We are SGS – The world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Our Metallurgy & Consulting group is searching for a Group Manager with effective people management skills and technical expertise. SGS is a global leader in providing laboratory testing for the mining sector. This role will involve managing technical professionals who are responsible for conducting bench-scale and pilot-scale metallurgical testing for a wide range of commodities including base metals, precious metals, platinum group elements, critical minerals, bulk commodities, and recycling materials.  

1) People Management

• Staff Leadership & Development:
  • Direct, plan, organize, and motivate staff, ensuring training needs are met.
  • Set goals, review performance, and assess training needs annually.
  • Mentor and train professionals; ensure effective training programs covering quality, technical skills, and performance.
  • Identify and train potential backups.
  • Manage and mentor the technical team, identifying strengths and addressing weaknesses.
• Staffing & Resource Optimization:
  • Optimize staff levels/shifts for SGS standards in production, quality, and financial performance.
  • Monitor throughput and performance; approve overtime and add staff based on workload and financial viability.
  • Drive recruitment efforts with a plan to increase headcount by 25%+.
  • Communicate hiring needs to senior management.

2) Business Development

• Strategic Vision & Financial Stewardship:
  • Generate a clear, strategic vision in collaboration with senior management.
  • Develop division strategies with a focus on strategic growth initiatives.
  • Support global business growth strategies.
  • Accountable for financial performance, maintaining existing business, and driving growth.
  • Manage a multi-million-dollar budget with a 10% annual growth target.
  • Acquire resources and manage capital for business objectives.
• Client Engagement & Performance Delivery:
  • Ensure customer expectations are met.
  • Ensure bench-scale and pilot-scale testwork are delivered to achieve client satisfaction.
  • Monitor and report weekly production status to confirm business targets are met.
  • Demonstrate business development proficiency and strong interpersonal skills.

3) Other

• Operational Requirements, Compliance & Quality Assurance:
  • Travel, consulting, ad hoc projects, and extended hours may be required.
  • Ensure data quality, methodologies, and execution comply with accreditations.
  • Implement Health & Safety (H&S) and compliance standards.

• Education: University degree (Bachelor’s or Graduate degree) in Chemical Engineering, Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, Hydrometallurgy, Mining Engineering or in a related science or engineering discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience in the minerals industry or an equivalent combination of education and industrial experience.
• Experience in metallurgical testwork including flowsheet, development, laboratory scale and pilot plant programs.
• Excellent verbal and written English, with French being an asset.
• Ability to write complex technical reports.
• Possess ability to generate a clear, elaborate, strategic vision.
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• The ability to manage technical staff and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment is essential.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to multi-task.
• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer & business software, along with information management applications (e.g., MS Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Candidates must also have expert-knowledge of Project Management methodologies and have demonstrated experience in the use of this, together with Project Management software (such as MS Project or similar).

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.

Compensation: Salary - $150,000 - $175,000 per year + competitive incentive bonus. 

Benefit highlights:

• Comprehensive benefit coverage. 
• Company matching RRSP contributions. 
• Work life balance with limited travel. 
• Enhanced vacation entitlement.