4 Shift Supervisor, Production – Rompad
2025-05-14T12:28:42+00:00
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
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FULL_TIME
Solwezi
Solwezi
10101
Zambia
Mining
Management
2025-05-28T17:00:00+00:00
Zambia
8
Job description:
Purpose
The Shift Supervisor, Production – Load & Haul (Rompad) is responsible for leading and executing load and haul activities during assigned shifts, ensuring production targets are met safely, cost-effectively, and in compliance with quality standards. The incumbent will ensure optimal deployment of equipment and personnel, provide strong team leadership, and uphold statutory and company regulations related to health, safety, environment, and production.
Key Responsibilities
- The incumbent will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
- Assist in managing the section budget, including input into budget preparation and reviewing performance against financial targets.
- Supervise and coordinate shift activities, including the deployment of equipment and personnel to achieve production targets.
- Provide direction and motivation to crew members, ensuring discipline, productivity, and career development.
- Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing safety standards and promoting best practices across the crew.
- Lead and manage the performance of the crew, ensuring continuous improvement and accountability.
- Maintain effective communication with other supervisors, Mine Captains, and support departments to ensure operational alignment.
- Monitor equipment utilization and efficiency; identify underutilization or operational issues and provide corrective guidance to pit crews.
- Perform other duties as required to support operational excellence and team effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 Certificate
- Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering, Mineral Science, or related mining qualification
- Valid Blasting License
- First Aid Certificate
- Driver’s License
Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in open-pit mining, with at least 3 years at a supervisory level
- Strong technical knowledge of heavy mining equipment and their operations
- Comprehensive understanding of open-pit mining practices, safety standards, and operational planning
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage diverse teams in a high-pressure environment
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Proficiency in using PCs and relevant mining software systems
BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS
- Teamwork
- Bold initiative
- Thinking safely
- Upholding quality
- Technical Skill
- Driving quantity
- Driving attendance
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Standby work required
- Overtime when necessary
- Exposure to dust, heat and noise
- PC Literacy
- An understanding of the cultural and political environment
- An understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures
Develop and deliver communication skills training programs aligned with the prescribed syllabus, ensuring content meets curriculum objectives and industry standards. Design and update teaching materials, lesson plans, and practical exercises to enhance student learning outcomes. Provide constructive feedback to students on their communication styles and guide them in addressing areas for improvement. Maintain accurate and complete records of student attendance, performance, and assessments, adhering to professional record management standards. Collaborate with the Superintendent and other relevant training personnel to ensure all training initiatives align with institutional goals. Perform other duties or tasks as reasonably assigned by the supervisor.
Teamwork Bold initiative Thinking safely Upholding quality Technical Skill Driving quantity Driving attendance OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Standby work required Overtime when necessary Exposure to dust, heat and noise PC Literacy An understanding of the cultural and political environment An understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures
Grade 12 Certificate Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering, Mineral Science, or related mining qualification Valid Blasting License First Aid Certificate Driver’s License Experience Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in open-pit mining, with at least 3 years at a supervisory level Strong technical knowledge of heavy mining equipment and their operations Comprehensive understanding of open-pit mining practices, safety standards, and operational planning Demonstrated ability to lead and manage diverse teams in a high-pressure environment Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Proficiency in using PCs and relevant mining software systems
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Vacancy title:
4 Shift Supervisor, Production – Rompad
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Mining, Category: Management]
Jobs at:
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, May 28 2025
Duty Station:
Solwezi | Solwezi | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, May 14 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Job description:
Purpose
The Shift Supervisor, Production – Load & Haul (Rompad) is responsible for leading and executing load and haul activities during assigned shifts, ensuring production targets are met safely, cost-effectively, and in compliance with quality standards. The incumbent will ensure optimal deployment of equipment and personnel, provide strong team leadership, and uphold statutory and company regulations related to health, safety, environment, and production.
Key Responsibilities
- The incumbent will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
- Assist in managing the section budget, including input into budget preparation and reviewing performance against financial targets.
- Supervise and coordinate shift activities, including the deployment of equipment and personnel to achieve production targets.
- Provide direction and motivation to crew members, ensuring discipline, productivity, and career development.
- Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing safety standards and promoting best practices across the crew.
- Lead and manage the performance of the crew, ensuring continuous improvement and accountability.
- Maintain effective communication with other supervisors, Mine Captains, and support departments to ensure operational alignment.
- Monitor equipment utilization and efficiency; identify underutilization or operational issues and provide corrective guidance to pit crews.
- Perform other duties as required to support operational excellence and team effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 Certificate
- Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering, Mineral Science, or related mining qualification
- Valid Blasting License
- First Aid Certificate
- Driver’s License
Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in open-pit mining, with at least 3 years at a supervisory level
- Strong technical knowledge of heavy mining equipment and their operations
- Comprehensive understanding of open-pit mining practices, safety standards, and operational planning
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage diverse teams in a high-pressure environment
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Proficiency in using PCs and relevant mining software systems
BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS
- Teamwork
- Bold initiative
- Thinking safely
- Upholding quality
- Technical Skill
- Driving quantity
- Driving attendance
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Standby work required
- Overtime when necessary
- Exposure to dust, heat and noise
- PC Literacy
- An understanding of the cultural and political environment
- An understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: associate degree
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