Principal (Partner) - Metals and Mining- Sub-Saharan Africa

Principal (Partner) – Metals & Mining | South Africa

About dss+

At dss+, you don’t just deliver projects - you help save lives, improve performance, and build a more sustainable future.
We are a purpose-led global consultancy partnering with organisations in high-risk and asset-intensive industries to solve complex operational challenges across safety, operational excellence, and sustainability. With a heritage rooted in DuPont’s industrial operations, we combine deep expertise, practical problem-solving, and digital innovation to deliver measurable and lasting impact for our clients.

Why This Role

This is a senior leadership role focused on growing our Metals & Mining business in South Africa and across the region.
You will work with leading mining organisations to deliver transformation at scale, improving safety, strengthening operational performance, and advancing sustainability outcomes. As a key member of the leadership team, you will drive client growth, shape strategic engagements, and play a critical role in expanding our presence within this priority industry.

Why This Industry – Metals & Mining

Mining & Metals is a critical industry underpinning the global economy and energy transition.
At dss+, we partner with organisations to improve safety, reduce environmental impact, and strengthen governance, delivering measurable impact across operations and communities. This is a key growth area where we support clients to increase production of critical minerals while advancing sustainability and social outcomes.

Your Impact at dss+

You will play a key leadership role in growing our business and delivering transformational impact for clients. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will shape strategic engagements, develop market opportunities, and lead high-performing teams across complex consulting programmes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving business development and expanding strategic client relationships across the Metals & Mining sector

• Leading large-scale consulting engagements and ensuring delivery excellence and measurable impact

• Developing and managing a strong pipeline of opportunities within South Africa and broader Africa markets

• Engaging with C-suite stakeholders and senior leadership teams

• Leading and developing consulting teams, building capability and high performance

• Contributing to industry positioning, thought leadership, and market growth

• Supporting the development of methodologies, offerings, and strategic initiatives within Metals & Mining

What You’ll Experience at dss+

Deliver on our Purpose
Be part of a values-led organisation where your work helps save lives, improve performance, and advance sustainability for our clients and their people.

Develop your Trusted Expertise
Gain autonomy and accountability, working closely with senior clients on complex, high-impact challenges.

Thrive in a Culture of Respect
Join an inclusive and collaborative environment where your voice is valued, your curiosity is encouraged, and your wellbeing is supported.

Shape your Career
Accelerate your development through hands-on leadership experience, global collaboration, and opportunities to shape market growth.

Who You Are

You bring strong analytical thinking, a strategic mindset, and the ability to operate effectively in complex, international environments. You are confident engaging senior stakeholders, leading teams, and delivering meaningful impact in high-risk operational settings.

Experience

• Significant experience in management consulting and/or mining operations environments

• Deep expertise within the Metals & Mining sector

• Proven track record leading large-scale transformation programmes

• Strong experience developing client relationships and driving business growth

• Experience across safety, operational performance, sustainability, or operational excellence

Capabilities

• Strong commercial and strategic capability

• Ability to influence and engage C-suite and executive stakeholders

• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development experience

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to drive growth in a dynamic market

Education & Languages

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA advantageous

• Fluency in English required

Mobility

• Willingness to travel across South Africa and internationally as required

Growth & Benefits

We invest in your development and success through:

• Structured leadership development and learning programmes

• Mentorship from senior leaders and industry experts

• Opportunities to work on high-impact, international engagements

• Competitive salary, Equity, performance-based bonus, and comprehensive benefits

• Flexible working policies

A Bit More About Us

We are implementers and change-makers. Our teams work from the boardroom to the site, helping organisations build resilience, improve performance, and sustain results over time. Our expertise spans industries including metals and mining, energy, chemicals, manufacturing, and private equity, combining deep operational knowledge with transformation and capability-building expertise.

Diversity & Inclusion

dss+ is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. We believe diversity strengthens our organisation and drives better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.