Oscar González Rocha is the CEO of Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) and has been in this role since 2004. He has a background in civil engineering, earned from the Autonomous National University of Mexico, and a solid connection to mining...

Oscar González Rocha is the CEO of Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) and has been in this role since 2004. He has a background in civil engineering, earned from the Autonomous National University of Mexico, and a solid connection to mining that goes back to 1980. Oscar started with Southern Copper in 1999 and climbed the ranks to lead the company. His leadership style is practical and focuses on taking the company through the ups and downs of the global mining industry. Interestingly, he doesn't have stock or stock options, which is uncommon for someone in his position. Instead, his compensation comes mainly from salary, bonuses, and various benefits, totaling about $1.17 million in 2023. This includes things like profit sharing and holiday bonuses, common under Peruvian law. While different companies tie CEO pay to strict performance metrics, Oscar’s compensation is more discretionary, reflecting overall company performance and his individual contributions. He's recognized for navigating crises effectively and has received accolades, including being inducted into both the American Mining Hall of Fame and the Mexican Mining Hall of Fame.