SHAFT SINKING TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR – MECHANICAL – UMS Botswana Pty Ltd

UMS Botswana Pty Ltd (a division of the UMS Group) is in progress with an Underground Vertical Shaft Sinking Project with JDS Energy & Mining Inc. (the EPCM contractor) for Lucara Botswana (Pty) Ltd at the Karowe Diamond Mine at Letlhakane in the Boteti sub-district. This exciting project is currently in the Main Sink Contract phase.

Shaft sinking and underground construction activities require critical skills and experience with an expert understanding of sinking methodologies, underground construction, mine health and safety, as well as contract management knowledge is essential. We are currently searching for suitably qualified and experienced candidates to be considered for the below positions in Lethakane. Please note that all positions are project based.

SHAFT SINKING TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR – MECHANICAL (Ref. Kar_13)

JOB SUMMARY

The Shaft Sinking Technical Supervisor – Mechanical will be responsible for planning and coordinating the procurement, fabrication, installation/ deployment and maintenance of mechanical production equipment and supporting infrastructure to optimise machine/equipment availability to achieve production targets within the scope of occupational health and safety, quality and financial requirements. This candidate will report to the Shaft Sinking Project Engineer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deployment/installation and maintenance of mechanical production equipment
• Staff planning, coordination, and management
• Legal Compliance
• Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Compliance QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
• BGCSE or equivalent qualification plus a valid Trade certificate in mechanical field (ie. Mechanic, Fitter, Boilermaker, Rigger etc.)
• Additional certificates in other mechanical areas will be an advantage
• 5 years’ experience as a Foreman in a Sinking and Underground Construction Project, and experience as an artisan in the same environment.
• Experience in decline winch/loading and tipping operations, as well as exposure to the legal requirements relating to such installations is essential.
• Experience in construction, hydraulics and winders is critical
• Knowledge of shaft sinking and health & safety standard and regulations