Your duties will include but are not limited to the following: 

• Plan and execute drilling program with Geology Superintendent – FS, Project Engineer, Drilling projects coordinator and Geotech Superintendent located on site.
• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly look-ahead work plans with Geology Superintendent – FS, Project Engineer, Drilling projects coordinator and Geotech. Submit daily, weekly, and monthly operational and productivity repots. Generate catchup plans in case drilling is below targets
• Ensure the correct management of the drilling operations by optimizing the assets and equipment and supervising the execution of the activities of his/her subordinates.
• QAQC of rig data through the use of KRUX.
• Liaise on behalf of Company with the Client’s representative regarding contract management and interpretation.
• Verify the maintenance routines of the drilling equipment/assets are appropriate and they guarantee an efficient performance of the drilling activities.
• Be familiar with the established drilling operational procedures.
• Ensure reporting routines are fulfilled
• Verify the stock level of spare parts and consumables for the drilling equipment on the rigs of his/her competence are kept at an appropriate level.
• Cooperate with the rig site personnel in performing the rig moving activities by supervising the activity of his subordinates.
• Ensure all classification society and authorities rules and regulations applicable to the activities are adhered to.
• Be safety conscious in all his work and behavior.
• Ensure Company’s and Client’s HSE and Q/A policies and standards are implemented on the rig sites.
• Actively participate in HSE inspections/audit on the rig site
• Call for / Participate in investigations in case of serious incidents.
• Apply and ensure the correct application of prescribed safety standards and regulations.
• Verify proper housekeeping is maintained on the rig site.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:

• Batchelor of Engineering, Mechanical or Drilling or equivalent,
• Member of the EIZ, GSZ or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the drilling of the CACB (Central African Copperbelt).
• Experience in managing a large-scale RC and Diamond drill program
• Have detailed and demonstrated technical knowledge of drilling.
• Hands on experience with both DD and RC drill rigs.
• Have a detailed understanding of drill hole planning, scheduling, and optimization
• Knowledge in KRUX and Business improvement tools, project management software such as MS Project or equivalent.
• Have detailed understanding of the mechanical equipment and requirements related to different drilling types.
• Be familiar with cost reporting and cost verification as it pertains to approval of company expenditures. Have demonstrated ability to manage multiple drilling rigs at one time in a safe and cost-effective manner.

What We Can Offer You:

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.
• The ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organisation