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 this position.

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.

Role purpose

To assist Jumbo Operators with the preparation, movement, setup, operation and basic maintenance of underground drilling equipment and associated activities to support safe and efficient mine development.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with the movement, setup and preparation of jumbo drilling equipment and connect required power, water and air services.
• Support drilling activities by preparing tools, consumables and equipment and assisting with drilling processes and efficient work at the face.
• Operate authorised pumps and support equipment, assist in resolving routine drilling-related problems and carry out authorised minor maintenance, lubrication and cleaning.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in a safe and orderly condition and follow the instructions of the Jumbo Operator and supervisor in accordance with operational and safety requirements.

Minimum qualifications and experience

• Certificate of Ordinary Secondary Education or equivalent.
• Vocational, Apprenticeship or technical training in drilling, mechanical work or heavy-equipment operations is advantageous.
• Certificate in Drilling and Exploration is advantageous.
• Minimum of two years’ underground mining experience, preferably involving drilling equipment or development activities.
• Previous experience assisting with underground drilling operations is advantageous.
• Emergency Response training or experience is an added advantage.

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 with the movement, setup and preparation of jumbo drilling equipment and connect required power, water and air services.
• Support drilling activities by preparing tools, consumables and equipment and assisting with drilling processes and efficient work at the face.
• Operate authorised pumps and support equipment, assist in resolving routine drilling-related problems and carry out authorised minor maintenance, lubrication and cleaning.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in a safe and orderly condition and follow the instructions of the Jumbo Operator and supervisor in accordance with operational and safety requirements.

• Basic maintenance
• Lubrication
• Cleaning
• Operating pumps and support equipment
• Assisting with drilling processes
• Working in an underground mining environment

• Certificate of Ordinary Secondary Education or equivalent.
• Vocational, Apprenticeship or technical training in drilling, mechanical work or heavy-equipment operations is advantageous.
• Certificate in Drilling and Exploration is advantageous.
• Emergency Response training or experience is an added advantage.