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AI Solutions Lead – Mining Operations
Noavaran
Dubai, UAE
Full Time
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1 months ago
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About the Role
A technology-driven mining environment seeks an experienced AI Solutions Lead to drive AI strategy and implementation across mining operations.
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Machine LearningPredictive AnalyticsComputer VisionData EngineeringIntelligent AutomationProject Management
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of AI strategies aligned with mining operational and business objectives
- Identify opportunities for AI deployment across exploration, extraction, processing, maintenance, logistics, safety, and environmental monitoring
- Collaborate with mining engineers, geologists, and operational teams to define high value use cases and technical requirements
- Oversee the design, implementation, testing, and deployment of AI and machine learning solutions
- Develop predictive maintenance systems to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
- Lead initiatives involving computer vision, autonomous systems, digital twins, and intelligent monitoring technologies
- Evaluate emerging AI technologies and assess their applicability to mining operations
- Manage project timelines, budgets, vendors, and technology partners
- Coordinate data acquisition, integration, governance, and quality management initiatives required for AI projects
- Establish performance metrics and continuously evaluate the effectiveness and business impact of AI deployments
- Promote AI literacy and support organizational adoption through training, workshops, and stakeholder engagement
- Ensure AI initiatives comply with operational, regulatory, ethical, cybersecurity, and safety requirements
Requirements
- Minimum BA/BSc or MA/MSc in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Mining Engineering, or related field
- At least 5 years of experience in AI, data science, digital transformation, or advanced technology implementation
- Strong understanding of machine learning, predictive analytics, computer vision, data engineering, and intelligent automation
- Experience leading technology implementation projects from concept through deployment
- Knowledge of mining operations, mineral processing, asset management, or industrial systems is highly desirable
- Experience working with operational technology (OT), IoT systems, industrial sensors, and enterprise platforms
- Strong project management, budgeting, and stakeholder management skills
- Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage
Full Job Posting
About the Job
- We are seeking an experienced, forward thinking AI Solutions Lead – Mining Operations to drive the identification, development, and implementation of artificial intelligence solutions across mining activities.
- The successful candidate will lead initiatives that leverage AI, machine learning, predictive analytics, computer vision, and intelligent automation to improve operational efficiency, safety, sustainability, resource optimization, and decision making throughout the mining value chain.
- This is a strategic and hands on role working closely with mining engineers, geologists, operations teams, technology providers, data scientists, and executive leadership to transform operational challenges into scalable AI driven solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of AI strategies aligned with mining operational and business objectives.
- Identify opportunities for AI deployment across exploration, extraction, processing, maintenance, logistics, safety, and environmental monitoring.
- Collaborate with mining engineers, geologists, and operational teams to define high value use cases and technical requirements.
- Oversee the design, implementation, testing, and deployment of AI and machine learning solutions.
- Develop predictive maintenance systems to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Lead initiatives involving computer vision, autonomous systems, digital twins, and intelligent monitoring technologies.
- Evaluate emerging AI technologies and assess their applicability to mining operations.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, vendors, and technology partners.
- Coordinate data acquisition, integration, governance, and quality management initiatives required for AI projects.
- Establish performance metrics and continuously evaluate the effectiveness and business impact of AI deployments.
- Promote AI literacy and support organizational adoption through training, workshops, and stakeholder engagement.
- Ensure AI initiatives comply with operational, regulatory, ethical, cybersecurity, and safety requirements.
Qualifications
- Minimum BA/BSc or MA/MSc in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in AI, data science, digital transformation, or advanced technology implementation, preferably within mining, energy, industrial, or heavy asset environments.
- Strong understanding of machine learning, predictive analytics, computer vision, data engineering, and intelligent automation technologies.
- Experience leading technology implementation projects from concept through deployment.
- Knowledge of mining operations, mineral processing, asset management, or industrial systems is highly desirable.
- Experience working with operational technology (OT), IoT systems, industrial sensors, and enterprise platforms.
- Strong project management, budgeting, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non technical audiences.
- Experience building cross functional teams and collaborating with external technology providers and research institutions.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
- Fluency in English; additional languages are considered an advantage.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to lead transformative AI initiatives within a technology driven mining environment.
- A collaborative team of engineers, technology specialists, researchers, and operational leaders.
- Competitive compensation and access to advanced digital technologies and innovation resources.
- Opportunities to work on high impact projects involving AI, automation, predictive analytics, and smart mining systems.
- Support for professional development, certifications, conferences, and industry events.
- Exposure to cutting edge mining technologies and emerging industry innovations.
How to Apply
- Please submit CV (max 2 pages), Cover Letter (1 page), Portfolio or summary of relevant projects, and two professional references to farhang@parsikia.ir with subject line 'AI Solutions Lead – Mining Operations'.
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