Tailings Day Shift Foreman – MMG-KHOEMACAU COPPER MINING

We are looking for suitably qualified, highly motivated, talented, innovative, hands-on, dynamic team players capable of working both collaboratively, as well as independently. Suitable candidates should possess a high level of integrity, show strong commitment, and express the desire to deliver operational excellence through Zero Harm. The positions are based at the Mine Site located between Maun and Sehitlwa in Ngamiland. To be successful, you must enjoy getting out on site and have the enthusiasm, and interest to work in a remote location, as well as deliver in a multicultural work environment. Only Botswana Citizens May Apply. WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

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.

• These are team based, fast paced roles.
• Preferably you will be immediately available / available at short notice.

       – TAILINGS DAY SHIFT FOREMAN

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:

The Tailings Day Shift Foreman will be responsible for overseeing the execution of the tailings deposition plan by planning activities, organising resources, delegating task responsibilities, leading personnel, and controlling risks, costs, and deviations to ensure compliance with MMG tailings standards. The role involves integrating process engineering, coordinating maintenance activities, ensuring legal compliance, and engaging stakeholders to optimise tailings deposition, water recovery, and dam integrity.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your key accountabilities include:

• Promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture on-site to support a zero-harm work environment.
• Conducting daily progress reporting, monitoring site developments, and escalating issues to the Tailings Superintendent or MMG Management as required.
• Allocating and scheduling resources, including plant, materials, and labour.
• Identifying risks related to resources and implementing preventative measures.
• Monitoring staff performance to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
• Managing costs to stay within budget and optimise resource use.
• Overseeing contractor management to ensure compliance and performance standards.
• Tracking and coaching shift workers on key performance indicators (KPIs) for continuous improvement.
• Supervising tailings operators and contractors during day shift operations to ensure safe and effective TSF performance.
• Monitoring tailings deposition activities, return water systems, and stormwater management to maintain compliance with operational plans.
• Inspecting TSF infrastructure, including pipelines, pumps, spigots, and embankments, and reporting defects or abnormal conditions.
• Coordinating with the Process Plant, Maintenance, and Environmental teams to ensuring proper tailings discharge and water recovery.
• Maintaining accurate records of daily tailings operations, inspections, incidents, and shift handovers.
• Leading daily toolbox talks and shift briefings, and ensuring team understanding of tasks, risks, and controls.
• Responding to operational issues or emergencies in the TSF area and escalating critical issues as required.
• Collaborating with the Deputy RTFE and other technical staff to support monitoring, data collection, and compliance activities.
• Conducting routine inspections and walkdowns of the TSF area to identify risks, non-conformances, or improvement opportunities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE:

• BGCSE
• Basic tailings course is an added advantage
• A minimum 10+ years of experience working on Mineral Processing plants
• 5 years’ Upstream tailings experience at Foreman level and above

JOB APPLICATION DETAILS

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send your CV and motivation only, to: The Human Resources Manager at: kcmrecruitment@mmg.com

NB: Write ONLY the title of the position you are applying for on the subject line.

A valid class B driver’s license and good driving record is a must for these positions.

Due to the high volume of applications received for our advertised positions, only shortlisted applications will be contacted. To those applicants not shortlisted, we extend our appreciation for considering MMG/ Khoemacau Copper Mining as a potential employer.

Closing Date: 31st October 2025.

Please note that review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.