Mabiza Resources Limited (“Mabiza”) operates the Munali Nickel Mine (“Munali”), which is located in the Mazabuka District, 75kms south of Lusaka, Zambia. Mabiza is a wholly owned entity of Consolidated Nickel Mines Ltd.

The Mine is a modern, world-class facility with fully mechanized underground operations. To support this vision. Mabiza is seeking the services of an experienced and qualified individual to take up the position of: –

Role: Mine Captain (X1)

Reporting: Underground Manager

Job Purpose: Manage resources to ensure production targets are achieved for development, stoping, tramming and backfilling operations.

Ensure that mine stope production activities are undertaken according to mine designs.

Responsibilities: –

• Ensure that all mining activities are according to the survey and design and controls
• Ensuring that the operatives meet daily production targets as set in the mine plans
• Ensure quality service from Technical Service Departments on time and comply with legal requirements.
• Ensure that backfill operations are done to standard and plan
• Ensure that the excavation of all mine developments and stopes is as per standard requirements.
• Ensuring that the correct ore and head grade is mined and delivered to the ROM pad.
• Ensuring the maintenance of high safety standards for all employees under his responsibility.
• Ensure that all work areas have adequate ventilation.

Skills & Qualifications: –

• Grade 12 certificate
• Diploma in Mining
• Degree in Mining will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 4 years work experience in a reputable mine
• Holder of a valid Blasting License & First Aid Certificate
• Exposure to sub-level open stope and backfill mining operations is a must
• Computer literate
• People Management
• Analytical skills