Remote Field Operations Lead

Summary

The Field Operations Lead role at KoBold Metals involves planning and executing field activities for mineral exploration projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and effective communication. The position requires at least 5 years of experience in related industries, fluency in French and English, and a valid First Aid Certification.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience conducting field operations in mineral exploration & mining, oil & gas or a related industry
• Demonstrated commitment to and familiarity with developing and implementing high standards of health & safety in the workplace
• The ability to problem-solve in remote environments
• The ability to work in remote and isolated locations for extended periods of time
• Must speak, read, and write in French and English
• A high degree of independence and the ability to work effectively with limited supervision
• Familiarity with Project Management principles and managing projects remotely
• Enjoyment in working with people in a wide variety of disciplines and different parts of the world
• Interest in contributing broadly to the success of the company and eager to pitch in where needed
• Valid First Aid Certification (Level 3 or Wilderness First Aid is preferred)

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute field activities to meet business objectives without causing harm
• Maintain daily contact with and monitor the status of KoBold personnel and contractors while in the field
• Execute and maintain KoBold’s system for tracking health & safety incidents and provide periodic reporting
• Understand applicable local laws and regulations and the practices of our joint venture partners and ensure that we follow them in all our operations
• Identify, evaluate, contract with, and manage contractors and vendors for a wide range of field operations
• Arrange for the shipment of equipment and material to and from KoBold’s project sites
• Deploy to remote project locations as required to implement and manage programs
• Creating ways of working that allow us to continue to work more effectively and to be nimble so that we can support machine-learning-driven dynamic field programs
• With leadership direction and support, help represent KoBold Metals with local stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Run programs in different countries and/or remote environments
• Worked in a small company or as a member of a very small team with a broad mandate working in a fast paced project environment
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation, CRSP designation, Red Seal designation (electrical, carpentry, plumbing), trained or experience operating heavy equipment

Benefits

KoBold Metals is a remote first workplace, open to candidates currently residing anywhere in the United States or Canada