Regional Lead – Asset Management

About the role

First Quantum is seeking a Regional Lead for Asset Management to provide strategic leadership and expert guidance across its operations. You will drive the optimisation of maintenance practices, enhance asset reliability and support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the region.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement best‑practice frameworks for maintenance and asset management.
• Align asset strategies with organisational goals, industry standards and sustainability targets.
• Coach and influence cross‑functional teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Lead change‑management initiatives and long‑term strategic planning for asset lifecycle management.
• Oversee performance metrics, reporting and data‑driven decision making.

Required profile

• 10–15 years of progressive experience in maintenance or asset management.
• Proven leadership in cross‑functional environments and change management.
• Strategic thinker with a visionary approach to asset lifecycle optimisation.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.

Required skills

• CMMS proficiency
• Reliability engineering
• Predictive, preventive and condition‑based maintenance techniques
• Statistical analysis and failure prediction
• Lean and Kaizen methodology implementation