Descriptions

SUMMARY

OVERVIEW

- Shanta Mining Company Limited intends to recruit suitably qualified and experienced personnel for the commencement of underground mining operations at Singida Gold Mine.

- The recruitment offers successful candidates an opportunity to be part of the team establishing and developing a new underground mining operation from its early stages.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Operate jumbo drilling equipment to drill development headings and other underground excavations accurately and efficiently in accordance with approved drill plans, designs and operational instructions.

- Carry out face preparation, drilling, scaling and ground-support activities and ensure that drilling patterns, hole alignment and other work meet required technical and operational standards.

- Conduct pre-start inspections, monitor equipment condition, perform authorised basic maintenance and promptly report defects or operating issues to maximise equipment availability and safe operation.

- Maintain accurate drilling and shift records and ensure all activities comply with Company procedures, mine standards and applicable safety and environmental requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

- Certificate of Advanced Secondary Education or equivalent.

- Recognised competency or certification in the operation of underground jumbo drilling equipment.

- Valid Tanzanian driving licence.

- Valid blasting and dangerous goods certificates are preferable.

- Minimum of three (3) years’ recent experience operating jumbo rigs in underground hard-rock mining.

- Experience operating Atlas Copco, Sandvik or similar jumbo drilling equipment.

- Demonstrated experience in drilling techniques, ground-support installation, scaling and basic equipment maintenance.

- Ability to read and interpret underground mine plans and a demonstrated record of safe underground mining practices.

BENEFITS

- Not specified in the job description.

DEADLINE

- 18th July 2026

JOB TYPE

- Full-time

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified Tanzanian candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to submit an application letter, an updated CV and copies of relevant certificates by email to [email protected] Use the instructions inside the job description to apply.