Vacancy title:
Underground Loader Operator

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Mining, Category: Energy & Mining, Transportation & Logistics, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]

Jobs at:
LC & Y Company

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, August 27 2026

Duty Station:
Chibuluma Mine,Lufwanyama , Copperbelt Province | Kalulushi

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, August 11 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Job Purpose

To safely and efficiently operate underground load-haul-dump (LHD) equipment to load, haul and discharge ore and waste material in accordance with mine production plans, operating procedures and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate underground (Shandong Shili/TYMG Underground Mining Dump Truck) LHD/loader equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load and transport ore and waste material to designated locations.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and report equipment defects.
• Operate equipment within designated underground areas and according to instructions.
• Maintain accurate production and equipment operating records.
• Monitor equipment performance and report mechanical abnormalities.
• Maintain good housekeeping around working areas.
• Comply with ground control, ventilation and other underground safety requirements.
• Attend toolbox meetings and participate in safety programmes.
• Properly use and maintain all required PPE.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, incidents and equipment defects.
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Valid Heavy Equipment / LHD Operator Certificate or relevant mining equipment operating qualification.
• Minimum 2 years' experience operating underground LHD/loader equipment.
• Previous experience in an underground hard-rock mining environment is highly advantageous.
• Good knowledge of underground mining safety procedures.
• Physically fit and able to work underground on a shift basis.

GENERAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

For all three positions, candidates must:

• Be medically fit to work in an underground mining environment.
• Be willing to work shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays where required.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.
• Have a good safety record.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary mining team.
• Comply with all LC&Y Chibuluma Mine PLC policies, procedures and statutory requirements.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: high school

Job application procedure
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Required Documents

• Application Letter.
• Updated CV.
• Certified Grade 12 Certificate.
• Copy of NRC.
• Valid LHD/Loader Operator Certificate.
• Relevant training certificates.
• Valid Silicosis Medical Examination Certificate.
• Contact details for at least three traceable referees.

APPLICATION METHOD

Applications should clearly indicate the position being applied for in the subject line.

The Human Resources Department

LC&Y Chibuluma Mine PLC

Chibuluma Mine

Kalulushi, Copperbelt Province, Zambia

Closing Date:27TH AUGUST,2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

LC&Y Chibuluma Mine PLC is an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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