Shaft Sinking Shift Foreman – UMS Botswana Pty Ltd

UMS Botswana Pty Ltd (a division of the UMS Group) will shortly be commencing 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.

Shaft sinking and underground construction are highly specialised activities and 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 following positions tenable in Letlhakane. Please also note that this position is project based:

JOB SUMMARY

The Shaft Sinking Shift Foreman will be responsible for the supervision and control of daily operations during the pre-sink and specialized sinking construction phase. This candidate will report to the Shaft Sinking Operations Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management and coordination of daily sinking operations
• Daily and monthly progress reporting
• Staff planning, coordination, and supervising
• Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Compliance

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• BGCSE equivalent qualification
• Valid Blasting certificate
• Holder of Shift Supervisor / Foreman certificate.
• Onsetter certificate
• Minimum 5 years’experience in a sinking and underground construction project, of which 3 years as a Shift Foreman and at least 2 years as a Sinker.
• Knowledge and previous experience in the following areas will be advantageous; Shaft Jumbo & Brokk machines; Operating of LHD and Drill Rig; Drilling, installation of support, concrete lining, cover drilling, cementation, pipe installation, shaft equipping
• Knowledge of shaft sinking and health & safety standard and regulations