Head of Section/Senior Process Engineer

Exciting opportunity to join the Leadership team at Boliden Tara Mines. Tara operates one of Europe’s largest Underground Zinc Mine at Navan, Ireland. Tara is a member of the Boliden Group, a leading metals company with operations in Sweden, Finland, Norway and Ireland. 

Our purpose is to provide the metals essential to improve society for generations to come.

Our vision is to be the most climate-friendly and respected metal provider in the world.

Our values are Care, Courage and Responsibility.

Position: Head of Section/Senior Process Engineer

Reporting to: Mill Manager 

Direct Reports: All or some of the functions listed below;

• Process Supervisors

• Production Supervisors

• Production/Process Engineers

• Port Supervisor

• Laboratory Supervisor

Purpose and Content:

Reporting to the Mill Manager, the HOS/ Senior Process Engineer is responsible for planning, organising, and directing operations in the Mill department, including plant, port, and lab facilities. Key duties include managing process and production to meet business objectives, supervising Opex and Capex fund usage, and ensuring compliance with EHS and legal requirements. The role requires independent work under organizational guidelines, efficient completion of tasks within regulatory deadlines, and availability outside normal working hours. The Head of Mill Process/Production oversees all aspects of the process and laboratory, ensuring technical integrity, safety, and cost efficiency. Utilization of external resources is necessary, and other relevant duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Conduct all duties in line with Boliden’s values and best practices for EHS and quality performance.

• Role model Boliden’s core values and drive continuous improvement.

• Develop long and short-range process/production plans (e.g., emergency response, energy management, annual budget).

• Lead teams to monitor, record, analyse, and improve plant performance.

• Achieving analysis targets while ensuring technical integrity.

• Coordinate metallurgical or other test work to maintain and improve performance.

• Monitor KPIs and costs vs. budget via online reporting systems.

• Ensure compliance for the Mill department and Port with IPC regulations.

• Prepare Mill department production plan and budget.

• Liaise with Marketing and Commercial departments for concentrate sales planning.

• Coordinate with Mine department on ore production and backfill scheduling.

• Participate in procurement of equipment and services.

• Initiate, lead, and support improvements and projects for Mill Organization.

• Manage communications and lead workplace meetings for Mill Organization.

• Ensure training needs analysis and implementation for process/production, lab, and port.

• Plan and conduct appraisals and development plans for direct reports.

• Recruit personnel and ensure compliance with rules and regulations.

• Actively engage in EHS and HR work, including safety walks.

• Represent the company in discussions with union personnel.

• Participate in BA mill committees and BU initiatives.

• Deputise for HOS Production or Mill Manager as required.

• Perform other relevant duties as needed.

• Read and accept New Ways of Working and Mill Organisational changes as detailed in the agreed document.

Skills, Competencies

& Experience:

Experience & Qualifications

Extensive Industry Experience: At least 10-15 years of experience in process engineering or production management within a heavy industrial environment.

Leadership: Proven track record of leading and managing teams, with strong strategic planning and decision-making skills.

Process Optimisation: Experience in optimizing production processes, improving efficiency, and implementing best practices.

Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.

Safety Compliance: In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and experience in maintaining a safe working environment.

Qualifications:

Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Advanced Management Training: Additional qualifications in management, such as an MBA, can be advantageous.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in process control systems, quality assurance, and production technologies.

Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and address production issues.

Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various departments and stakeholders.

These qualifications and experiences ensure that the candidate can effectively lead the Mill Process & Production section, driving improvements and maintaining high standards.

Language  - Fluent verbal and written English required

Professional Skills required

• Leadership & Team Management

• Strategic Planning & Organisation

• Proactive, with a ‘can-do’ approach and the ability to organise and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.

• Financial Acumen - Understanding of financial principles, including budgeting and cost estimation.

• Safety Procedures.- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures to maintain a safe working environment

• Consistently models Boliden’s core values in the workplace and applies same to driving change/resolution of conflict and safety.

To role model the Boliden Leader values – Care, Courage and Responsibility - I am a Boliden Leader

• I lead towards targets

• I communicate clearly

• I delegate with trust

• I show commitment and dedication

• I am present and available

• I coach and develop people

• I am fair and inclusive

• I act with integrity

• I lead by example

Closing date for applications is 30th April 2025.

To apply please visit “Career” on www.Boliden.com.

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