Head of IT / OT

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At Eramet, we are convinced that the world needs metals produced by a responsible mining industry.

We are facing the greatest challenge in our history : to make a success of the energy and ecological transition and re-establish the conditions for lasting harmony between man and the Earth.

We share this conviction with our Group's 10,700 employees around the world, who are committed to making Eramet a benchmark in the responsible transformation of the Earth's mineral resources, for the benefit of all.

Join Eramet and become the new face of mining!

Head of IT / OT

Position Reference : 44758

Location : Salta, AR

Contract type : Permanent

Eramine Sudamérica SA is a subsidiary of Eramet, a global French mining and metallurgical group. It is located in the Salar Centenario Ratones, at 3,800 meters above sea level, in the Los Andes department, Salta province, Argentina. Exploration activities began 12 years ago and, at the end of 2019, our pilot plant began operating, providing a demonstration of the quality of the final lithium carbonate product, with more than 90% direct extraction efficiency.

Head of IT / OT (Description)

The Head of IT / OT is primarily responsible for the strategic management of all digital systems, including enterprise information technology, IT infrastructure, OT systems, process control, and full plant automation.

They will lead and manage the digital solutions of a 100% automated plant, ensuring performance, safety, reliability, and compliance with environmental standards, in line with the Group’s Information Systems strategy and operational needs.

Hierarchical Reporting : CTO of Eramine

Functional Reporting : CIO of the Eramet Group

Location : Salta.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership and Governance : Define and implement the company’s digital and technology strategy, optimizing automation, security, and sustainability, and establishing standards, policies, and processes in extreme environments.
• Team Management : Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team (35 people) in IT, OT, automation, digitalization, and cybersecurity, fostering innovation, continuous training, and a strong culture of operations and safety.
• Financial and Project Management : Oversee operational and technology project budgets, ensuring their execution on time, within cost, and to scope.
• IT and OT Infrastructure : Oversee the fully automated infrastructure (industrial networks, SCADA, PLCs, IoT), ensuring the stability, security, and resilience of critical systems.
• Digital Transformation and Automation : Introduce Industry 4.0 technologies (AI, predictive maintenance, advanced analytics), support full process automation, and provide support in key functional areas.
• Cybersecurity, Data, Safety, and Compliance : Implement cybersecurity and data governance strategies, ensure safe and reliable operations, and guarantee compliance with environmental, regulatory, and safety standards in lithium mining.

Your Profile

Excellent communication skills, innovative mindset, and ability to anticipate technological trends; resilience, autonomy, and adaptability; results, service, and organizational orientation.

Every day at Eramet, we strive to be a responsible player in the mining industry and to reduce our environmental footprint. If you’re looking for a dynamic, inclusive, and international work environment, join us and become the new face of mining!

With a presence on five continents and more than 70 nationalities, Eramet is by nature a diverse group. Convinced that diversity is an asset, we are committed to welcoming all talents, regardless of gender, disability, age, social or cultural background, or sexual orientation. We guarantee all our employees support and development opportunities throughout their careers.

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