Field Operations Manager - Saudi Arabia

About the role

Pronto AI is a global leader in commercializing autonomous vehicle (AV) technology, deploying Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS) that automate operations in mines, quarries, and construction sites worldwide. While much of the industry remains in R&D, we deliver real, production-ready autonomy that is already operating in the field. We are on a mission to make mining operations safer, smarter, and more efficient through cutting-edge technology, and we are building toward becoming the world's first profitable AV technology company.

Responsibilities

• Project Delivery & Leadership
• Deliver deployment activities according to agreed performance metrics
• Ensure successful integration of autonomous systems into production workflows
• Monitor project progress and escalate technical or operational risks
• Manage on-site field engineers and technicians
• Oversee scheduling, safety compliance, and overall team performance
• Coordinate site logistics and operational readiness
• Strategic Liaison
• Act as the central communication hub between the customer site and Pronto HQ, providing regular progress reports and escalating technical or operational blockers.
• Ensure customer commitments for infrastructure, equipment, and resources are met
• Operational Integration
• Work with customers to set up or modify existing operational processes to accommodate autonomous haulage.
• Lead the customer training programs on Pronto technology and manage the formal handover of the system to the mine's operations team.

Requirements

• 15+ years of direct mining experience with deep understanding of mine site operations and production cycles.
• 5-10 years in leadership roles (e.g., Site Superintendent, Fleet Manager, Maintenance Manager).
• Proven track record of actively participating in technology rollouts, such as autonomy, remote operations, telematics, or machine control systems.
• Deep understanding of how to transition a mine from manual to technology-assisted or autonomous operations.
• A degree in Mining Engineering is highly preferred.
• Comfortable working full-time on-site in mining environments.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for reporting to executive-level stakeholders at both the customer and Pronto.
• Why join us
• Work on real, production-deployed autonomy.
• Build technology that directly improves safety, efficiency, and productivity.
• Tackle complex challenges in demanding, real-world environments.
• Be part of a fast-moving team with high ownership and impact.
• See your work deployed and making a difference in the field.
• Collaborate closely with experienced engineers and industry operators.
• What else you need to know
• On-site role at a mining operation in Saudi Arabia.
• Accommodation provided during deployments.
• Mining rotation schedule (e.g., 2 weeks on-site followed by 1 week time off).
• Field-based role in rugged mine environments.
• Compliance with site-specific safety and health requirements.

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