Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Chief Operating Officer (COO) – ASX Listed Company

Global / Perth, Western Australia | Full Time Executive Role

We are an ASX listed company with an advanced stage Rare Earth project in Brazil and we are seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Role Overview

Reporting to the Managing Director, the COO will provide strategic leadership and operational leadership of the project including O&M, Supply Chain, Projects & Engineering, safe, efficient operations, demonstration plant delivery, execution readiness, commissioning, Brazilian regulatory alignment, and ASX governance support.

Key Responsibilities

Key Outcomes in the First 12–18 Months

• Deliver an integrated execution and operational readiness plan aligned with DFS, permitting and financing milestones.
• Oversee commissioning and early operations of the demonstration plant including O&M readiness and data capture.
• Define and implement the operating model for Brazil including O&M, supply chain, maintenance and site governance.
• Implement operational systems including CMMS, HSE systems, project controls, procurement workflows and logistics frameworks.
• Drive supply chain strategy including contracting, reagent supply assurance, and logistics planning.
• Strengthen cross‑functional integration supporting cost visibility, risk management and execution readiness reporting.

Strategy, Leadership and Business Partnering

• Partner with MD & CEO, CFO and executive team to translate strategy and DFS outputs into operational delivery.
• Provide operational insights to support decision‑making and Board‑level reporting.
• Lead and mentor operational, engineering and supply chain teams to foster a high‑performance culture.

Operations and Maintenance (O&M)

• Develop and lead O&M strategy for the demonstration plant and future operations.
• Oversee commissioning, plant optimisation and early operating performance.
• Ensure safety leadership, process discipline and operational governance.

Supply Chain

• Lead contracting, procurement, logistics, inventory control and supply assurance functions.
• Implement procurement governance and contract performance management.
• Support toffake strategy from an operational feasibility perspective.

Projects & Engineering (including Project Controls)

• Oversee engineering, scheduling, cost control and project controls for demonstration plant and full project readiness.
• Ensure integrated planning across engineering, procurement, construction and operations.
• Lead risk management, readiness assessments and stage‑gate governance.

Systems, Processes and Data

• Establish operational systems including Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS), HSE systems, document control and operational reporting.
• Ensure integration between project controls, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/finance systems, procurement tools and operational data.
• Drive continuous improvement in operational workflows.

HSE, ESG and Regulatory Compliance

• Champion a safety‑first culture and ensure HSE integration across operations and projects.
• Support ESG performance and reporting obligations required by investors and regulators.
• Engage constructively with Brazilian regulators, communities and partners.

Governance, Risk and Assurance

• Lead operational risk management including critical risk controls and contractor governance.
• Support Board and committee reporting including operational readiness and execution status.
• Ensure transparent reporting supporting ASX obligations.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Tertiary qualification in engineering (mining, chemical, process, mechanical) or related field.
• Postgraduate qualifications in management or project management (preferred).
• Senior operational leadership experience with significant mining/processing exposure.
• Demonstrated experience leading major projects, commissioning and readiness programmes.
• Strong background in operational governance, safety leadership and project controls.
• Experience with ASX‑listed organisations.
• Strategic and operational thinker with strong execution discipline.
• Influential communicator able to engage with Boards, regulators, communities and technical teams.
• Leadership presence with ability to build high‑performing teams and drive accountability.
• Resilient, pragmatic and solutions‑oriented with strong judgement.
• High integrity with commitment to safe, ethical and responsible business practices.

What’s on Offer

• An opportunity to lead a growth‑focused company within a rapidly expanding sector.
• Competitive remuneration and performance‑based incentives.
• Equity participation aligned with long‑term value creation.
• The ability to shape corporate strategy and drive transformative outcomes.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and vision for leading a growth‑oriented resources company.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

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