Nevada Copper (TSX:NCU) is a copper producer and owner of the Pumpkin Hollow copper project. Located in Nevada, USA, Pumpkin Hollow has substantial reserves and resources including copper, gold, and silver. Its two fully permitted projects include the high-grade underground mine and processing facility, which is now in the production stage, and a large-scale open pit project, which is advancing towards feasibility status.

Purpose of the Position:

The Head of IT position is responsible for oversight and management of information technology (IT) functions for all Nevada Copper locations.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provides leadership to the Information technology team
• Develops IT departmental strategy and tactical plans
• Leads the interface with all information technology (IT) consultants, service providers and vendors to support the ERP and other operational systems
• Performs IT risk management
• Ensuring IT strategies and processes support company-wide goals
• Plan, initiate, and manage information technology projects based on technology roadmaps for the business
• Serve as liaison between business and technical aspects of projects
• Builds and manages cybersecurity program
• Collaborate with other departments to develop technology solutions fit for purpose
• Develops and manages Opex and capex IT budget
• Manage information technology projects or systems activities; ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope
• Develop and manage work breakdown structure (WBS) of information technology projects
• Implement Information Technology best practices based on ITIL, COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST etc. frameworks.
• Recommends additions or enhancements to the company s hardware and software environment to provide highest cost/benefits efficiency
• Coordinates the architecture and integration of the company s information technology systems
• Ensures compatibility, interoperability, and integration of in-house and cloud-based computing systems
• Manages the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development, upgrade, and support of all IT systems, including servers, PC s operating systems, hardware, software, and peripherals
• Designs server and security audits, system backup procedures, and other recovery processes in accordance with the company s disaster recovery and business continuity strategies
• Benchmarks, analyzes, reports on, and makes recommendations for the improvement and growth of the IT infrastructure and IT systems
• Develops all IT policies and procedures
• Implements and manages IT hardware and software asset management
• Develops and implement an IT disaster recovery and business continuity plan

Knowledge/Education:

The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• A Bachelor s Degree (B.A./B.S.) in Computer Science or related field;
• Eight (8) to ten (10) years related experience in managing enterprise resource planning systems e.g SAP, D365, Oracle, database administration, cloud administration, networking and user support and/or training;
• Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft Azure Cloud, Office 365, Windows server, and client operating systems
• Proven experience in IT/ OT infrastructure planning and implementation
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet pressing deadlines
• Team player that can demonstrate the ability of past experience with a large project team

Skills/Abilities:

The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

• Ability to facilitate collaboration and interaction with individuals and groups including contractor partners
• Decisive project management ability
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and active listening skills
• Effective analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with all levels of internal employees and external stakeholders
• Highly effective organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one, small, and large group settings
• Ability to take initiative and work independently in a results-oriented environment
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems

Personal Attributes:

The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

• Build Trust and Respect
• Commitment – Strive for excellence in yourself, Nevada Copper and the community.
• Alignment – Safely working together to successfully execute the business plan
• Performance – Accountability at all levels in order to deliver quality results.

Physical Demands:

The incumbent must demonstrate the following physical demands:

• Lift and potentially carry up to 50 lbs.
• Operate a vehicle with a valid driver s license
• Climb stairwells and be capable of working on elevated platforms
• Walk on uneven ground
• Periodically work in adverse weather conditions
• Sit for extended periods of time
• Stay alert during periods of inactivity
• The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
• The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hand, and wrists.

Work Schedule and Personal Protective Equipment:

The incumbent works a 40 hour/week schedule. Position may require weekend or evening work depending on organizational and operational requirements. Ability to work extended hours as operational needs require to support projects. Personal Protective Equipment required for this position includes, but is not limited to, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots. All equipment must be MSHA approved as applicable.

Benefits/Culture:

Nevada Copper has some of the best employees in the industry. To retain top talent, we offer some of the best benefits in the industry. Some of the benefits we offer are listed below:

• Full Benefits package
• 401k
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Vacation and Holiday PTO