TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER
Job Summary:
This role integrates technical services, which include Mine Planning, Survey, Ventilation, Geotechnical and Geological sections to support the mine’s production functions. The Technical Services Manager will be responsible and accountable for developing the life of mine business plans for production aimed at maximizing value from the resource to the customer. With a strong strategic focus, the Technical Services Manager must identify strategic resources for development in line with MCM’s long-term production targets.
Key Activities:
· Oversee and manage a comprehensive portfolio of technical disciplines, which includes Geology, Geotechnical, Mine Planning, Survey and Ventilation to meet the requirements and needs of the mine.
· Drive technical services activities such as development of LOM business plans, exploration drilling, resource and reserve statements, survey activities and mine plan optimisation.
· Provide technical support and expertise to the operation on production and project related matters to ensure safe and profitable extraction of coal.
· Direct the implementation of best practice for operational excellence.
· Implement and drive the technical assurance processes.
· Continuously drive the improvement in terms of digitalization and automation by initiating and supporting digital and automation initiatives within technical services functions.
· Develop a framework for application of knowledge management principles to ensure effective knowledge capture, exchange, and adaptation.
· Develop a framework for identification and implementation of creative and innovative ideas and processes to ensure continuous business improvement.
· Direct subordinates to achieve individual and team objectives by ensuring the right competence and effectiveness through developing and implementing talent plans.
· Ensure compliance to legal requirements, adhering to regional and national laws, as well as international compliance requirements.
· Establish and maintain effective relationships with all key stakeholders and partners to ensure achievement of business objectives.
Key Competencies:
· Leadership and team effectiveness
· Change leadership and innovation
· Strategic thinking
· Risk management
· Business acumen
· Technical knowledge of coal mining, geology, mine survey and ventilation.
Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Mining, Geology, Rock Engineering, Mine Planning, Survey or equivalent. Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
· 8+ years relevant experience in a mining environment with 4 years at managerial level.
· Registration with Botswana Engineers' Registration Board or equivalent.
· Knowledge of SHE Management System ISO 45001: 2018 and ISO 14001: 2015.
We offer competitive salary package. Prospective candidates must be medically and physically fit and willing to work in an Underground Coal Mining Environment and meet demanding schedules.
Candidates who meet the above requirements must apply with a Cover Letter, Certified copies of certificates, Certified copy of Identity Card, a Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) addressed to:
Head Of Human Resources
Morupule Coal Mine
Private Bag 35
Palapye, Botswana
Email: recruitment@mcm.co.bw
Closing Date: 28 January 2025
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