COO (Metallurgy / strategic development / operations) – Middle East
GATESOURCE HR · Dubai, United Arab Emirates ·
- Category
- Operations
- Experience
- 15+ years
Our client is a rapidly growing international industrial and mining conglomerate with a diverse portfolio in metals, mining, and renewable energy. The metallurgy division operates multiple plants worldwide, producing high-demand commodities including base metals. They are seeking a dynamic, business-oriented COO to lead operational excellence, business development, and strategic acquisitions across continents.
Based in the Middle-East region, the COO – Metallurgy Division will oversee all operational aspects of multiple metallurgical plants globally, ensuring efficiency, safety, sustainability, and profitability. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational management, focusing on growth initiatives, acquisitions, and business development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership:
- Manage all metallurgical plants across continents, ensuring optimal operational performance, cost efficiency, and safety compliance.
- Implement and monitor operational KPIs, performance metrics, and continuous improvement programs.
- Ensure adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards across all operations.
- Optimize production processes, energy utilization, and resource allocation to maximize profitability.
Business Development & Strategy:
- Lead strategic planning for the metallurgy division in alignment with the Group’s growth objectives.
- Identify, evaluate, and execute new business opportunities, joint ventures, and acquisitions in the metals and mining sectors.
- Foster partnerships with global stakeholders, suppliers, and customers to expand market presence.
- Develop and implement strategies to strengthen supply chain and vertically integrated operations.
Leadership & Team Management:
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing global operations and business development team.
- Promote a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation across all plants and regions.
- Collaborate closely with other divisions, including finance, logistics, and corporate development.
Requirements
- Proven experience (15+ years) in senior operational roles within metallurgy, mining, or heavy industrial sectors.
- Strong track record in business development, mergers, acquisitions, and international project execution.
- Experience managing multi-site, multi-country operations across continents.
- Excellent strategic, financial, and operational acumen.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mining, Industrial Engineering, and MBA preferred.
- Willingness to travel extensively internationally.
Key Competencies:
- Global operational leadership
- Business growth and acquisition expertise
- Cross-cultural team management
- Operational excellence and process optimization
- Strategic thinking and execution
Benefits
Senior executive package to discuss.