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 direct supervision of the Underground Production Manager, the role of the incumbent will be to plan, coordinate and supervise all underground mining production activities to ensure the achievement of safety, production, quality and cost objectives. He/She will ensure the optimal use of human, material and technical resources while ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and regulatory compliance standards. The position actively contributes to the continuous improvement of operational performance, team development and collaboration with the various departments to ensure sustainable, safe and efficient mining operations.

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

Ensure the coordination of underground mine production operations. This includes planning, organizing, and day-to-day supervision of production activities to achieve tonnage, ore quality, and productivity targets, while ensuring execution in line with production plans and operational priorities;
Ensuring compliance with Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards. This includes implementing the company's HSE policies, proactively identifying hazards and risks, tracking corrective and preventive actions, as well as promoting a "zero incident" culture among employees and partner companies;
Optimize production performance and cost control. This includes monitoring performance indicators, analysing gaps between objectives and results, implementing improvement actions and optimising the use of resources to ensure profitable and sustainable production;
Develop and monitor operational budgets. This includes preparing the department's quarterly, monthly and annual budgets, controlling expenses, monitoring operating costs as well as proposing measures to improve the financial performance of mining operations;
Collaborate with technical and support departments. This includes regular communication with the Mine Technical Services, Maintenance, Processing Plant, Supply and other support functions to ensure effective planning and coordination of mining activities;
Develop skills and support teams. This includes coaching, mentoring, and developing employees to strengthen their technical skills, autonomy, commitment, and ability to achieve set goals;
Ensuring the availability and optimal use of mineral resources. This includes coordinating staff, equipment, spare parts, consumables, and infrastructure to maximize equipment availability and ensure efficient execution of production plans;
Promote operational excellence and continuous improvement. This includes identifying opportunities for improvement, participating in the development of new ways of working, contributing to operations optimization projects, and adopting mining industry best practices;
Ensure regulatory and operational compliance. This includes compliance with mining legislation, environmental requirements, internal procedures, governance standards as well as company policies to ensure responsible and compliant operations;
Supervise contractors and operational stakeholders. This includes coordinating the contracting companies working on the site, monitoring their performance, verifying their compliance with HSE and operational requirements as well as maintaining effective working relationships with all stakeholders;

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

University degree or higher in Mining Engineering or a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience may be considered.
Significant experience in underground mining.
Minimum of 15 years of experience in the mining industry, including at least 7 years in an underground mining operations management position.
Demonstrated experience with mechanized mining methods in underground mines.
Good knowledge of stop-stop operations with backfill.
Experience managing mining operations in developing countries.
Experience supervising multidisciplinary staff and managing contracting companies.
Good knowledge of mining legislation, environmental requirements and industry best practices.

Technical skills.

Management of underground mining operations.
Mine production planning and coordination.
Budget management and operational cost control.
Monitoring of performance indicators (KPIs).
Operational risk management and HSE.
Mastery of mechanized mining methods.
Knowledge of stopping techniques with backfilling.
Management of mining resources (personnel, equipment and consumables).
Knowledge of mining and environmental legislation.
Contractor Performance Management.
Operational analysis and problem solving.
Continuous improvement and process optimization.
Excellent cross-functional communication skills.
Proficiency in office tools and mining operations management software (depending on the systems used by the company).

Attitude and behaviour

Mobilizing and exemplary leadership.
Strong health, safety and environmental culture.
High sense of responsibility and professional ethics.
Results and performance orientation.
Excellent organizational and planning skills.
Ability to make decisions in a demanding operational environment.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to develop and support teams.
Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic mining environment.
Spirit of continuous improvement and innovation.
Ability to work effectively with multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
Respect for diversity, equity and inclusion, with an approach that promotes a respectful and collaborative work environment.

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.

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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.

Undeground Production Superintendent