UMS Botswana Pty Ltd (a division of the UMS Group) is busy with an underground vertical shaft sinking project with JDS Energy & Mining Inc. (the EPCM contractor) for Lucara Botswana (Pty) Ltd at the Karowe Diamond Mine at Letlhakane in the Boteti sub-district. This exciting project is currently in the Main Sink contract phase. Shaft sinking and underground construction activities require critical skills and experience with an expert understanding of sinking methodologies, underground construction, mine health and safety, as well as contract management knowledge, which is essential. We are currently searching for suitably qualified and experienced candidates to be considered for the below positions in Letlhakane. Please note that all positions are project based.
The Shaft Sinking Project Engineer is responsible for giving professional and expert guidance on all engineering specifications for Electrical and Mechanical activities, with specialised focus on the head gear construction and winder and rope calculations used in the Sinking, Equipping and Underground Construction of the project. It is scheduled will report to the Shaft Sinking Project Manager and the UMS Group Technical Executive Manager.
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
How to Apply
Job Summary
Type: contract
Location: Letlhakane
Category: Engineering
Closing Date: 2026-05-22
Key Responsibilities
Engineering QA/QC in terms of technical performance and maintenance management.
Plant and Equipment Management and Maintenance
Workshop Management and Administration
Budget Control and Procurement Management
Target, Fixed assets and Reduction Management
Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Compliance
Requirements
Recognised Engineering Degree/ Higher Diploma or equivalent qualification.
Certificate of Competency as issued by the relevant Government to ensure legal appointments can be carried at a Mining/Sinking site.
10 years’ experience as a Senior Engineer in a Sinking and Underground Construction Project.
Proven Project Management Experience.
How to Apply
Only candidates who meet the above requirements and submit a detailed CV with certified proof copies of certificates will be considered. All candidates must be medically fit to perform the roles above. Only candidates who meet the above requirements need to apply, by enclosing a current CV and certified proof(s) copies of certificates. The reference code for each position must be indicated in the subject line on both the email and application letter. Due to a high volume of applications, failure to comply with reference code requirements will result in the disqualification of an application. Applications received after the closing date will not be taken into consideration. Should you not hear from the Company within a period of 21 days after the closing date, your application shall be deemed unsuccessful. The closing date for the above adverts is 22 May 2026. All applications are to be submitted to the Group HR department at: spsrecruitment@umsint.com
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