MINING MANAGER (PATERSON BAND EL)
JOB PURPOSE: Reporting to the General Manager the Mining Manager will ensure the effective
management of the mining production department to meet Letšeng Diamonds’ short-term
mining planning objectives and production targets in the continuous delivering of diamond
bearing ore to the treatment plant whilst ensuring the mining of waste material as per plan.
MAIN OUTPUTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages the overall mining operation at Letšeng Diamond Mine.
Applies and manages the implementation of HSE strategies in the mining environment
Develops and maintains management systems and controls to track and manage the
achievement of production targets
Scrutinises long-term mining plans received from Strategic Technical Services to ensure
they are practical and achievable.
Provides direction to staff in the translation of long-term mining plans into practical
short-term mining plans and agrees/approves short-term mining plans to ensure the
optimal achievement of production targets
Co-ordinates the activities of direct subordinates and contractors via planning and report
back meetings
Ensures the correct manning levels with appropriate competencies and skills are in place
Manages budgets and resources (requested and allocated) and thereby costs, for the
achievement of production activities and objectives
Adopt and address the continuous improvement of all aspects of the production operation
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
A diploma/degree in Mining Engineering
10-12 years relevant open pit mining production
6 years in a management role
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
System Development, knowledge and application of relevant software packages
Knowledge and application of mining procedures
Open cast blasting experience
Mining law
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates will be required to undergo a Medical Examination of fitness as per
requirements.
Interested candidates should submit their applications and CV to; The Human Resources
Office, Letšeng Diamonds House, Corner Kingsway and Old School Road P. O Box 12508, Maseru
100, Lesotho; or email to applications@letseng.co.ls
CLOSING DATE: 5th May 2017
DISCLAIMER: Only short-listed candidates will be responded to.
