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 Safety Manager is responsible for managing and compliance compliance to SHEQ requirements at a located project to embed a resilient health, safety and environmental culture within all work-parties, employees, the company and the environment. This candidate will report to the Project Manager and the UMS Group Risk Manager.
Job Summary
- Type: contract
- Location: Letlhakane
- Category: Safety
- Closing Date: 2026-05-22
Key Responsibilities
- Management of SHEQ Policies, Procedures and System Compliance
- Reports, Investigation, and resolution incidents, accidents or near misses and formulates proposals for corrective and/or preventive measures.
- SHEQ reporting and administration.
- Coordination of ISO 45001:2018 SHE Management System.
- Development of Emergency Preparedness Systems.
- Developing and coordination of the required project training plan in support of competence and skills transfer (in conjunction with the UMS Group HR Manager).
Requirements
- Relevant qualification in Safety Management.
- Blasting Certificate or Trade Certificate.
- HIRA – Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Certificate.
- First Aid Level 1 Certificate (NQF Level 3).
- ISO 45001:2018 SHE Management System.
- ICAM or Learning from Incidents or RCA.
- Must have a recognized (14001) Systems and Auditing Certificates.
- At least 10 years relevant experience in Underground Mining/Shaft Sinking. Project of which 5 years must have been at a mid-management level.
- Knowledge of application of Mines Quarries and Machinery Act 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_10