Country Director - Canada

ABOUT THIESS

ROLE OVERVIEW

Thiess is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Country Director - Canada to lead and grow our operations across the region. Based in either Sudbury or Toronto, this executive leadership role will be responsible for strategic growth, client engagement, and the continued expansion of Thiess’ presence in Canada. The initial focus will be to win new work and progressively take on operations responsibility as the number of active projects grows. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead Thiess's Canada Strategy with a focus on growth and client value delivery
• Provide executive leadership across multiple projects and business initiatives within the region 
• Partner closely with New Work and executive leadership teams to identify and pursue strategic growth opportunities  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry stakeholders, and key partners across the mining sector.
• Drive safe, efficient, and cost-effective operational performance aligned with contractual and financial objectives 
• Oversee operational planning, resource allocation, and performance management to ensure delivery against targets and business objectives 
• Champion a proactive safety culture through visible leadership and an unwavering commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of employees, contractors, and partners across all operations

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

• Executive leadership experience within mining preferred, heavy industrial operations may be considered  
  • Demonstrated success leading geographically dispersed teams and complex operations 
  • Experience managing large-scale operational teams and multiple business priorities
  • Demonstrated experience in operational leadership, project delivery, and commercial management  
• Strong understanding of mining operations, project delivery and operational planning, ideally both in open pit and underground operations 
• Proven experience expanding business presence into new international markets 
• Commercially astute with strong financial, contractual, and business development capabilities 
• Portfolio optimization and asset evaluation experience
• Ability to influence executive and client leadership levels 
• Competence in financial and mine planning  
• Proficient commercial and contractual acumen   
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities 
• Cost control and financial accounting skills  
• Passion for people leadership, team development, and succession planning  
• Experience Driving safety culture and operational excellence in high-risk environments  
• Adaptable, collaborative, and solutions-oriented leadership style 
• Strong capability in leading high-stakes negotiations for large-scale transactions, including pricing, volume commitments, risk allocation, and long-term agreements
• Ability to represent the company externally at senior industry, investor, and government forums to advance commercial objectives
• Authorization to work in Canada without sponsorship required
• Fluent in English; French language capability considered an asset  

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline preferred  
• PMP or equivalent project leadership certification considered an asset  

WHAT WE OFFER

• A values-driven culture built on safety, integrity, accountability, collaboration, and innovation  
• Competitive executive compensation package and annual incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
• Career growth opportunities across Canada and globally 
• The opportunity to help shape the future of mining in North America 

The salary range for this role is minimum $270,000 to a maximum of $300,000 CAD. The salary range is provided in good faith and is representative of all experience levels. Thiess considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills and is ultimately determined at management’s discretion.

 Thiess is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace culture where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success and are committed to creating an environment where everyone thrives and is protected from harm. 

 Thiess is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. Thiess is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. Thiess will engage in reasonable workplace accommodation, short of undue hardship, for any successful candidate who has a documented exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code. 

 Thiess offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by Thiess regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose Thiess as your employer of choice.  

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