Neil Colbourne

Neil Colbourne is an experienced mining professional currently serving as Vice President of Operations for West Africa at Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. since August 2022. With a robust background in mining management, Colbourne has held key leadership roles at various prominent companies, including General Manager at MINJAR GOLD PTY LTD, Head of Mining at MMG Limited, and Group Mining Manager at Maaden. Previously, Colbourne was General Manager and Mine Manager at Avocet Mining, Mining Manager at Barrick Gold Corporation, and Mine Operations Manager at Rio Tinto, among other positions. Colbourne's diverse expertise spans underground and open-pit operations across multiple regions, supported by a degree in Mining Engineering from Camborne School of Mines and relevant certifications.