Mining Engineer at Eta-Zuma Group W/A Limited

Job Summary

• To plan, design, and implement safe and efficient mining operations, ensuring optimal resource extraction and adherence to regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Shall Plan Mine design and material management.
• Shall lead the implementation of short, medium and long-term business objectives of the company, preparing the business plan and performance reports with senior management on current and future initiatives for improved business performance.
• Shall oversee all coal mining operations from design to development stage and issue report to the Executive management
• To establish all resource requirements (financial, human capital, material, administrative and technical) needed to achieve the business objectives of the company.
• Shall drive the achievement of set and agreed production targets of the company.
• Ensure that all company mining operations comply with company-approved SOPs, policies and processes.
• To ensure optimal utilization of the company resources (facilities, equipment, etc).
• Shall oversee all technical aspects of operations by ensuring all mining and maintenance plans and procedures are strictly adhered to.
• To ensure measures are put in place to mitigate operational risks and eliminate production losses.
• To ensure global best practices (working in line with quality system management of ISO 9001) are adopted in the day-to-day operations of the company.
• Shall foster the learning, capacity building and development of every member of staff.
• Shall ensure proper and prompt communication of information, resolutions, communiques and other relevant information to the staff of the company on a need to know basis.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering or a related field.
• Master's degree in Mining Engineering (preferred).
• 10 years of experience in mining operations.
• Professional registration with a relevant engineering board.

Competency Requirements:
Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of mining engineering principles, including rock mechanics, geotechnical engineering, and mineral processing.
• Proficiency in mining software (e.g., MineSight, Vulcan, Surpac).
• Knowledge of surveying, drilling, and blasting techniques.

Analytical Skills:

• Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Communication Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.

Leadership Skills:

• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire team members.

Project Skills:

• Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting.

Safety and Environmental Awareness:

• Commitment to safety and environmental sustainability.
• Knowledge of relevant safety regulations and environmental standards.