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About the Role

Pronto AI is a global leader in autonomous vehicle (AV) technology, deploying Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS) in mining, quarrying, and construction. The company's mission is to enhance safety, intelligence, and efficiency in mining operations. The Field Operations Manager will lead the on-site deployment of Pronto's AHS at a mining operation in Saudi Arabia. This role serves as a key liaison between Pronto's technology teams and the customer's mine operations, ensuring successful implementation and integration into daily production activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver deployment activities in line with agreed performance metrics.
• Ensure the successful integration of autonomous systems into production workflows.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and escalate technical or operational risks.
• Manage and lead on-site field engineers and technicians.
• Oversee scheduling, safety compliance, and overall team performance.
• Coordinate site logistics and ensure operational readiness.
• Act as the primary communication channel between the customer site and Pronto HQ, providing regular progress reports and escalating blockers.
• Ensure customer commitments for infrastructure, equipment, and resources are met.
• Collaborate with customers to establish or modify operational processes for autonomous haulage.
• Lead customer training programs on Pronto technology and manage the formal handover of the system to the mine's operations team.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience.
• Over 15 years of direct mining experience, with a comprehensive understanding of mine site operations and production cycles.
• 5 to 10 years in leadership roles, such as Site Superintendent, Fleet Manager, or Maintenance Manager.
• Proven experience participating in technology rollouts, including autonomy, remote operations, telematics, or machine control systems.
• Deep understanding of the process for transitioning a mine from manual to technology-assisted or autonomous operations.

Required Skills

• Project Delivery
• Leadership and Team Management
• Risk Management (Technical and Operational)
• Scheduling and Logistics Coordination
• Safety Compliance
• Communication (Verbal and Written)
• Reporting
• Customer Relationship Management
• Process Improvement
• Training Program Management
• Expertise in Mine Site Operations and Production Cycles
• Familiarity with Technology Rollouts, Autonomous Systems Integration, Remote Operations, Telematics, and Machine Control Systems
• Experience in Transitioning to Autonomous Operations

Work Environment and Logistics

This is a full-time, on-site role based at a mining operation in Saudi Arabia. The position requires full-time presence in mining environments. Accommodation will be provided during deployments. The role operates on a mining rotation schedule, typically involving periods on-site followed by time off. This field-based role demands adaptability to rugged mine environments and strict adherence to site-specific safety and health requirements.