Johan Van Huyssteen Mba, Pr.Eng, Pmp Email & Phone Number

Victor, Co, Us

Cripple Creek, Colorado, United States

Miami, Florida, United States

As a Vice President of Productivity, I provide operational and technical assistance to four mines in the South American region, covering Peru, Argentina, Suriname, and Mexico. I serve as a member of the Regional Investment Council and participate in various technical steering committees responsible for managing water resources, closure planning, promoting growth, and advancing strategic resource development. My role involves developing integrated strategies for various initiatives that align with business goals. I am also entrusted with the responsibility of efficiently executing delegated assignments in the absence of the Regional Senior Vice President, ensuring the seamless operation of mining activities in the region. Additionally, I am honored to serve as the global sponsor for the processing productivity stream, where I work diligently to enhance processing and metallurgical cooperation across the company. My commitment is to contribute to the success and sustainability of mining operations across South America.Key Accomplishments: ►Achieved over $200M per year in annual enhancements by spearheading a regional business improvement program centered on productivity improvements and swift adoption of best practices.►Conducted interviews and inspired staff to maximize productivity and harmonize organizational goals with the company's mission.►Guided enterprise-wide changes by modernizing processes and incorporating technological innovations to decrease inefficiencies and eradicate business obstacles.

Suriname, South America

In this role, I took charge of streamlining various aspects of personnel management, such as conducting employee reviews, organizing training sessions, creating schedules, and handling labor negotiations. I also played a role in implementing and ensuring compliance with internal policies to uphold operational responsiveness and efficiency within the organization. By evaluating ongoing performance, I identified improvement areas and recommended strategic changes in alignment with corporate objectives. Additionally, I oversaw the integration of new business governance and operational software systems, aiming to enhance insights and operational control. My dedication was to contribute to success and efficiency of operations.Key Accomplishments: ►Managed an annual budget of $300M by instituting measures to prevent overages, reduce the burn rate, and promote sustainability to attain the best possible financial results.►Led a substantial and diverse workforce, overseeing 1300 employees and 900 contractors to ensure a smooth workflow at an open pit oxide mine in South America.►Played a pivotal role in incorporating long-term goals into strategic decision-making by crafting insightful reports.►Increased productivity to 500,000 ounces per year by adhering to procedural guidelines and enhancing resource allocation.

Denver

As a Processing Director, I took the lead in managing the technical aspects of projects dealing with oxide-type ore in Africa and refractory-type ore in North America. In my role, I reported to the projects department, serving as a project manager for pre-feasibility and feasibility-level projects. I was assigned by the investment and value management department as a metallurgical subject matter expert on the corporate value assurance team. My focus was on contributing my expertise to ensure the success and value generation of our projects.Key Accomplishments:►Provided uninterrupted support to existing operations by engaging in due diligence studies and site optimization projects.►Acted as the metallurgical competent person (qualified person - QP) for resource and reserve declaration.

Ahafo Gold Mine, Ghana

During this tenure, I was responsible for managing a conventional gold plant in Ghana, West Africa, where I handled the day-to-day operations and maintenance. My duties included establishing team priorities, creating schedules, and closely monitoring performance to consistently meet or exceed predefined targets. I worked on refining ongoing business processes to ensure they were fully aligned with strategic goals and corporate vision. I also set productivity goals for employees and provided guidance to help them reach important milestones. In addition, I conducted site investigations to identify any issues and promptly escalated to ensure swift resolution. My dedication was aimed at contributing to the overall success and efficiency of operations in Ghana.Key Accomplishments:►Managed control over a $120M annual budget, guaranteeing fiscal responsibility and strategic resource allocation.►Directed quality initiatives to reduce overdue compliance activities and enhance operational compliance.►Enhanced the productivity of 220 employees through the implementation of company policies, protocols, work regulations, and disciplinary measures.►Elevated quality standards by taking charge of the maintenance and operations of a 2.3K tons per day gold processing plant.

In this role, I was at the forefront of designing, constructing, and operating pilot plants for testing new and innovative processes and technologies at Anglo Research in Johannesburg, South Africa. My main focus was to pinpoint the essential plans and resources needed to achieve specific project goals and objectives. I initiated and developed various projects, keeping a keen eye on cost management and performance monitoring. I also took on the role of providing comprehensive management for internal team, contractors, and vendors, making sure that everyone worked together smoothly and that projects were executed effectively.Key Accomplishments:►Oversaw the development and operation of pilot plants, showcasing skill in implementing groundbreaking processes and technologies.►Pinpointed and deployed essential plans and resources, harmonizing with project objectives and realizing intended results.►Exhibited adeptness in launching, cultivating, and overseeing projects, keeping a tight rein on expenses while guaranteeing top-notch performance.►Delivered outstanding leadership for a varied group of in-house staff, contractors, and suppliers, nurturing a cooperative and productive work atmosphere.

City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

During my role as a plant Manager, I established the Processing Auditing Function for AngloGold Metallurgical Technical Services in Orkney, South Africa. Thereafter I moved to Brakpan, I oversaw day-to-day operations of a sulfuric acid plant, which included supervising a pyrite roaster, and I closely monitored the following pyrite leaching and Merrill Crowe Plant processes. Additionally, I was in control of the overall management of the Metallurgical Projects and Services department, where my focus was on identifying resources and developing mining and reclamation plans.Key Accomplishments:►Established and steered the Processing Auditing Function, setting critical operational and efficiency benchmarks for AngloGold.►Administered a sulfuric acid plant, guaranteeing seamless functioning of the pyrite roaster and subsequent processing phases.►Administered a 100,000 tonnes per day carbon-in-leach plant, employing reclaimed tailings material as a feed source, showcasing remarkable operational prowess.►Guided the Metallurgical Projects and Services department, making substantial contributions to resource pinpointing and the formulation of strategic mining/reclamation plans.

Carletonville, Gauteng, South Africa

I advanced through several positions in the gold metallurgist development path at AngloGold in Carletonville, South Africa, starting as a Metallurgical Graduate and moving up to Senior Plant Metallurgist, Minerals Processing Engineer, and finally Superintendent. In these roles, I immersed myself in all operational and technical facets of conventional gold plant operations with a keen focus on processing optimization. This journey required me to develop a thorough understanding and management of the processes involved in gold metallurgy, which I used to ensure plant operations were both efficient and effective.Key Accomplishments:►Played a pivotal part in the operational and technical stewardship of conventional gold plant operations, making significant contributions to processing optimization.►Realized considerable enhancements in gold plant operations, capitalizing on an extensive comprehension of gold metallurgy to amplify efficiency and productivity.

Masters Of Business Administration (Mba), New Venture Creation And Information Tech

Bachelors In Engineering (B. Eng), Chemical Engineering (Minerals Processing)