CAREER OPPORTUNITY – SENIOR ROCK MECHANIC OFFICER

CAREER OPPORTUNITY - SENIOR ROCK MECHANIC OFFICER

Mopani Copper Mines PLC has operations in Mufulira and Kitwe on the Copperbelt Province in Zambia. The Company’s Success has been as a result of its Focused approach to improvement and the mutually beneficial relationships enjoyed with stakeholders-an important sector of which is its employees.

The Company Seeks the Services of a Senior Rock Mechanic Officer x1

Job Purpose

The Responsibilities of this role will include but not limited to the following:

  • Operate the geological compass; pull test machine, Schmidt hammer, tape extensometer and shotcrete machine.
  • Conduct QA/QC inspections on ground support.
  • Conduct geotechnical inspections.
  • Carry out underground mapping, core logging and plotting.
  • Operate and maintain all geotechnical tools and equipment.
  • Supervise work of Stope Checkers and Assistant Rock Mechanics officers.
  • Liaise with Rock Mechanic Engineers and mining officials on a daily basis.
  • Prepare weekly inspection reports and compile monthly support census reports.
  • Drive the health, safety and environment standards/policy awareness and practice in the Department to ensure compliance.

To be considered for this position, the candidate should meet the following minimum requirements:

  • Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.
  • Diploma in mining Engineering/Rock Mechanics or equivalent (Degree will be an added advantage).
  • Should be a Blasting License and First Aid Certificate holder.
  • Two (02) years practical mining experience in rock mechanics operations.
  • Basic knowledge of the Zambian Mining Regulations.
  • Knowledge of mining draughting, geology, ventilation and accident prevention.
  • All academic qualifications should be verified and certified by Zambia Qualifications Authority.

The successful candidate must be result oriented and have the ability to work with own initiative, ability to understand scope of work, paying particular attention to Company policies and corporate objectives.

Mopani is committed to establishing a winning team and a copper and cobalt business it can be proud of. The Company operates an employment policy of meritocracy, aiming to employ the right people with the right skill, irrespective of race, gender or creed.

Applicants who are interested, suitably qualified, and experienced should submit their application no later than 10 December 2024. The application should include contact phone numbers, a detailed curriculum vitae (limited to three pages or less), and contact information for three referees who can be contacted. Additionally, certified copies of all credentials should be provided.

Female applicants that meet the above qualifications are encouraged to apply. Full confidentiality guaranteed. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be responded to.

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