VACANCY RE- ADVERTISEMENT: CHIEF MINING ENGINEER

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit highly motivated and committed employee for the positions of Chief Mining Engineer to join the versatile Mine Planning Team. We are in search of individual who can champion Barrick's DNA by:

Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity

Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach

Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose

Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy

Taking Responsibility and being Accountable

Committing to Zero Harm

Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships

Reporting to the Manager – Technical Services, you will be responsible for  providing technical leadership and direction to the mine planning team, ensuring that short-, medium-, and long-term plans are developed and executed efficiently in line with production targets, cost objectives, and safety standards.

Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

Waste dump management compliance to Design and Execution

Compliance and Monitoring: Ensure all waste dump activities comply with design specifications, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

Drive and conduct regular inspections and audits of waste dump sites to monitor compliance and identify areas for improvement.

Maintain accurate records and documentation related to waste dump operations and compliance activities. Ensure all designs comply with geotechnical recommendations, mine planning geometry, and safety standards.

Design and Planning: Drive and Collaborate with engineering teams to review and interpret waste dump designs and plans.

Ensure that the construction and operation of waste dumps follow the engineered design, including slope angles, bench heights, and overall dump geometry.

Drive and monitor the volume of material being deposited to ensure it does not exceed the design capacity of the dump and give direction to take based on the plan.

Drive and assist in the development and implementation of waste dump management strategies that align with operational goals and environmental standards with production team.

Execution and Oversight:

Oversee the execution of waste dump operations, ensuring adherence to design and safety standards.

Operational Efficiency:

 Material Segregation based on geology and waste dumping design methodology to ensure long term compliance to design and environment 

 Analyze current mining processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.

Develop and implement strategies to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and improve resource utilization.

Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor production efficiency and effectiveness.

Use data analytics and reporting tools to track performance and identify trends and areas for improvement.

Lead continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing productivity, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement among the workforces.

Develop comprehensive dewatering plans that align with short-term and long-term mining objectives.

Assess hydrogeological data to design effective dewatering systems and strategies.

Optimize existing dewatering systems to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.

Oversee the installation, operation, and maintenance of dewatering infrastructure, including pumps, wells, and drainage systems

Implement monitoring systems to track water levels, flow rates, and system performance.

Analyze data to identify trends, assess the effectiveness of dewatering efforts, and make necessary adjustments.

Mentor and develop the mine engineering team to build technical capacity and succession planning.

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in all mining activities.

Prepare technical reports, cost analyses, and performance reviews for management.

Support business improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity and operational excellence.

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent.

Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in open-pit mining operations, with at least 5 years in a senior technical or supervisory role.

Demonstrated experience in large-scale open-pit mine planning and scheduling.

Strong knowledge of mining software (e.g., Deswik, MineSched, Vulcan, or similar).

Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Strong understanding of mine safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Valid membership with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).

What We Can Offer You:

A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits

The ability to make a difference and lasting impact

Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues

Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.

Women who meet the above qualification are strongly encouraged to apply.