Engineering Director, Mining & Metals

Company Description

AFRY provides engineering, design, digital and advisory services. We are devoted experts in industry, energy and infrastructure sectors, creating impact for generations to come. AFRY has Nordic roots with a global reach. 
Our shared principles - Results driven, Client Centric, Empowering and Accountable - guide us in how we work, grow and succeed together. Join us and unlock transitions towards a sustainable and resilient society.

Job Description

• Develop and Implement Commercial Strategies

• Create and execute commercial plans aligned with company goals and objectives.
• Strive to accelerate growth by identifying new opportunities.

• Market Research and Business Planning

• Conduct thorough market research to assess threats and opportunities.
• Formulate detailed business plans for commercial endeavors, including expansion and business development.

• Customer Acquisition and Relationship Management
  • Understand the needs of existing customers and ensure their satisfaction.
  • Actively acquire new customers and maintain relationships with both new and existing clients.
• Collaborate Across Teams

• Work closely with diverse teams such as marketing, sales, and customer service.
• Coordinate efforts to achieve commercial objectives.

• Stakeholder Partnerships

• Build and sustain profitable partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Foster strong relationships that contribute to the company’s success.

• Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Monitor commercial activities using key metrics.
• Prepare reports for senior management to evaluate performance.

• Financial Targets and Budgeting
• Assist in setting financial targets.
• Contribute to budget development and monitor financial performance.

Qualifications

• Proven Experience: At least 15 years experience within the Mining & Metals sector
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams of 5-30 professionals.
• Proven experience coaching managers, technical leaders, and engineering professionals.
• Experience with large-scale industrial, mining, mineral processing, or metals projects.
• Experience supporting international and global project execution.
• Strategic Thinking: Combine commercial awareness with a strategic mindset.
• Leadership and Communication: Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Education: Engineering degree, bachelor’s degree (BSc/BA) in business administration, finance. A master’s degree (MSc/MA) is an asset.

Additional Information

Benefits of working at AFRY Canada

• Flexible hours;
• Opportunity to travel for work and participate in international projects with a team of experts;
• Be involved in several aspects of the projects
• Professional development and promotion opportunities.  AFRY is currently working to significantly grow the Toronto office’s operations. By getting in at the “ground floor”, you will have a great opportunity for professional growth and development as our team grows.
• Industry experts available for mentoring and guidance;
• Wealth of resources available within the Process Industries Division of AFRY;
• Group Retirement Savings Plan;
• Health, dental and vision Insurance.

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.