Position: ARTISAN FITTER
Employer: MMG/Khoemacau Copper Mining
Location: Khoemacau Mine, Central, Botswana
Employment type: Permanent Full Time
Reference: 504631
Closing on: 26 Sep 2026
BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION
The Artisan Fitter will be responsible for carrying out mechanical fitting, maintenance, and repair activities on mining equipment and infrastructure in accordance with MMG’s global operational standards, OEM requirements, and statutory obligations. The role will be ensuring equipment availability, reliability, and performance to support continuous and safe mining operations.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Your key accountabilities include
- Performing scheduled and unscheduled mechanical maintenance and repairs on fixed and mobile plant equipment.
- Installing, aligning, dismantling and moving machinery and heavy mechanical components in compliance with approved rigging practices.
- Support commissioning, modifications and upgrades of mechanical systems.
- Conducting inspections, diagnostics, and fault-finding on pumps, fans, piping systems and mechanical infrastructure.
- Using precision tools and instruments for measurements, fits and alignments.
- Conducting inspections and risk assessments prior to and during work execution.
- Reporting defects, incidents and near misses promptly and participating in root cause investigations.
- Collaborating with supervisors, engineers and fellow artisans to complete jobs efficiently and accurately
- Effecting daily job cards for all work to be undertaken in line with safety measures and time schedules set there-in.
- Complying with all statutory appointments and requirements in accordance with the MQWM Act and its regulations.
- Ensuring that the critical spares are available at all times
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE
- National Craft Certificate in Maintenance Fitting or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a mining or heavy industrial environment as a qualified Maintenance Fitter.
- Previous legal appointment as per MQWMA (advantageous).
- Valid Rigging and Slinging certification are added advantages.
- Supervisory development training is an added advantage.
Job Summary
- Employer: MMG/Khoemacau Copper Mining
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Maun, Botswana
- Category: Engineering
- Closing Date: 2026-09-26
How to Apply
Apply online through the MMG careers portal before 26 Sep 2026: careers.mmg.com (reference 504631). Only applications submitted through the MMG careers portal will be considered.
REF Code: 504631
About the Company
MMG-Khoemacau Copper Mining operates a major underground copper-silver mine situated within Botswana's resource-rich Kalahari Copperbelt. This advanced operation is a significant producer of high-grade copper concentrate and silver, crucial commodities for the global transition to green energy. Since its acquisition by MMG Limited in 2023, the company has continued to prioritize operational excellence, safety, and technological innovation. It stands as a key contributor to Botswana's economic diversification, creating numerous direct and indirect employment opportunities for local citizens. The company is deeply committed to sustainable development and community upliftment across its areas of operation.
Leading copper-silver production from Botswana's Kalahari Copperbelt.
