Refinery Manager

Refinery Manager - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia About Saudi Gold Refinery Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is a Saudi mining and precious-metals company specialized in the refining of gold and precious metals, bullion production, and value-added precious-metal services. Operating within the Kingdom's mining value chain, SGR is aligned to the Vision 2030 mining pillar and to the regulatory framework set by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) and applicable Saudi and international standards. We produce responsibly sourced, traceable, and certified bullion, operate to LBMA Good Delivery and ISO-aligned quality standards, and invest in the people, processes, and controls behind every bar we produce. Role Overview Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is seeking a Refinery Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to lead the operational execution of our gold refining and bullion production facilities. This role ensures the safe and efficient conversion of dore bars and recyclable feed into LBMA Good Delivery standard products while maintaining strict regulatory compliance. The manager will oversee all aspects of plant operations, including process metallurgy, assay laboratory performance, and precious metal inventory control. The Refinery Manager will report directly to the Refinery Director and will play a key role in optimizing refining yields and ensuring operational excellence. This position demands a leader who can uphold the highest standards of safety and quality while contributing to SGR's strategic position in the Saudi mining value chain. Key Responsibilities The Refinery Manager will be responsible for the following key areas of operational leadership and technical oversight. Production Operations Management The role directs daily refining activities including Miller chlorination and Wohlwill electrolytic processes to meet production schedules and quality targets. Safety and Environmental Compliance This position enforces strict adherence to permit-to-work and lockout/tagout systems while managing the safe handling of hazardous chemicals and environmental emissions. Quality Assurance and Laboratory Oversight The manager oversees the fire assay laboratory to ensure all bullion products meet LBMA Good Delivery and SASO standards before release. Inventory Control and Reconciliation This role maintains precise precious metal inventory records through daily reconciliation of input dore against output bullion and process losses. Maintenance and Asset Integrity The position collaborates with the maintenance team to ensure critical refining equipment operates reliably and unplanned downtime is minimized. Workforce Development and Leadership The manager leads shift teams and develops technical competencies for operators and technicians in line with Saudization and training goals. Regulatory and Audit Compliance This role ensures all operations comply with Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources regulations and…