Graduate, Mining Engineer
2026-09-22T08:28:37+00:00
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
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FULL_TIME
Kalumbila
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Mining
Science & Engineering, Energy & Mining
2026-10-01T17:00:00+00:00
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Overall Job Purpose
The Graduate Trainee will undergo a structured development program aimed at equipping them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to excel in their chosen field. This role provides hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to various aspects of the business operations at FQM Trident Limited.
Specific Job Responsibility
The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include.
- Participate in structured on-the-job training programs across different departments.
- Support departmental projects, operations, and daily activities.
- Conduct research, data analysis, and reporting to aid decision-making.
- Collaborate with senior staff and cross-functional teams to optimize operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies in all assigned tasks.
- Engage in continuous learning and skill development through mentorship and training sessions.
- Contribute innovative ideas and solutions to improve business processes.
- Maintain accurate documentation of tasks, findings, and progress reports.
Job Specific Competencies
Technical Knowledge: Understanding of mining legislation, SOPs, and operational procedures.
Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety protocols and risk assessment methodologies.
Problem-Solving: Ability to tackle practical, production-oriented problems through mini-projects.
Project Management: Skills in managing projects, including planning, execution, and reporting.
Key Job Attributes
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
- Initiative and ability to work independently under supervision.
- Strong safety awareness and adherence to workplace regulations.
- Willingness to be based on-site at one of ou FQM Trident Limited.
- Ability to work in a multicultural and diverse team environment.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.
Experience required to perform in this job
- No prior experience required.
- Internships or practical experience in mining operations will be advantageous.
- Ability to multi-task & work well under pressure and in a team environment
- Good verbal and written communications skills
- Computer literate in Microsoft office suit
Qualifications
Degree in a relevant field (Mining Engineering, Mining Geology, geo-science ,Geometallurgy, Data Science, Environmental Sciences, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Forestry, or any Natural Resources Management field, Computer Science/Statistic / Mathematics.
No prior experience required. Internships or practical experience in mining operations will be advantageous.
- Participate in structured on-the-job training programs across different departments.
- Support departmental projects, operations, and daily activities.
- Conduct research, data analysis, and reporting to aid decision-making.
- Collaborate with senior staff and cross-functional teams to optimize operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies in all assigned tasks.
- Engage in continuous learning and skill development through mentorship and training sessions.
- Contribute innovative ideas and solutions to improve business processes.
- Maintain accurate documentation of tasks, findings, and progress reports.
- Understanding of mining legislation, SOPs, and operational procedures.
- Knowledge of safety protocols and risk assessment methodologies.
- Ability to tackle practical, production-oriented problems through mini-projects.
- Skills in managing projects, including planning, execution, and reporting.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
- Initiative and ability to work independently under supervision.
- Strong safety awareness and adherence to workplace regulations.
- Ability to work in a multicultural and diverse team environment.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.
- Ability to multi-task & work well under pressure and in a team environment
- Good verbal and written communications skills
- Computer literate in Microsoft office suit
- Degree in a relevant field (Mining Engineering, Mining Geology, geo-science ,Geometallurgy, Data Science, Environmental Sciences, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Forestry, or any Natural Resources Management field, Computer Science/Statistic / Mathematics.
No Requirements
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Vacancy title:
Graduate, Mining Engineer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Mining, Category: Science & Engineering, Energy & Mining]
Jobs at:
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, October 1 2026
Duty Station:
Kalumbila | Lusaka
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, September 22 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Overall Job Purpose
The Graduate Trainee will undergo a structured development program aimed at equipping them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to excel in their chosen field. This role provides hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to various aspects of the business operations at FQM Trident Limited.
Specific Job Responsibility
The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include.
- Participate in structured on-the-job training programs across different departments.
- Support departmental projects, operations, and daily activities.
- Conduct research, data analysis, and reporting to aid decision-making.
- Collaborate with senior staff and cross-functional teams to optimize operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies in all assigned tasks.
- Engage in continuous learning and skill development through mentorship and training sessions.
- Contribute innovative ideas and solutions to improve business processes.
- Maintain accurate documentation of tasks, findings, and progress reports.
Job Specific Competencies
Technical Knowledge: Understanding of mining legislation, SOPs, and operational procedures.
Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety protocols and risk assessment methodologies.
Problem-Solving: Ability to tackle practical, production-oriented problems through mini-projects.
Project Management: Skills in managing projects, including planning, execution, and reporting.
Key Job Attributes
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
- Initiative and ability to work independently under supervision.
- Strong safety awareness and adherence to workplace regulations.
- Willingness to be based on-site at one of ou FQM Trident Limited.
- Ability to work in a multicultural and diverse team environment.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.
Experience required to perform in this job
- No prior experience required.
- Internships or practical experience in mining operations will be advantageous.
- Ability to multi-task & work well under pressure and in a team environment
- Good verbal and written communications skills
- Computer literate in Microsoft office suit
Qualifications
Degree in a relevant field (Mining Engineering, Mining Geology, geo-science ,Geometallurgy, Data Science, Environmental Sciences, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Forestry, or any Natural Resources Management field, Computer Science/Statistic / Mathematics.
No prior experience required. Internships or practical experience in mining operations will be advantageous.
Work Hours: 8
Experience: No Requirements
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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