SPECIALIST ENGINEER – Minerals Development Company Botswana

VACANCY

Main Purpose of the Job:

As a Mining Engineering Specialist, you will play a critical role in the strategic management and technical oversight of MDCB’s mining investment portfolio. Your primary focus will be on ensuring the optimal deployment of resources and industry-leading practices to maximize portfolio performance.

You will contribute to the conceptualization, planning, execution, and closure phases of the mineral development life cycle. You will work closely with stakeholders to identify and develop sustainable solutions, drive value optimization, and explore opportunities for value creation. Your expertise will contribute to making MDCB a leader in the minerals investment sector in Botswana.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic and Economic Initiatives: Work with various stakeholders to identify, conceptualize, and evaluate mining projects that align with strategic goals, focusing on optimizing operational efficiency and maximizing returns.
• Technical Due Diligence: Conduct comprehensive technical and financial assessments on potential mining investments, identifying risks, opportunities, and solutions to ensure informed and value-based decision-making.
• Asset Optimization: Review both open pit and underground mine designs, production plans, and equipment selection to ensure these elements align with industry benchmarks and maximize investor returns.
• Compliance & Reporting: Monitor mining project activities with internal and external regulations, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting. Provide updates on asset performance, technical developments, and investment progress.
• Innovation: Champion research, assess, and recommend innovative technologies and processes to improve operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability.

Key Focus Areas:

• Value maximization aligned with MDCB’s investment goals
• Technical and financial management
• Risk mitigation and management
• Stakeholder relationship management
• Project management and optimization
• Skills and Competencies:
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent planning and project management abilities
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• In-depth understanding of mining principles and processes
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related field
• An advanced degree is an added advantage
• Proven experience in mineral asset valuation, risk management, and optimizing mining operations
• Experience in both open pit and underground mining
• Experience in the local and regional mining industry
• Multi-commodity experience is an added advantage
• Registered professional engineer status is an added advantage
• Registration with a professional body