Mining Engineer at Eta Zuma Mining and Industries Limited

Eta Zuma Mining and Industries Limited provides premium solutions to businesses in the primary and secondary sectors of the economy, especially those in solid minerals, extractive industry, manufacturing industry and agriculture. Some of its clients are Zuma 828 Coal Limited, IMEX Mineral Resources and Processing Company, Zuma Energy Nigeria Limited, Zuma Steel W/A Limited, and Zuma Metals & Energy Resources Limited.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mining Engineer

Location: Kogi
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Category: MTM

Job Summary

• To plan, design, and implement safe and efficient mining operations, ensuring optimal resource extraction and adherence to regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Shall Plan Mine design and material management.
• Shall lead the implementation of short, medium and long-term business objectives of the company, preparing the business plan and performance reports with senior management on current and future initiatives for improved business performance.
• Shall oversee all coal mining operations from design to development stage and issue report to the Executive management
• To establish all resource requirements (financial, human capital, material, administrative and technical) needed to achieve the business objectives of the company.
• Shall drive the achievement of set and agreed production targets of the company.
• Ensure that all company mining operations comply with company-approved SOPs, policies and processes.
• To ensure optimal utilization of the company resources (facilities, equipment, etc).
• Shall oversee all technical aspects of operations by ensuring all mining and maintenance plans and procedures are strictly adhered to.
• To ensure measures are put in place to mitigate operational risks and eliminate production losses.
• To ensure global best practices (working in line with quality system management of ISO 9001) are adopted in the day-to-day operations of the company.
• Shall foster the learning, capacity building and development of every member of staff.
• Shall ensure proper and prompt communication of information, resolutions, communiques and other relevant information to the staff of the company on a need to know basis.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering or a related field.
• Master's degree in Mining Engineering (preferred).
• 10 years of experience in mining operations.
• Professional registration with a relevant engineering board.

Competency Requirements:
Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of mining engineering principles, including rock mechanics, geotechnical engineering, and mineral processing.
• Proficiency in mining software (e.g., MineSight, Vulcan, Surpac).
• Knowledge of surveying, drilling, and blasting techniques.

Analytical Skills:

• Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Communication Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.

Leadership Skills:

• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire team members.

Project Skills:

• Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting.

Safety and Environmental Awareness:

• Commitment to safety and environmental sustainability.
• Knowledge of relevant safety regulations and environmental standards.

Application Closing Date
22nd November, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online