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

Role purpose

To safely and efficiently operate underground loaders (boggers) for the movement and loading of ore and waste materials in accordance with operational instructions, mine procedures and statutory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Operate underground loaders to safely and efficiently move ore and waste to trucks, ore or waste passes, stockpiles and other designated locations in accordance with shift plans and operational instructions.
• Carry out material handling, secondary breaking support and other authorised underground activities required to maintain safe and efficient production and development operations.
• Conduct pre-start and basic mechanical inspections, maintain equipment cleanliness and condition, undertake authorised minor troubleshooting and promptly report defects or maintenance requirements.
• Maintain accurate production, shift and equipment records and ensure all activities comply with traffic rules, operating procedures and applicable safety and environmental requirements.

Minimum qualifications and experience

• Certificate of Ordinary Secondary Education or equivalent.
• Recognised competency or certification in the operation of underground loaders or boggers.
• Valid Tanzanian driving licence.
• Tele-remote operating competency is required where tele-remote equipment will be operated.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience operating underground mining machinery, particularly loaders or boggers.
• Minimum of twelve (12) months’ tele-remote operating experience where the role requires tele-remote operation.
• Demonstrated experience in underground ore and waste movement and a record of safe underground mobile equipment operation.

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.

• Operate underground loaders to safely and efficiently move ore and waste to trucks, ore or waste passes, stockpiles and other designated locations in accordance with shift plans and operational instructions.
• Carry out material handling, secondary breaking support and other authorised underground activities required to maintain safe and efficient production and development operations.
• Conduct pre-start and basic mechanical inspections, maintain equipment cleanliness and condition, undertake authorised minor troubleshooting and promptly report defects or maintenance requirements.
• Maintain accurate production, shift and equipment records and ensure all activities comply with traffic rules, operating procedures and applicable safety and environmental requirements.

• Operation of underground loaders (boggers)
• Material handling
• Secondary breaking support
• Equipment inspection and basic troubleshooting
• Record keeping
• Traffic rules compliance
• Safety and environmental compliance
• Tele-remote operating competency (if applicable)

• Certificate of Ordinary Secondary Education or equivalent.
• Recognised competency or certification in the operation of underground loaders or boggers.
• Valid Tanzanian driving licence.
• Tele-remote operating competency is required where tele-remote equipment will be operated.
• Demonstrated experience in underground ore and waste movement and a record of safe underground mobile equipment operation.