We are MMG and we mine for progress
Khoemacau is a long-life copper silver mine located in one of the most prospective mining regions in Africa, the Kalahari Copper Belt in Botswana.
In June 2021, Khoemacau completed construction of its low cost, c.60ktpa copper and c.1.6Mozpa silver metal in concentrate at full run rate. It completed ramp up of current operations to full production in Q4 2022. Khoemacau’s annual production is expected to be around 43,000 and 53,000 tonnes of copper in copper concentrate.
Ore at Khoemacau is mined from underground using the longhole stoping method and transported by truck on a 35km purpose-built bitumen haul road to the Boseto processing plant. The copper concentrate is then transported by road to port and shipped to customers globally.
Drilling of and studies on its expansion project forecast a potential increase production to over 130ktpa copper and 5Mozpa silver (average run rate at full production) to unlock the full potential of its prized position in the emerging Kalahari Copper Belt.
Khoemacau employs around 1800 people with 95% local employment from Botswana and has an estimated mine life of 20+ years.
RO Plant Technician
The RO Plant Technician will be responsible for the effective operation, maintenance, and reliability of the Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment plant. The role ensures optimal plant availability, quality water production, and compliance with preventive and predictive maintenance schedules. This includes performing maintenance, membrane and media replacement, PPMs, and troubleshooting to support safe and efficient plant operation.
This position is based at the Mine Site located between Maun and Sehithwa in Ngamiland.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing routine and corrective maintenance on all RO plant equipment, including pumps, valves, filters, dosing systems, and instrumentation.
- Conducting membrane and Maddox (media) replacement, and PPM checks per manufacturer and site standards.
- Executing scheduled maintenance plans to ensure minimal downtime and maximum availability of the RO system.
- Troubleshooting and resolving plant performance issues to restore optimal efficiency.
- Maintaining and calibrating instrumentation and control systems (flow, pressure, conductivity, pH monitoring).
- Ensuring correct chemical dosing and safe handling of water treatment chemicals.
- Maintaining accurate maintenance and performance records, including daily logs and reports.
- Coordinating with the Maintenance Engineer for planning and execution of major maintenance tasks.
- Promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture and compliance with all SHEC standards.
About You
- Trade Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Control & Instrumentation Engineering.
- Minimum 10 years’ experience working on industrial RO plants.
- Experience with seawater RO (SWRO) systems is an advantage.
- Additional training in water treatment operations will be an advantage.
- Ability to pass a Pre employment Medical
Only Botswana Citizens May Apply.
What we offer
- While developing the first fully mechanized underground mine in Botswana, we offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment, great culture, good benefits, a competitive salary and family friendly rosters.
- A safety-first culture
- A workplace that fosters diversity and inclusiveness, and supports our people with the systems, skills and behaviours required to live our values.
- Family friendly rosters
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes free confidential counselling, wellbeing services.
Who we are
MMG has a global presence, owning and developing copper, zinc and other base metals projects across Australia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Peru and Botswana.
Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity and inclusion and supports our people to grow.
We are guided by our values; think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better.
Headquartered in Melbourne, we are listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEx 1208) with an international shareholder base.
To know more about MMG please visit our webpage https://www.mmg.com/
If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role that empowers you to shape your work environment, we invite you to apply and join us in our pursuit of efficient and sustainable mining operations.
We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members
MMG Limited reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.