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The ideal candidate will drive market entry, build strategic mining accounts, lead thickener optimization trials, and translate site-specific processing requirements into customized polymer solutions. A leading specialty polymer manufacturing organization is seeking a results-driven Director of Mining Applications & Technical Sales to launch and lead its Mining Polymers Division.

Position Summary:A leading specialty polymer manufacturing organization is seeking a results-driven Director of Mining Applications & Technical Sales to launch and lead its Mining Polymers Division. This role focuses on emulsion polyacrylamide flocculants used in tailings management and mineral processing operations.The ideal candidate will drive market entry, build strategic mining accounts, lead thickener optimization trials, and translate site-specific processing requirements into customized polymer solutions. This individual will combine strong commercial leadership with deep technical expertise to build a multi-million-dollar mining chemicals division.This is a manufacturing-driven role - not distribution. The company designs, formulates, and produces customized polymer solutions.Key Responsibilities:Sales & Market Development:<ul><li>Develop and execute go-to-market strategy for mining flocculants.</li><li>Build, strengthen, and manage relationships with mine operators, metallurgical teams, and procurement groups.</li><li>Identify, pursue, and convert key mining accounts from incumbent suppliers.</li><li>Lead negotiations for multi-year supply agreements.</li><li>Build and scale a high revenue portfolio with long-term growth objectives.</li></ul>Technical Leadership & Field Applications:<ul><li>Conduct and oversee field trials.</li><li>Provide on-site technical troubleshooting and performance optimization.</li><li>Translate site chemistry, particle size distribution, and solids behavior into optimized polymer specifications.</li><li>Collaborate with internal R&D to refine molecular weight and charge density targeting.</li><li>Support commissioning, product transitions, and performance benchmarking.</li></ul>Product & Market Expertise:<ul><li>Maintain deep technical knowledge of emulsion polyacrylamide flocculants.</li><li>Understand mineral processing flowsheets and tailings management systems.</li><li>Monitor competitive technologies, product trends, and evolving mining regulations.</li><li>Provide strategic market feedback to leadership to guide product development and forecasting.</li></ul>Business Growth & Industry Presence:<ul><li>Represent the company at mining industry conferences, trade shows, and technical forums.</li><li>Develop strategic partnerships within various diversified markets.</li><li>Identify new geographic and commodity expansion opportunities.</li></ul>Cross-Functional Collaboration:<ul><li>Partner with internal R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics teams to ensure seamless product delivery and performance.</li><li>Work closely with senior polymer chemists to tailor formulations to site-specific requirements.</li><li>Support production planning aligned with customer demand and project timelines.</li></ul>CRM & Reporting:<ul><li>Maintain accurate records of account activity, trial results, pipeline status, and revenue forecasts.</li><li>Report regularly on sales performance, market penetration, and division growth metrics.</li><li>Provide strategic updates to executive leadership.</li></ul>Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Mining Engineering, or a related field preferred. Advanced technical background strongly valued. Equivalent industry experience considered.Experience:<ul><li>Minimum of 8 years of experience in mining chemical sales, applications, or technical services.</li><li>Proven experience with emulsion polyacrylamide flocculants in mineral processing.</li><li>Prior experience with leading suppliers strongly preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated success managing a substantial territory or business unit.</li><li>Track record of converting mining operations from incumbent suppliers.</li></ul>Skills:<ul><li>Excellent commercial negotiation and strategic account management skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.</li><li>Ability to operate independently while building a new division.</li><li>Proficiency in CRM systems and reporting tools.</li></ul>Compensation & Growth Opportunity:<ul><li>Competitive base salary</li><li>Performance bonus tied to division growth</li><li>Potential equity participation or long-term incentive component</li><li>High-visibility leadership role with strategic influence</li><li>Backed by established manufacturing scale and cash-flow-positive operations</li><li>Direct access to in-house polymer R&D and customization capabilities</li></ul>Working Conditions:Schedule: Full-time; flexibility required based on customer site schedules and field trials.Travel: Approximately 40-60% travel to mining sites across North America (and potentially international expansion markets). Unrestricted eligibility to travel in and our of US is a requirement.Environment: Combination of office-based strategic planning and frequent on-site presence at mining operations, including processing plants and tailings facilities. By applying for this position, you understand and agree that this organization may conduct a background check and/or drug screening as part of the hiring process. You will be provided with a separate disclosure and authorization form for these checks. Failure to consent to these screenings may result in disqualification from further consideration for employment.This is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace. To maintain compliance with regulatory authorities and ensure a safe working environment, the organization conducts random drug and alcohol testing. All employees are expected to comply with this policy as a condition of employment.Please note: This job opening is not open to staffing agencies or third-party recruiters. Unsolicited inquiries or candidate submissions from agencies will not be considered or responded to.

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Director of Mining Applications & Technical Sales

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Responsible for management and execution of one or multiple field disciplines or a subset of assigned construction project(s) in accordance with the requirements of the contract between the company and the client, and in accordance with the company's operating policies and principles. Initiate safety, quality and environmental processes within their area(s) of control, including toolbox meetings, inspections, and the identification, assessment and control of risks in accordance with Wood and client requirements.

JOB DESCRIPTION Designing the future. Transforming the world. Wood is currently seeking expressions of interest for a Construction Manager with experience in Mining & Metals. This role will be responsible for execution of the work in accordance with the quality standards and requirements specified for the project. What we can offer <ul><li>Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil & gas and process industry projects</li><li>Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs. Hybrid in Houston, TX</li><li>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice</li><li>Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market. </li><li>Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle </li><li>Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests</li><li>Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession</li></ul>Authorization to work lawfully in the US, without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future is required. #LI-Hybrid RESPONSIBILITIES <ul><li>Responsible for construction and contractor related deliverables .</li><li>Supervises all areas on small projects and / or a subset / discipline on larger projects </li><li>Responsible for management and execution of one or multiple field disciplines or a subset of assigned construction project(s) in accordance with the requirements of the contract between the company and the client, and in accordance with the company's operating policies and principles.</li><li>Responsible for execution of the work in accordance with the quality standards and requirements specified for the project. </li><li>Ability to monitor work progress and report against the plan. </li><li>Ensure safety, quality and environmental responsibilities and accountabilities have been defined and communicated to workers engaged within their area(s) of control</li><li>Ensure all workers within their area(s) of control receive appropriate training to perform their work in a safe, legal and competent manner including any Health and Safety and site-specific inductions. </li><li>Initiate safety, quality and environmental processes within their area(s) of control, including toolbox meetings, inspections, and the identification, assessment and control of risks in accordance with Wood and client requirements.</li><li>Understand and manage the industrial relations environment impacting the site and report any issues as required. </li></ul> QUALIFICATIONS What makes you remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges. Expected: <ul><li>An appropriate level of field construction experience, typically gained through a degree in engineering and 15 years of experience, or a miniimum of 20 years of experience in a relevant industry.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills </li><li>Well-developed interpersonal skills are necessary in order to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing requirements to a wide range of client groups (internal and external)</li><li>Self-motivated, ability to work independently, or in a team environment, and provide leadership, support, direction, and consultation</li><li>Ability to manage multiple initiatives with strong organizational skills to meet project deadlines</li><li>Ability to proactively detect challenges to safety, quality, cost and schedule that will ensure development and execution of effective prevention, mitigation, or corrective actions</li><li>Able to establish and maintain a positive and effective customer relationship, ensuring payment terms are met, and communicating any delays.</li><li>Well organized, observant, good interpersonal and communication skills </li><li>Ability to work with timelines/targets. </li><li>Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future.</li></ul>

Wood PLC

Construction Manager - Mining & Metals - EOI

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Construction

Construction Management

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Contract Requirements

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Industrial Management

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Legal

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Oil and Gas

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Broadbean

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Metallurgy/Process Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience for certain operations/maintenance leadership roles) . Comfort using common industry systems such as CMMS (e.g., SAP, Maximo), fleet/dispatch and monitoring tools, planning/scheduling software, and Microsoft Office/Power BI (exact tools vary by site) .

Hire Resolve is assisting mining organizations in hiring experienced mining professionals across the United States. This is a multi-role opportunity that can align to several functions within the sector, including mine operations, technical services, processing, maintenance, reliability, and health, safety, and environmental (HSE) leadership. These positions are suited to mid- to senior-level candidates and offer a clear progression path toward superintendent, manager, and site leadership roles.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li> Lead or support safe, efficient production across surface and/or underground mining operations </li><li> Drive compliance with MSHA/OSHA requirements and strengthen site safety culture, incident prevention, and risk controls </li><li> Optimize mine plans, production schedules, and equipment utilization to meet cost, quality, and output targets </li><li> Manage operational performance through KPIs, daily/weekly reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives </li><li> Partner with technical teams on drilling and blasting performance, ground control, ventilation, and geotechnical risk management (as applicable) </li><li> Improve plant/process performance through throughput, recovery, and quality improvements (where applicable) </li><li> Oversee maintenance and reliability strategies, shutdown planning, and asset performance for mobile and fixed plant equipment </li><li> Support contractor management, vendor coordination, and operational readiness for projects and site expansions </li><li> Build and develop teams through coaching, training, and structured performance management </li><li> Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, CAPEX/OPEX planning, and cross-functional stakeholder communication</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Metallurgy/Process Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience for certain operations/maintenance leadership roles) </li><li> Typically 5–12+ years of progressive experience in mining, minerals processing, or heavy industrial environments (surface and/or underground) </li><li> Demonstrated knowledge of MSHA regulations and strong working familiarity with OSHA-aligned safety systems and best practices </li><li> Experience with one or more of the following: mine planning and scheduling, drill-and-blast optimization, production leadership, plant/process optimization, maintenance/reliability, HSE management systems, or projects execution </li><li> Comfort using common industry systems such as CMMS (e.g., SAP, Maximo), fleet/dispatch and monitoring tools, planning/scheduling software, and Microsoft Office/Power BI (exact tools vary by site) </li><li> Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across operations, engineering, and corporate teams </li><li> Ability to work on-site and in field environments; flexibility for rotating schedules or travel depending on role</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)</li><li>Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)</li><li>Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)</li><li>Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)</li><li>Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)</li><li>Training & Development</li></ul>

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