DRILL RIG OPERATOR – Morupule Coal Mine 1410 views

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts Risk Assessment before the commencement of any work as per laid down procedures.
• Performs visual checks on machinery/equipment in order establish any defects, assessing specific requirements and reporting findings to the supervisor as appropriate.
• Positions and prepares machine on the hole to be drilled to ensure process efficiencies.
• Clears drill chippings from holes and covers the hole to prevent backfilling.
• Trams drill between sites as required in accordance with existing procedures.
• Changes hammers, rods and bits in accordance with the laid down procedures.
• Guides fuel bowser into safe position for refuelling.
• Disembarks from machine to refresh as per the laid down procedure.
• Records fuel quantity filled.
• Interacts with fleet management systems as per the procedure.
• Performs tasks of a predominantly manual nature which includes but not limited to; cleaning of the cab, cleaning of the machine body as and when required.
• Maintains smooth communication between other operators and the workstation to enhance efficiencies of operations.
• Ensure compliance with MQWMA and mine-specific regulations.

Requirements

• BGCSE.
• 2 years’ experience in a mining environment. Previous experience as a Drill Rig Operator advantageous.
• Class H License.
• Understanding of SHE Management System ISO 45001:2018 & ISO 14001:2015.

How to Apply

Required Documents: A cover letter, Certified copies of educational certificates, Certified copy of identity card, Certified copy of driver’s license (where required) and Comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV).
Address:
Head Of Human Resources
Morupule Coal Mine
Private Bag 35
Palapye, Botswana
Email: recruitment@mcm.co.bw
Closing Date: 30 January 2026
Instructions: Kindly state the position that you are applying for as the subject line.
Note: DO NOT RESPOND THROUGH FAX OR HAND DELIVERY. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEWS.