Our culture
When talented people are given the freedom to think independently, challenge convention and act on their best ideas: extraordinary things can be achieved.
Decision makers at every level
Our culture emphasizes self-reliance and simple hard work.
It is nimble, enabling us to make decisions quickly, encouraging innovation as we build and operate our assets to maximize their potential, for ourselves, society and the communities in which we work.
Bolder, smarter,
driven, together.
Bolder
Challenges are faced head on with adaptive and forward thinking. We build and operate our projects in countries others deemed too hard to enter and in environments they felt were too inaccessible. We forge our own path instead of following the beaten track.
Smarter
Innovation is deeply embedded into our Company’s foundational framework. Our curiosity fosters a culture of continuous learning, challenges conventions and drives innovation as a means of enhancing our performance, achieving operational excellence and delivering long-term value. It transforms our business as we help create a greener economy for the future.
Driven
We’re focused on achieving the goals we set for ourselves. It’s integral to who we are, as people who get things done with a clear focus on reaching the end goal and finding the best way to get there. We are motivated to enhance our performance, fostering a culture of continuous learning and challenging the status quo.
Together
We are stronger together and with a shared vision to achieve our full potential. Whether it’s through our collaboration to innovate and find better ways of working, or in our interactions with society and local communities in the places that we work, we know that we work best when we all take part, together.
“A strong focus on resilience and adaptability is in our DNA. We take on challenges with an adaptive mindset – it empowers us to reinvent mining as a force of good in the world.”
Rudi Badenhorst,
Chief Operating Officer
“At our core is an entrepreneurial spirit. Individuals are encouraged to re-imagine, challenge & then implement change.”
Anthony Mukutuma,
Director, Zambia
“First Quantum’s projects are exciting and fast paced, this energy defines us and drives us all to achieve more. We deliver on ambitious goals.”
Sean Egner,
Project Manager
“Success is seldom achieved in isolation, and we’re no exception. Together, we seek meaningful ways to work, to improve lives and to build a brighter future.”
Steven Lewis,
Manager, Project Development
Responsible
mining
We are expert responsible miners with a unique approach and a proven track record. We focus on extracting materials that are vital to society. We know we can only succeed when we respect and look after the people and places where we operate.
Find a career,
not a job
We hire and train experts, helping every colleague to achieve their full potential. Our lean culture provides the freedom to help us grow and shape our own careers. If you’re looking to start your career, we have fantastic learning opportunities. Careers at First Quantum are as diverse as the locations we work in around the world.
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