Field Operations Lead, Sweden

KoBold Metals · Remote, Sweden · remote About the Role As the Field Operations Lead in Sweden, you will plan and execute field activities to meet business objectives while ensuring safety and environmental responsibility. You will report to the Field Operations Director North America & Europe and lead field operations for 1-3 projects per year across Sweden and potentially other Nordic or European jurisdictions. Responsibilities Plan Lead planning of complex exploration projects and moderate-scale development programs in Sweden, including drilling campaigns, electromagnetic surveys, and reconnaissance programs. Lead 1-3 concurrent projects of varying size, complexity, and jurisdiction, with accountability for planning and execution. Develop procurement strategies, including contractor selection, bid evaluation, benchmarking, and contract administration for Sweden-based programs. Conduct detailed project-level risk and hazard identification, risk assessments, mitigation plans, and critical control implementation, with attention to Swedish winter construction conditions. Lead project kick-offs with integrated teams and contractors, covering scope, execution strategy, and risk management. Contribute to data collection planning during Phase 4a of the Exploration Project Lifecycle. Generate creative field operations scenarios for efficient programs. Execute Lead end-to-end execution of assigned projects from mobilization through demobilization and closure. Provide strong leadership during changing field conditions, including Arctic and sub-Arctic weather events. Track and forecast production rates, spend profiles, and resource requirements. Manage and direct all field activities, including contractor performance evaluation, feedback, and improvement. Maintain daily contact with KoBold personnel and contractors while in the field. Close Lead site remediation and rehabilitation activities per Swedish regulatory standards. Lead contractor performance reviews and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement. Compliance and Stakeholder Engagement Ensure execution within regulatory compliance, monitoring, and reporting in accordance with Swedish mining and environmental legislation, EU regulations, and joint venture partner practices. Lead execution within Swedish permitting processes, land access agreements, community relations, third-party agreements, and joint venture requirements. Represent KoBold Metals with local Swedish stakeholders, including communities, landowners, municipal authorities, and environmental bodies. Process Improvement and Mentoring Create ways of working that support machine-learning-driven dynamic field programs. Mentor Field Operations Supervisors to ensure adherence to KoBold's systems, practices, and industry standards. Qualifications Required At least 12 years of experience in field operations in mineral exploration and mining, oil and gas, or a related industry. Advanced knowledge of construction methodology, including winter and frozen-ground construction relevant to Nordic operating environments. Strong understanding of procurement processes, rehabilitation and closure planning, and health and safety standards. Ability to manage and supervise KoBold staff and contractors on all aspects of field activities. Ability to design complex field programs and prepare complete and accurate deliverables. Ability to work in remote and isolated locations for extended periods of time. Must speak, read, and write in Swedish and English; valid First Aid Certification (Level 3 or Wilderness First Aid preferred). Preferred Recognized internally or externally as a subject matter expert in field operations across at least two operation types. Material understanding of data science products and their appropriate uses in exploration. Experience with Swedish and/or Nordic regulatory frameworks governing exploration operations. Experience working on projects with dedicated exploration teams, including Geologists and Data Scie