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.
HME Maintenance Specialist
The HME Maintenance Specialist will be responsible for technical expertise in the maintenance and reliability of light vehicles, heavy mining equipment, infrastructure and related services in the department. The role ensures safe, compliant and cost-effective maintenance practices, supporting continuous mining operations through effective maintenance management, equipment performance monitoring and adherence to legal and company standards.
This position is based at the Mine Site located between Maun and Sehithwa in Ngamiland.
Responsibilities include:
- Enforcing and promoting site SSHE standards, legal compliance and safe work procedures.
- Leading and commissioning of new light vehicles and heavy machines.
- Carrying out audits of already approved equipment for compliance with the ISO standard, contractual agreement or specifications and MQWMA regulations to maintain set standards.
- Ensuring compliance with statutory inspections, tests and approvals, Quarterly inspections of (Pressure vessels, rigging equipment, overhead cranes, LV lifting hoists, etc.) and serviced in accordance with manufacturers' specifications
- Reviewing mining contracts, standards, procedures and ensuring conformance to Principal requirements and best industry practices.
- Developing and implementing QA and inspection procedures for equipment.
- Managing and optimising maintenance plans and work management systems.
- Analysing equipment performance and maintenance data to improve reliability.
- Leading failure investigations and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
- Planning and supporting Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) activities.
- Managing and optimising critical and strategic spares inventory.
- Providing high-level technical support and mentoring to maintenance teams.
About You
- National Craft Certificate or equivalent in Diesel Mechanics, Heavy Plant Mechanics, Millwright or related discipline.
- A minimum of 8 years post-qualification experience, with at least 5 years in a mining environment doing HME plant maintenance, at least 3 years of which must be in a supervisory position.
- Demonstrated diagnostic and troubleshooting skills as well as post-failure analysis on equipment such as Sandvik, Volvo and Normet Equipment.
- Ability to read and understand schematics and technical drawings and to effectively communicate detailed and complex.
- Capable of reading and understanding schematics and technical drawings, as well as effectively communicating complex information in a clear and concise manner.
- Audit and analysis experience with reliability-centred Maintenance methods implemented on HME fleet.
- 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.