UMS Botswana Pty Ltd (a division of the UMS Group) is busy 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, which is essential. We are currently searching for suitably qualified and experienced candidates to be considered for the below positions in Letlhakane. Please note that all positions are project based.
The Batch Plant Supervisor will be responsible for coordinating and guiding the efficient production and delivery of site mix concrete/red crate for sinking purpose to the batch plants to meet safety and quality standards. This candidate will report to the Shaft Sinking Site Manager.
Job Summary
- Type: contract
- Location: Letlhakane
- Category: Operations Supervision
- Closing Date: 2026-05-22
Key Responsibilities
- Supervision of batch plant and personnel.
- Manage the production of batch plant equipment and raw materials.
- Perform various quality control functions i.e. testing of concrete mix designs.
- Deliver consistent concrete and associated products to construction sites.
- Supervise batch plant maintenance & staff.
- Legal Compliance.
- Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Compliance.
Requirements
- BGCSE equivalent qualification.
- Valid Blasting Certificate.
- Must have experience applicable to batch plant operations.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a sinking construction environment.
- An assessor certificate, blasting or trade certificate will be an advantage.
How to Apply
Only candidates who meet the above requirements and submit a detailed CV with certified proof copies of certificates will be considered. All candidates must be medically fit to perform the roles above. Only candidates who meet the above requirements need to apply, by enclosing a current CV and certified proof(s) copies of certificates. The reference code for each position must be indicated in the subject line on both the email and application letter. Due to a high volume of applications, failure to comply with reference code requirements will result in the disqualification of an application. Applications received after the closing date will not be taken into consideration. Should you not hear from the Company within a period of 21 days after the closing date, your application shall be deemed unsuccessful. The closing date for the above adverts is 22 May 2026. All applications are to be submitted to the Group HR department at: spsrecruitment@umsint.com
REF Code: Kar_18
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