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REFINERY GENERAL MANAGER & COMMISSIONING LEADER This position is being advertised to fill an existing vacancy. Reports to: Corporate head office. Compensation: Highly competitive package including performance bonus, relocation support, and equity participation. ABOUT ELECTRA BATTERY MATERIALS Electra is a leader in advancing North Americas critical minerals supply chain for lithium-ion batteries. The Companys primary focus is constructing North Americas only cobalt sulfate refinery, as part of a phased strategy to onshore critical minerals refining and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains. Refinery construction is advancing in 2026, with mechanical completion targeted for Q2 2027 and commissioning/ramp-up in late 20262027. In addition to the Refinery, Electra holds a significant land package in Idahos Cobalt Belt, including its Iron Creek project and surrounding properties, positioning the Company as a potential cornerstone for North American cobalt and copper production. Electra is also advancing opportunities in nickel refining and battery recycling. PRIMARY OBJECTIVE Electra is seeking a senior hydrometallurgical leader to support the commissioning and ramp-up of its hydrometallurgical refinery in Temiskaming Shores, Ontario, Canada. Funded by the U.S. and Canadian governments, the refinery will produce a batterygrade cobalt sulfate product for industrial and defence battery applications. The successful candidate will lead commissioning and stabilize core process circuits, particularly solvent extraction (SX) and crystallization, while establishing the operating discipline and internal capability required for sustained, onspec production. In Year 2, a phase 2 expansion is contemplated to increase production from 5,120 tpa to 6,500 tpa of cobalt contained in sulfate to align with crystallizer nameplate capacity. This role carries full accountability for operational readiness, rampup performance, and earlystage plant stability. SUCCESS PROFILE The ideal candidate is a seasoned hydrometallurgical operator with a proven track record of leading commissioning and startup of complex processing facilities. This individual brings direct, handson experience stabilizing solvent extraction and crystallization circuits and delivering consistent, onspec production in demanding environments. We seek a practical, datadriven leader who can translate complex process behavior into clear operating discipline. The candidate must be comfortable working in a startup environment where conditions evolve rapidly and decisions must be made with incomplete information. They should build strong teams, set high standards, and lead from the front in demanding operating environments. They should be equally effective at troubleshooting in the plant and developing systems, processes, and people to support sustained commercial operations. The ideal candidate shows an unwavering commitment to safety, operational excellence, and product quality, and is motivated by the opportunity to build and scale a strategically important asset in North Americas critical minerals supply chain. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the transition from construction through cold, hot, and wet commissioning, ensuring full system readiness and effective resolution of punchlist items. Establish and maintain a zeroharm safety culture, ensuring all activities meet or exceed regulatory and corporate standards. Stabilize and optimize core process circuits, including leach, solvent extraction (SX), and crystallization, to achieve design throughput, recovery, and product quality targets. Diagnose and resolve complex operational issues, particularly within SX and crystallization systems, and define sustainable operating windows. Deliver consistent production of batterygrade cobalt sulfate meeting customer specifications. Build and implement operating discipline through SOPs, process playbooks, and structured training programs. Recruit, develop, and lead a highperforming operations team, including operators, supervisors, and metallurgical staff. Drive continuous improvement across recovery, cost performance, reagent consumption, and overall plant efficiency. Collaborate with technical, maintenance, and laboratory teams to establish robust process control and metallurgical accounting practices. Support preparation for future expansion and longterm operational scaleup. Other duties as assigned by management. QUALIFICATIONS Education Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering degree, with hydrometallurgical experience required. Experience 15+ years in hydrometallurgical processing, refinery operations, or commissioning. Proven commissioning/startup leadership in SX, crystallization, or related chemical/metals circuits. Experience bringing a plant from construction through commissioning and rampup to stable commercial production. Experience managing product quality for batterygrade or other highpurity chemical products. Experience leading plant teams in a startup or turnaround environment. Experience with cobalt, nickel, copper, or analogous refinery systems (zinc, rare earths, or highpurity chemicals). Leadership & Operating Style Handson, plantfocused leader with strong troubleshooting instincts. Datadriven decision maker with strong process control and troubleshooting skill. Able to translate complex process behavior into clear operating guidance. Experienced in building earlystage operating teams and instilling discipline. Calm and effective in startup environments with evolving conditions. WHY JOIN ELECTRA BATTERY MATERIALS This is a rare opportunity to lead the commissioning and startup of North Americas only cobalt sulfate refinery, a strategically important asset supported by the U.S. and Canadian governments. You will play a central role in bringing this asset into operation, shaping its operating culture, and establishing the foundation for longterm success and future expansion. Benefits include: A highly competitive compensation package, including performance incentives and equity participation. The opportunity to build and lead a team from the ground up. Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decisionmaking. A missiondriven environment focused on advancing North Americas energy security and industrial capacity. We are an equalopportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and decisions to hire or promote will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr