Kariba Minerals Mine Superintendent Jobs in Zambia

Kariba Minerals Mine Superintendent Jobs in Zambia


Job Details

  • Kariba Minerals Limited is a mining company and has long been a reliable source of high-quality Amethyst for major manufacturers of gemstone related products.

  • The company is owned 100% by ZCCM Investment Holdings.

  • The company’s market share is estimated at over 90% of the Amethyst originating from Zambia, and we are arguably the largest single Amethyst producer in the world.

  • Presently, the company exports its products mainly to international markets.

  • Worldwide, it is one of the oldest mines for semi-precious stones and one of the largest sources of quality amethysts.

  • Kariba mine is based in Mapatizya which is approximately 110km from Kalomo in the Southern Province

    Key Responsibilities

  • Managing mine operations on drilling, blasting loading and hauling.

  • Coordinating with the Mine Manager, Product and Quality Assurance Manager on the alignment of mine production plans with the sales projections.

  • Budgeting and cost control for mining, processing and engineering departments.

  • Control, supervise and direct mining operations in line with the company’s strategic and short term plans.

  • Managing and optimizing the use of labour and the mining fleet to meet the production targets.

  • Coordinate equipment maintenance schedules for mine operations with the engineering department.

  • Safety – leading, implementing and coordination of Safety, Health, Environment and Quality programs and compilation of related company reports sent to regulatory bodies.

  • Ensure compliance and obtain statutory permissions
    (mining license, environmental clearance etc.)

  • Conduct or collaborate in geological exploration, and review maps and drilling logs to determine location size, accessibility, and estimated value of mineral deposit

  • Lay out and direct mine construction operations, such as location of dumps, drainage and access roads

  • Interaction with local authorities & community for smooth operations

  • Any other duties as may be assigned by the company

    Qualification, Experience & other attributes

    • Member of EIZ

    • Grade 12 certificate coupled with a Degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering

    • At least three years’ work experience in open pit mining operations as a minimum

    • Must be a certified First Aider

    • Must have a Blasting certificate

    • Must have a valid driver’s licence class B or better

    • Ability to work under minimum supervision

    • Strong commitment, leadership and management skills

    • Excellent communication, interpersonal, influencing and computer skills.

    • Strongly results orientated with a clear determination to succeed

    • Easy adaptation to a new environment

    Job Experience Requirements

  • At least three years

    How to Apply

  • Applicants who meet the above requirements are invited to send their Curriculum Vitae to wamusimenda@karibaminerals.com .

  • The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 21st August, 2020.

  • Please do not send scanned copies of your educational qualifications at this stage and clearly indicate the job applied for in the subject line.

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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