Managing Director - Base Metals

  • Date: 11 May 2026
  • Location: International
  • Work Type: Permanent / Full Time
  • Base Metals Explorer
  • North American Projects
Overview
Our client, a publicly listed explorer focused on North American base metals assets, is seeking a Managing Director to lead the business. The role will oversee all aspects of company management, exploration strategy, capital markets engagement and business development, with a clear mandate to advance a portfolio of high-potential projects and deliver long-term value for shareholders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute the company’s North American base metals exploration and growth strategy
  • Drive technical excellence across exploration, resource definition and project evaluation programs
  • Oversee financial management, reporting and cost control across all project activities
  • Lead engagement with investors, analysts, brokers and strategic partners to strengthen market presence and access to capital
  • Prepare and deliver corporate presentations, ASX announcements and investor communications
  • Identify and assess opportunities for M&A, joint ventures or asset-level transactions to support portfolio growth
  • Lead due diligence, commercial negotiations and transaction execution
  • Work closely with the Board to evaluate and implement financing strategies, including equity raisings, offtake partnerships and project-level funding
Qualifications & Experience
  • Tertiary qualification in a technical, engineering, finance or related discipline
  • Proven leadership within ASX-listed exploration or development-stage companies, ideally with exposure to North American base metals assets
  • Demonstrated track record in exploration strategy, asset advancement and capital markets engagement
  • Understanding of JORC frameworks, reporting requirements and corporate governance
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage across technical, financial and investor audiences
If the mentioned opportunity sounds interesting, we encourage you to apply using the provided link. Alternatively, resume applications and enquiries can be directed to Dan McComb via dan.mccomb@ironcoveglobal.com or +61 415 400 083.

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