Operating Principle – Private Equity – Oil/Gas/Mining

Operating Principle – Private Equity - Toronto - Oil/Gas/Mining About the Opportunity: Our client, a Toronto-based Private Equity firm, is seeking an accomplished

Operating principle - with a proven track record of success in Oil/Gas/Mining.

This is a unique opportunity for a strategic and hands‑on operations leader to drive growth, operational excellence, and organizational transformation within a rapidly evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead operational strategy, performance optimization, and large-scale transformation initiatives across the organization.

Partner closely with the PE firm to support value creation plans and accelerate business growth.

Oversee end-to-end operations in alignment with the company’s long-term strategic objectives.

Implement operational frameworks, performance metrics, and governance models to support scalability.

Education & Skills

Master’s degree in Engineering (MSc) and/or MBA

strongly preferred.

Must have Private Equity experience.

Must have Management Consulting experience.

Must have prior experience as

VP of Operations (or equivalent senior operations leadership role)

within the

oil & gas, mining, or broader energy sector .

If you are interested, please contact Ben Lamarche at blamarche@locksearchgroup.com. Thank you in advance for your interest, only individuals deemed to have the skill set and experience to fit the role will be contacted. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. Our policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

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