Superintendent - UG Geotechnical Engineering

Kamoto Copper Company Société Anonyme, KCC SA in acronym, is a Congolese company operating in Kolwezi, capital of the province of Lualaba, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

KCC SA exploits copper and cobalt ores on a large scale. It includes an underground mine, open-pit mines and integrated metallurgical facilities. The operation has one of the largest copper reserves in the world, with a current life of over 25 years.

As an industrial mining company, we provide safe workplaces and support the sustainable development of the local economy. We maintain a constructive and open dialogue with the communities that host us, as well as with the provincial and national government.

Under the supervision of the Manager – Geotechnical and Hydrogeology, the role of the incumbent will be to supervise and coordinate electrical maintenance activities related to fans and compressors in underground mining environments. He/she will ensure the availability, reliability and performance of this critical equipment for ventilation and compressed air. The position involves strict compliance with HSE standards, energy optimization and business continuity. The incumbent will also manage the technical teams and implement maintenance strategies. He/she will actively contribute to the continuous improvement and overall performance of the facilities.

He/She will have, among others, the following essential functions (non-exhaustive):

• Ensure the management of geotechnical risks. This includes identifying, assessing and mitigating risks related to geotechnical conditions in the underground environment, as well as implementing critical controls and preventive measures to ensure the safety of people, equipment and infrastructure.
• Supervise geotechnical engineering activities. This includes coordinating engineers, technicians and associated teams, allocating resources, as well as monitoring the performance of geotechnical activities in accordance with mine plans and operational objectives.
• Provide technical support to mining operations. This includes the integration of geotechnical considerations into production plans, mining sequences, mine designs, and development and rehabilitation activities.
• Develop and implement geotechnical strategies. This includes defining strategies to optimize productivity, improve excavation stability, and align technical resources with the mine's short-, medium- and long-term goals.
• Carry out and manage geotechnical studies. This includes planning, carrying out or supervising technical studies, analysing geotechnical data and making recommendations to solve operational problems.
• Ensure the monitoring and reporting of geotechnical performance. This includes reporting, analyzing deviations from plans, and proposing and following up on necessary corrective actions.
• Control the quality of work and support systems. This includes inspecting underground excavations, verifying the compliance of support systems, and implementing corrective actions in the event of non-compliance.
• Manage budgets and optimize costs. This includes tracking expenses, analyzing budget variances, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and optimizing resource utilization.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation. This includes analyzing production data, implementing practices such as Short Interval Control, and identifying opportunities to improve performance, safety, and costs.
• Develop skills and supervise teams. This includes mentoring, training, performance evaluation, as well as fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence within teams.

Job Requirements

KCC SA does not accept applications submitted by people under the age of eighteen (18). In accordance with article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, KCC SA receives all applications without distinction or discrimination. However, as part of its Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, KCC SA or its employees do not receive any remuneration or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process. Violators are subject to legal action.

Any act or attempt of bribery related to this job application must be reported via the Glencore Group Raising Concerns Programme channels. Please scan the QR code to access the channels.

Furthermore, KCC SA pursues the objective of a transparent, fair and equitable recruitment process and, therefore, does not tolerate any interference or intervention in any way whatsoever in its recruitment process. Any failure on this point will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate concerned.