Nipper
2026-07-09T06:05:40+00:00
Shanta Mining Company Limited
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https://www.shantagold.com/
FULL_TIME
Singida Gold Mine, Ikungi District, Singida Region
Singida Rural
00000
Tanzania
Mining
Energy & Mining, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Transportation & Logistics
2026-07-18T17:00:00+00:00
8
Background
Shanta Mining Company Limited intends to recruit suitably qualified and experienced personnel for the commencement of underground mining operations at Singida Gold Mine.
Singida Gold Mine is entering a new phase of development involving the establishment of underground mining infrastructure, including portal development, decline excavation and associated underground mine development activities. To support this expansion from open-pit to underground mining, the Company invites applications for the following positions.
This recruitment offers successful candidates an opportunity to be part of the team establishing and developing a new underground mining operation from its early stages. TalentAcquisition services
Responsibilities
- Assist jumbo operators and other underground mining crews with face preparation, drilling support and other assigned production and development activities.
- Transport, prepare, organise and make available the tools, materials and equipment required for underground work, ensuring crews are adequately supported to complete assigned tasks.
- Support the safe preparation and maintenance of underground work areas and assist with other operational tasks as directed by the supervisor.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and ensure that work areas, tools and equipment are kept safe, clean and orderly in accordance with site procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
- Certificate of Ordinary Secondary Education or equivalent.
- Valid Tanzanian driving licence.
- Previous underground mining experience is advantageous.
General Competencies
All successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, integrity, teamwork and operational excellence. They must comply with Company policies, procedures and applicable laws and be capable of working effectively in an underground mining environment. Position-specific licences, certifications, competencies and site inductions will apply where required.
- Assist jumbo operators and other underground mining crews with face preparation, drilling support and other assigned production and development activities.
- Transport, prepare, organise and make available the tools, materials and equipment required for underground work, ensuring crews are adequately supported to complete assigned tasks.
- Support the safe preparation and maintenance of underground work areas and assist with other operational tasks as directed by the supervisor.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and ensure that work areas, tools and equipment are kept safe, clean and orderly in accordance with site procedures.
- Valid Tanzanian driving licence
- Ability to work effectively in an underground mining environment
- Commitment to safety, integrity, teamwork and operational excellence
- Certificate of Ordinary Secondary Education or equivalent
- Valid Tanzanian driving licence
- Previous underground mining experience is advantageous
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Vacancy title:
Nipper
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Mining, Category: Energy & Mining, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Transportation & Logistics]
Jobs at:
Shanta Mining Company Limited
Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, July 18 2026
Duty Station:
Singida Gold Mine, Ikungi District, Singida Region | Singida Rural
Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, July 9 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background
Shanta Mining Company Limited intends to recruit suitably qualified and experienced personnel for the commencement of underground mining operations at Singida Gold Mine.
Singida Gold Mine is entering a new phase of development involving the establishment of underground mining infrastructure, including portal development, decline excavation and associated underground mine development activities. To support this expansion from open-pit to underground mining, the Company invites applications for the following positions.
This recruitment offers successful candidates an opportunity to be part of the team establishing and developing a new underground mining operation from its early stages. TalentAcquisition services
Responsibilities
- Assist jumbo operators and other underground mining crews with face preparation, drilling support and other assigned production and development activities.
- Transport, prepare, organise and make available the tools, materials and equipment required for underground work, ensuring crews are adequately supported to complete assigned tasks.
- Support the safe preparation and maintenance of underground work areas and assist with other operational tasks as directed by the supervisor.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and ensure that work areas, tools and equipment are kept safe, clean and orderly in accordance with site procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
- Certificate of Ordinary Secondary Education or equivalent.
- Valid Tanzanian driving licence.
- Previous underground mining experience is advantageous.
General Competencies
All successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, integrity, teamwork and operational excellence. They must comply with Company policies, procedures and applicable laws and be capable of working effectively in an underground mining environment. Position-specific licences, certifications, competencies and site inductions will apply where required.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: high school
Job application procedure
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Applicants are invited to submit an application letter, an updated CV and copies of relevant certificates clearly indicating the position applied for in the subject line.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are not contacted by Shanta Mining Company Limited within fourteen (14) days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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