Superintendent Crushing
2025-04-14T11:47:00+00:00
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
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FULL_TIME
Solwezi
Solwezi
10101
Zambia
Consulting
Management
2025-04-30T17:00:00+00:00
Zambia
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At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.
Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.
Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.
Job description:
Purpose
The purpose of this role is to drive the crushing and pit construction operations toward achieving production goals in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. By doing so, the superintendent contributes significantly to the mine’s overall success and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations and strategic planning /design /implementation/ progress, budgets and schedules of the crushing and pit construction activities within a large copper and gold mining operation.
- Ensure that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
- Manage and lead a team of operators, technicians, and contractors, focusing on optimizing
- Manage and lead cross-functional teams to execute projects successfully by providing guidance and support through various stages of the project life cycle.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental policies when executing any work-related activities.
- Develop strategies to minimize risks associated with construction projects and implement measures to mitigate potential issues before they become major problems.
- Effectively communicate with the business and cross functional departments regarding project status updates, changes or delays if necessary.
- Keep accurate records of all relevant documentation related to each project, including contracts, agreements, schedules etc.
- Coordinate meetings between key stakeholders such as engineers, architects, contractors, subcontractors and other professionals involved in the project.
- Review invoices received from contractors and submit them for payment after verification of their authenticity and accuracy.
- Perform quality control checks on completed work to guarantee adherence to specifications outlined in contract documents.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or similar field preferred but not required; equivalent experience may substitute for education requirements.
- Proven 10-15 years’ experience managing large scale civil engineering projects preferably involving crushing pits.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong knowledge of construction methods and materials used in crushing pit projects.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other software applications commonly used in project management such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, etc.
- Excellent organizational skills to handle multiple tasks at once without compromising attention to detail or deadlines.
- Ability to make sound decisions quickly based on available information under pressure situations.
- Good written and verbal communication skills essential for conveying technical information clearly and concisely both in writing and speaking engagements.
- Must possess high levels of integrity, accountability, reliability, resourcefulness, discipline and initiative.
- Able to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and priorities while remaining focused on achieving goals set forth.
Oversee the day-to-day operations and strategic planning /design /implementation/ progress, budgets and schedules of the crushing and pit construction activities within a large copper and gold mining operation. Ensure that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Manage and lead a team of operators, technicians, and contractors, focusing on optimizing Manage and lead cross-functional teams to execute projects successfully by providing guidance and support through various stages of the project life cycle. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental policies when executing any work-related activities. Develop strategies to minimize risks associated with construction projects and implement measures to mitigate potential issues before they become major problems. Effectively communicate with the business and cross functional departments regarding project status updates, changes or delays if necessary. Keep accurate records of all relevant documentation related to each project, including contracts, agreements, schedules etc. Coordinate meetings between key stakeholders such as engineers, architects, contractors, subcontractors and other professionals involved in the project. Review invoices received from contractors and submit them for payment after verification of their authenticity and accuracy. Perform quality control checks on completed work to guarantee adherence to specifications outlined in contract documents.
Strong knowledge of construction methods and materials used in crushing pit projects. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other software applications commonly used in project management such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, etc. Excellent organizational skills to handle multiple tasks at once without compromising attention to detail or deadlines. Ability to make sound decisions quickly based on available information under pressure situations. Good written and verbal communication skills essential for conveying technical information clearly and concisely both in writing and speaking engagements. Must possess high levels of integrity, accountability, reliability, resourcefulness, discipline and initiative. Able to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information. Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and priorities while remaining focused on achieving goals set forth.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or similar field preferred but not required; equivalent experience may substitute for education requirements. Proven 10-15 years’ experience managing large scale civil engineering projects preferably involving crushing pits.
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Vacancy title:
Superintendent Crushing
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Management]
Jobs at:
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, April 30 2025
Duty Station:
Solwezi | Solwezi | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, April 14 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.
Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.
Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.
Job description:
Purpose
The purpose of this role is to drive the crushing and pit construction operations toward achieving production goals in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. By doing so, the superintendent contributes significantly to the mine’s overall success and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations and strategic planning /design /implementation/ progress, budgets and schedules of the crushing and pit construction activities within a large copper and gold mining operation.
- Ensure that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
- Manage and lead a team of operators, technicians, and contractors, focusing on optimizing
- Manage and lead cross-functional teams to execute projects successfully by providing guidance and support through various stages of the project life cycle.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental policies when executing any work-related activities.
- Develop strategies to minimize risks associated with construction projects and implement measures to mitigate potential issues before they become major problems.
- Effectively communicate with the business and cross functional departments regarding project status updates, changes or delays if necessary.
- Keep accurate records of all relevant documentation related to each project, including contracts, agreements, schedules etc.
- Coordinate meetings between key stakeholders such as engineers, architects, contractors, subcontractors and other professionals involved in the project.
- Review invoices received from contractors and submit them for payment after verification of their authenticity and accuracy.
- Perform quality control checks on completed work to guarantee adherence to specifications outlined in contract documents.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or similar field preferred but not required; equivalent experience may substitute for education requirements.
- Proven 10-15 years’ experience managing large scale civil engineering projects preferably involving crushing pits.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong knowledge of construction methods and materials used in crushing pit projects.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other software applications commonly used in project management such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, etc.
- Excellent organizational skills to handle multiple tasks at once without compromising attention to detail or deadlines.
- Ability to make sound decisions quickly based on available information under pressure situations.
- Good written and verbal communication skills essential for conveying technical information clearly and concisely both in writing and speaking engagements.
- Must possess high levels of integrity, accountability, reliability, resourcefulness, discipline and initiative.
- Able to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and priorities while remaining focused on achieving goals set forth.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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