Job Summary
- Type: full-time
- Location: Gaborone
- Category: Health / Safety
- Closing Date: 2026-09-14
Key Responsibilities
- Design and deliver SHEC training programs
- Conduct risk assessments and safety audits
- Develop and update training materials
- Provide guidance and support to employees on health and safety matters
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in health and safety training
- Certified SHEC trainer or equivalent qualification
- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to develop engaging training materials
How to Apply
About the Company
Khoemacau Mine is an operating copper-silver mining project located in northwestern Botswana, near the town of Tsabong. It is one of Botswana’s largest new mining developments and the first major copper-silver operation in the country. The mine is situated within the Kalahari Copper Belt, a geologically prospective region spanning Botswana and Namibia, with all active infrastructure and production activities based in Botswana. Owned and operated by Khoemacau Copper Mining (Pty) Ltd — a Botswana-incorporated company majority-owned by Cupric Canyon Capital — it achieved first copper concentrate production in late 2023.
Botswana's premier copper-silver mine in the Kalahari Copper Belt
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications and certifications are typically required for a SHEC Trainer role at a mine like Khoemacau in Botswana?
A minimum of a National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or a related field is usually required. Valid Botswana Mine Health and Safety (BMHSA) certification and registration with the Botswana Institute of Professional Accountants (BIPA) or Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA)-accredited safety training providers are essential. Experience delivering SHEC (Safety, Health, Environment & Community) training in mining contexts — particularly under Botswana’s Mines and Minerals Act — is strongly preferred.
What does a typical day look like for a SHEC Trainer at a Botswana-based mine?
You’ll conduct classroom and on-site safety inductions, toolbox talks, and refresher training for mine workers, often in English and Setswana to ensure comprehension. You’ll develop training materials aligned with Botswana’s Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) guidelines and Khoemacau’s site-specific SHEC management system, and maintain records for audit compliance. Field observation and feedback sessions with supervisors and contractors are routine, especially during shift handovers at operational sites.
How does local work culture in Botswana influence expectations for a SHEC Trainer?
Respect for hierarchy and seniority is important — trainers are expected to coordinate closely with mine managers and DOSH inspectors while maintaining cultural sensitivity, including awareness of community engagement norms in north-western Botswana. Punctuality, clear communication in both formal and informal settings, and adaptability to diverse worker backgrounds (including rural migrants) are highly valued. Building trust through consistent presence and respectful dialogue — not just instruction — is key to effective SHEC delivery.
What realistic career progression paths exist for a SHEC Trainer in Botswana’s mining sector?
With experience and further certification (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma or BQA Level 6 in OHS), you may advance to SHEC Superintendent, Site HSE Manager, or regional HSE Advisor roles across mining companies. Some transition into regulatory advisory roles with DOSH or consultancies supporting multiple mines under Botswana’s growing HSE compliance framework. Continued professional development through institutions like the Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) or international partnerships enhances mobility.
What benefits are typically offered to SHEC Trainers employed by major mines in Botswana?
Standard benefits include 30 days’ annual leave, comprehensive medical aid covering dependants (often via schemes like Medshield or BONF), and mandatory pension contributions under the Botswana National Pension Fund (BNPF). Many mines also provide housing allowances or accommodation, transport support, and access to on-site wellness and counselling services. Leave for bereavement, maternity/paternity, and study leave for accredited HSE courses are commonly included per Botswana labour law and collective agreements.