Eric Duarte

Vice-President of Operations

Professional Overview
Eric Duarte is a seasoned operations executive with over 15 years of experience in the mining and resource extraction industry. As the Vice-President of Operations at Jaguar Mining Inc., he oversees all aspects of the company's production, logistics, and infrastructure management. Duarte's expertise spans mine planning, project management, and operational excellence, allowing him to drive sustainable growth and maximize efficiencies across diverse mining operations.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As Vice-President of Operations at Jaguar Mining Inc., Duarte is responsible for leading the company's end-to-end operational strategy, ensuring seamless production, and driving continuous improvements. He manages a team of over 500 employees and contractors, while also serving as a strategic advisor to the executive leadership team. Under his guidance, Jaguar Mining has achieved record production levels, reduced operational costs by 12%, and implemented innovative safety protocols that have contributed to a 25% decrease in lost-time incidents.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Duarte held various leadership positions within the mining industry, including Senior Project Manager at Anfield Gold, Partner Director/Consultant at Minera Engenharia, Mine and Planning Manager at Nexa Resources, and Mine Infrastructure Manager at Vale. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a track record of driving operational excellence, optimizing resource allocation, and leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects to successful completion.

Academic Background
Duarte holds a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering from the Federal University of Minas Gerais, where he graduated with distinction. He also completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) program from the University of São Paulo, with a focus on strategic operations management.

Areas of Expertise

• Mine planning and operations management

• Project and program management

• Supply chain optimization and logistics

• Safety and environmental compliance

• Financial and operational performance analysis

• Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Nexa Resources, Duarte led the design and implementation of a state-of-the-art mine infrastructure project that increased production capacity by 18% and reduced maintenance costs by 22%. At Vale, he spearheaded the development of a comprehensive mine safety program that was recognized by industry associations and adopted as a best practice across the company's global operations.

Conclusion
With his exceptional operational expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of delivering tangible results, Eric Duarte is poised to continue driving Jaguar Mining's operational excellence and positioning the company for long-term sustainable growth in the mining industry.