Vacancy at Dangote Industries Limited in Nigeria
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Head, Mines Operation to lead and manage large-scale mining activities in a highly productive and safety-conscious environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient, safe, and cost-effective extraction of raw materials while meeting production targets, quality requirements, and regulatory standards.
- This position requires a strategic mining professional with extensive operational leadership experience, strong technical expertise, and a proven track record in managing complex mining operations.
Date: 20 Aug 2026
Location: Obajana Plant, Obajana Plant
Company: Dangote Industries Limited
Head, Mines Operation
Location: Nigeria
Industry: Cement Manufacturing / Mining
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: Minimum 25 Years
Role:
Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all mining operations.
Develop and implement short- and long-term mine plans to achieve production objectives.
- Ensure continuous supply of raw materials to meet plant production requirements while maintaining required quality standards.
- Coordinate mining activities, including drilling, blasting, excavation, haulage, and material handling operations.
- Monitor mining performance against approved budgets, production targets, and operational KPIs.
- Optimize equipment utilization and operational efficiency to maximize productivity and cost effectiveness.
- Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams of engineers, supervisors, technicians, operators, and contractors.
- Ensure strict compliance with all safety, health, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify operational challenges and implement effective solutions to improve mine performance.
- Collaborate with technical, maintenance, production, and management teams to achieve business objectives.
- Prepare and present operational, performance, and production reports to executive management.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and best practices across mining operations.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Relevant professional certifications and memberships will be an added advantage.
Experience
Minimum of 25 years' progressive experience in mining operations.
- Proven experience managing large-scale open-pit mining operations.
- Demonstrated success in mine planning, production management, and operational leadership.
- Experience within the cement, quarrying, mining, or heavy industrial sector is highly desirable.
Desire:
Strong knowledge of mining principles, practices, and operational planning.
Excellent leadership and people-management capabilities.
- Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Sound commercial and business acumen with a focus on cost optimization.
- Strong understanding of safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive performance improvements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant mining management software.
Benefits:
- Competitive executive compensation package.
- Opportunity to lead a high-impact mining operation.
- Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Deadline: Not Specified
How to Apply
Interested Applicant can apply via this link
