Huakan Botswana Mining Jobs
staff writer | Friday March 6, 2026 10:49
Job Advertisement (4 Positions)
1. PROJECT MANAGER
Position Overview
The Project Manager is responsible for the strategic oversight and operational execution of Huakan’s mineral exploration portfolio in Botswana. This role bridges the gap between high-level corporate objectives and technical field execution, ensuring all geological programs are delivered safely, on budget, and in full compliance with Botswana’s mining laws.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Planning & Operational Delivery
Oversee the full lifecycle of exploration projects—from initial prospecting and geochemical sampling to advanced diamond drilling and resource definition.
Ensure all technical milestones are met with high precision, maintaining “bankable” quality data for potential feasibility studies.
2. Stakeholder Coordination & Resource Management
Lead multidisciplinary teams (Geologists, Drillers, and Field Assistants) to ensure seamless communication between the Gaborone office and remote project sites.
Manage relationships with external drilling contractors, assay laboratories, and local Botswana suppliers to maintain a high standard of quality control.
3. Financial Oversight & Cost Control
Develop and manage comprehensive project budgets, specifically monitoring “cost-per-meter” drilling efficiency.
Implement rigorous cost-tracking measures to ensure high-intensity exploration campaigns remain within the fiscal parameters set by Huakan Group.
4. Risk Management, Health & Safety (HSE)
Identify operational risks (e.g., environmental hazards, equipment failure, or logistics in the Kalahari) and implement robust contingency plans.
Ensure all field operations strictly adhere to the Botswana Mines, Quarries, works and Machinery Act to maintain a zero-harm workplace.
5. Client & Regulatory Relations
Act as the primary liaison between Huakan International and the Department of Mines and Botswana Geoscience Institute (BGI).
Address technical and commercial inquiries from stakeholders, ensuring transparency and professional representation of the company’s interests.
Core Competencies
Leadership: Ability to manage diverse, multicultural teams in high-pressure field environments.
Technical Savvy: Proficiency in interpreting geological reports and resource modeling to make informed management decisions.
Compliance Expertise: Deep understanding of the Botswana Minerals Act and environmental permitting.
2. OPERATIONS MANAGER
Focus: Strategic Operational Oversight & International Compliance
Position Overview
The Operations Manager is responsible for the systematic execution of Huakan’s mining and exploration portfolio in Botswana. This role ensures that complex field programs are transformed into streamlined, cost-effective, and safe operations. You will act as the operational bridge between the Botswana subsidiary and the Chinese parent group, ensuring international standards meet local regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Project Execution & Resource Allocation
Direct the end-to-end operations of exploration licenses, prioritizing resource allocation (personnel, machinery, and fuel) to meet drilling targets.
Synchronize project schedules with seasonal constraints (e.g., rainy season logistics) to ensure year-round efficiency.
2. Process Standardization & Cross-Cultural Integration
Develop and refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that bridge Chinese corporate standards with Botswana’s mining industry best practices.
Serve as the primary driver for cross-cultural team synergy, ensuring seamless communication between expatriate technical experts and local Botswana staff.
3. Management Optimization & Value Establishment
Rigorously manage project budgets, focusing on reducing “non-productive time” (NPT) in field operations.
Conduct cost-benefit analyses on procurement (e.g., local vs. international sourcing) to maximize the economic return of each exploration phase.
4. HSE Governance & International Compliance
Design and enforce a comprehensive Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) framework that exceeds the requirements of the Botswana Mines and Minerals Act.
Lead incident investigations and safety audits to maintain a “Zero Harm” culture across all remote project sites.
5. High-Level Stakeholder & Supply Chain Coordination
Manage critical contracts with drilling companies, geophysical consultants, and logistics providers, ensuring high service-level agreements (SLAs).
Resolve complex commercial disputes and operational bottlenecks to keep project momentum steady.
6. Data-Driven Reporting & Business Intelligence
Synthesize raw field data into high-level performance analytics for the Board of Directors and Group Management.
Provide actionable insights on project “burn rates” and technical progress to support rapid executive decision-making.
Core Competencies
Logistical Mastery: Proven ability to manage supply chains in remote, semi-arid environments (like the Kalahari).
Financial Literacy: Strong command of project accounting and cost-control software.
Regulatory Knowledge: Deep familiarity with Botswana’s environmental (DEA) and mining (Department of Mines) permitting processes.
3. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT
Focus: Strategic Growth, Mineral Rights Acquisition & Stakeholder Diplomacy
Position Overview
The Business Manager is the strategic architect of Huakan’s commercial presence in Botswana. This role is responsible for identifying high-value mineral targets, negotiating complex joint venture (JV) agreements, and ensuring that the company’s “Social License to Operate” remains strong. You will lead the effort to expand Huakan’s footprint in the Kalahari Copper Belt and other emerging mineral provinces.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Market Expansion & Asset Acquisition
Identify and evaluate new Prospecting License (PL) opportunities through the Botswana Geoscience Institute (BGI) and private acquisitions.
Drive business growth by identifying under-explored mineral terrains and presenting investment cases to the Chinese parent group.
2. Competitive Intelligence & Mineral Economics
Monitor the activities of competitors (e.g., Sandfire, Khoemacau, and HBIS) to position Huakan advantageously in the local market.
Analyze global metal price trends (Copper, Nickel, Lithium) to provide data-driven recommendations on project acceleration or divestment.
3. Contractual Governance & Legal Compliance
Lead negotiations for Farm-in/Farm-out agreements, Joint Ventures, and service contracts with technical consultants.
Ensure all business activities align with the Botswana Companies Act and the Mines and Minerals Act, minimizing legal exposure for the parent group.
4. High-Level Stakeholder Diplomacy
Act as the primary commercial point of contact for the Ministry of Minerals & Energy and the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC).
Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with local land boards, tribal authorities, and environmental agencies to ensure smooth project entry.
5. Commercial Risk & Dispute Resolution
Proactively resolve commercial bottlenecks, such as land access disputes or supplier contract deviations, ensuring zero downtime for field operations.
Manage the “Commercial Risk Register,” identifying potential threats to the company’s investment in the region.
6. Executive Reporting & Strategic Insights
Produce quarterly “Market Outlook” reports for the Tianjin head office, focusing on Botswana’s political stability, fiscal regime changes, and exploration trends.
Transform complex geological progress into commercial value propositions for stakeholders and potential partners.
Core Competencies
Negotiation Mastery: Proven track record of closing high-value deals in the natural resources sector.
Regulatory Savvy: Expert-level understanding of Botswana’s mining fiscal regime (royalties, taxes, and licensing).
Cross-Cultural Communication: Ability to bridge the gap between Chinese corporate strategy and Botswana’s local business culture.
4. SENIOR GEOLOGIST
Location: Khoemacau, Toteng / Field-based (Project Sites), Botswana
Reporting to: Senior Geologist / Exploration Manager
Job Purpose
The Geologist will be responsible for executing field exploration programs, geological mapping, and data analysis to identify and evaluate mineral deposits. This role involves a mix of technical office-based modeling and rigorous field-based data collection to support the company’s strategic growth in the Botswana mining sector.
Key Responsibilities
1. Exploration & Fieldwork
Conduct detailed geological mapping, rock sampling, and soil geochemical surveys across prospecting licenses.
Supervise and coordinate drilling programs (RC and Diamond), including rig inspections, collar spotting, and downhole surveying.
Perform high-quality lithological and structural logging of drill cores and chips.
2. Data Management & Analysis
Manage the collection and integrity of geological data, ensuring strict adherence to QA/QC protocols.
Utilize geological software (e.g., Leapfrog, Micromine, or Surpac) to interpret 3D data and assist in resource estimation.
Interpret geophysical and geochemical data to refine exploration targets.
3. Reporting & Compliance
Prepare technical reports for the Department of Mines and the Botswana Geoscience Institute (BGI) to maintain license compliance.
Contribute to the preparation of internal monthly progress reports and feasibility study inputs.
Ensure all activities comply with Botswana’s Mines and Minerals Act and environmental regulations.
4. Safety & Environment
Promote a “Safety First” culture at all drill sites and field camps.
Monitor environmental impact during exploration and oversee the rehabilitation of drill sites.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Earth Sciences (Honours preferred).
Experience: 3–5 years of experience in mineral exploration, preferably within the Kalahari Copper Belt or similar terrains.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in geological modeling software (Micromine, Surpac, or ArcGIS).
Strong understanding of structural geology and mineralization styles (e.g., sediment-hosted copper or magmatic nickel-copper).
Attributes:
Willingness to work in remote field locations for extended periods.
Valid Class B Driver’s License.
Fluency in English (written and spoken); knowledge of Mandarin or Setswana is a plus but not mandatory.
Closing Date: 2 weeks from the date of posting
How to Apply: Send your resume and work samples to:
linqingxiao@huakanbw.com / yangzhijie@huakanbw.com