Project Engineer (x3)

Lubambe Copper Mine is located within the Greater Konkola Area of the Zambian Copperbelt and consists of a large – scale mining license covering an area of approximately 228 square kilometres.

Completed and commissioned in 2012, Lubambe is an underground operation supported by a shaft and decline access with a 2.5 million tonne per annum capacity ore concentrator. The mine’s current depth is 450 meters producing a high-grade copper concentrate which is then treated at Zambian smelters.

The mine currently employs 1, 125 direct employees, a further 1,200 contractors. It places the highest priority on safety with a world class safety system.

Supporting local communities and suppliers is a key business focus of the mine.

EMR Capital owns an 80% controlling interest in Lubambe while ZCCM-IH owns 20%.

The Mine seeks to employ experienced and qualified individuals in the following positions:

PROJECT ENGINEER (X3)

This position reports to Project Manager

Core Purpose of the Position

To ensure quality assurance and quality control of processes surrounding the underground contractor.

Key Performance Areas/Indicators (KPA/Is):

• Provide coaching and support to Underground Drill Operators.
• Ensure that ore ends are drilled according to design and at high standard.
• Ensure that ore ends are supported to a high standard.
• Identify areas of improvement in the Mining Development cycle.
• Assess and report on all aspects of Mine Development standards.

Academic Qualifications and Experience

• A degree in Mining Engineering.
• Underground experience will be added advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Power Point and Excel.

Applicants who meet the above requirements are invited to send their Curriculum Vitae in MS word format to [email protected]. Please indicate the job title of the job you are applying for in the subject line of your e-mail. The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 4th July 2021

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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