see this company through the various stages of development and into production,
Executive level responsibilities in the mining/metals sector, with exposure to specialty metals should ideally be complemented by experience in raising capital, marketing and negotiating ‘offtake’ contracts.
This is an outstanding career opportunity for an informed, ambitious, highly motivated metals industry professional with proven skills in ‘deal making’ and a leadership style that will inspire and motivate. Compensation is competitive and will be complimented with a generous stock option plan.
Anyone wishing to explore this exceptional opportunity is assured confidentiality.
For a confidential exchange of information please contact:
Chris Stafford
C. J. Stafford & Associates
2323 Yonge Street, Suite 501, Toronto, Ontario M4P 2C9
Chris@cjstafford.com / www.cjstafford.com
Exceptional Opportunities
C.J. Stafford & Associates, leaders in international executive search for the mining, minerals and metals industries, is pleased to accept applications on behalf of our client for the following key position:
Manager Human Resources
We have been engaged by our client, a Canadian based Gold company to find a HR Manager for its asset in Northern Ontario. This candidate would need at least 10 years experience in Human Resources and preferably 5 years in a similar leadership role in a mining environment.
The HR Manager will lead the HR Department at the mine site which will entail oversight and management of performance management, recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, policies/procedures and administration. The HR Manager is a member of the site senior leadership team and reports to the Mine General Manager and indirectly to the VP, HR. This role has a very strong compensation package and an opportunity for a clear career path.
If you would be interested in discreetly exploring this exceptional opportunity we would be happy to forward you our confidential executive summary for your review.
For a confidential exchange of information please contact:
James Stafford
C. J. Stafford & Associates
2323 Yonge Street, Suite 501, Toronto, Ontario M4P 2C9
james@cjstafford.com / www.cjstafford.com
Exceptional Opportunities
C.J. Stafford & Associates, leaders in international executive search for the mining, minerals and metals industries, is pleased to accept applications on behalf of our client for the following key position:
Chief Mine Geologist
Location: Northern Ontario
We have been engaged by our client, a Canadian based Gold company to find a Chief Mine Geologist for its asset in Northern Ontario. This candidate would need at least 10 years experience in open pit mine geology operations, strong experience in geological resource modelling and ore control, preferably RC drilling.
Reporting to the Technical Services Manager this role would have you lead a team through all geological activities on the mine site including a team of surface drilling contractors. This FIFO role is an exceptional opportunity for the right person to join this project. With a strong compensation package and rotation flexibility this is a great opportunity for the right person.
If you would be interested in discreetly exploring this role we would be happy to forward you our confidential executive summary for your review.
For a confidential exchange of information please contact:
James Stafford
C. J. Stafford & Associates
2323 Yonge Street, Suite 501, Toronto, Ontario M4P 2C9
james@cjstafford.com / www.cjstafford.com
Exceptional Opportunities
C.J. Stafford & Associates, leaders in international executive search for the mining, minerals and metals industries, is pleased to accept applications on behalf of our client for the following key position:
SENIOR MINING ENGINEER
Our client is an established mining consultancy that provides independent advice to mining companies, providers of capital, law firms and government agencies. Staffed by highly experienced mining professionals with extensive international experience in geology, mining engineering, metallurgy, processing, social and environmental management they are now looking to add a mining engineer to their team.
You must be a graduate in mining engineering, P. Eng. and your experience will include at least 3 years in hard rock open pit mining operations. Well practiced in mine planning and the application of relevant soft ware you will carry out due diligence and evaluations by reviewing studies, conducting site visits and understanding expectations in order to qualify and validate open pit mining projects.
Your knowledge, experience and appreciation for efficient mine engineering and production will be instrumental in your ability to complete reports on which client decisions will be based. Also, important will be fostering good working relationships with clients and your potential for securing business opportunities.
This is an excellent professional opportunity for a solid technical mining engineer who wants to advance his/her experience and knowledge base by working on a variety of projects. It would suit a Toronto or Vancouver based candidate who is amenable to some modest travel and who wants to further their career with a highly respected engineering company. Compensation is generous and is complimented by a creative incentive program.
For a confidential exchange of information please contact:
James Stafford
C. J. Stafford & Associates
2323 Yonge Street, Suite 501, Toronto, Ontario M4P 2C9
james@cjstafford.com / www.cjstafford.com
Exceptional Opportunities
C.J. Stafford & Associates, leaders in international executive search for the mining, minerals and metals industries, is pleased to accept applications on behalf of our client for the following key position:
VICE PRESIDENT EXPLORATION
VICE PRESIDENT EXPLORATION – our Canadian client is a well funded public company that is focused on the exploration and development of precious metals projects. Their global portfolio includes advanced projects in the permitting stage, and they are now committed to expanding this portfolio with additional gold and silver exploration.
As V.P. Exploration you will work closely with the senior management team in identifying gold and silver targets, planning and budgeting the exploration and development programs, domestic and global.
This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced Geologist with the management skills and leadership capabilities to take on the responsibility of bringing new projects to an already impressive asset base. If you have the background and experience we are looking for, then reply with your resume and we will discuss details.
For a confidential exchange of information please contact:
Chris Stafford
C. J. Stafford & Associates
2323 Yonge Street, Suite 501, Toronto, Ontario M4P 2C9
Chris@cjstafford.com / www.cjstafford.com
Exceptional Opportunities
C.J. Stafford & Associates, leaders in international executive search for the mining, minerals and metals industries, is pleased to accept applications on behalf of our client for the following key position:
MANAGER MINERAL PROCESSING
Our international client is a recognized leader in the delivery of high-quality engineering projects for the global mining and metals industries. Their continued growth has created this key role to manage an established process team responsible for mineral processing and materials handling projects, plant and equipment for both gold and base metal operations.
You should have a degree in Mineral Processing, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering accompanied by 15 years of experience in design, engineering, construction and commissioning of mineral processing facilities. A combination of operations experience and engineering consulting would be perfect for this key management role.
This is an excellent career opportunity for a solid engineer, with the appropriate process background, to take on a management role that will provide leadership to a competent process group and to client management, as the company continues to develop its reputation as a world class service in all areas of mineral processing. If you are ready to step up the package is generous and the career growth potential real. For a discrete exchange of information contact Chris Stafford at:
Chris Stafford
C. J. Stafford & Associates
2323 Yonge Street, Suite 501, Toronto, Ontario M4P 2C9
Chris@cjstafford.com / www.cjstafford.com