NAJD AURUM HOLDINGS LIMITED • MINING ENGINEERING OPPORTUNITY
About the Opportunity
Najd Aurum Holdings Limited is recruiting an experienced Mining Engineer (Shaft & Drilling and Blasting) for a gold mining shaft development project in the Songwe goldfield, Tanzania.
The company is undertaking a gold mining shaft-sinking project and requires a qualified professional to lead its safe development, supervise the project team and oversee underground drilling and blasting activities.
This opportunity is intended for candidates with practical experience in gold mining, shaft sinking, underground drilling and blasting, and mine safety management.
Position Details
Employer: Najd Aurum Holdings Limited
Position: Mining Engineer (Shaft & Drilling and Blasting)
Location: Mbeya & Songwe, Tanzania
Project Location: Songwe Goldfield
Industry: Gold Mining & Underground Mine Development
Work Arrangement: Site-Based
Required Education: BSc in Mining Engineering
Required Experience: Minimum 4–5 years in gold mining, as stated in the advertisement
About the Role
The Mining Engineer will lead the development of a gold mining shaft from the initial collar through to its planned target depth.
The successful candidate will be responsible for shaft engineering, drilling and blasting coordination, day-to-day supervision and ensuring that shaft operations are conducted safely.
The role requires strong practical expertise in underground mine development and the ability to guide the site workforce while managing critical safety requirements related to ground support, ventilation and hoisting.
Key Responsibilities
1. Shaft Design & Development
- Design and lead the construction of the mining shaft.
- Oversee shaft development from the collar to the planned target depth.
- Apply relevant mining engineering knowledge to shaft development activities.
2. Underground Drilling & Blasting
- Plan and oversee shaft drilling activities.
- Coordinate charging and blasting operations within the shaft development project.
- Ensure drilling and blasting activities are conducted according to appropriate mine safety requirements and approved operating procedures.
3. Site Supervision & Team Leadership
- Supervise daily shaft development activities.
- Provide technical guidance and direction to the site crew.
- Coordinate the workforce involved in shaft construction and related underground mining activities.
4. Shaft Safety Management
- Take responsibility for safe shaft development and operations.
- Oversee ground support requirements.
- Ensure appropriate ventilation measures are addressed during shaft development.
- Oversee hoisting-related safety requirements.
- Promote safe working practices across the shaft development team.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mining Engineering.
- Gold Mining Experience: Minimum of 4–5 years of relevant gold mining experience, as specified by the employer.
- Shaft Sinking: Proven practical experience in mining shaft sinking.
- Underground Operations: Demonstrated experience in underground drilling and blasting.
- Languages: Fluency in English and Kiswahili.
- Site Availability: Ability and willingness to be based on-site in Mbeya / Songwe.
Essential Technical Competencies
- Underground shaft design and sinking.
- Gold mining operations and shaft development.
- Underground drilling and blasting supervision.
- Mining site leadership and workforce coordination.
- Shaft ground support management.
- Underground ventilation safety.
- Hoisting safety and operational oversight.
- English and Kiswahili communication.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications directly to Najd Aurum Holdings Limited.
Required Application Documents:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Relevant academic and professional certificates.
- A summary of mining shafts the applicant has previously built or worked on.
Application Email:
info@najd-aurum.com
Required Email Subject:
Mining Engineer Application - [Your Name]
APPLY BY EMAIL – MINING ENGINEER
Important: Replace [Your Name] in the email subject with your actual name. Attach your CV, certificates and a summary of relevant shaft development experience.
No application deadline was specified in the supplied vacancy announcement.
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