AMS Botswana Mining Jobs at Motheo Copper Project
staff writer | Tuesday April 7, 2026 08:24
DRILL AND BLAST SUPERINTENDENT
Job Summary
Reporting to the Mining Manager the incumbent will manage the Drill and Blast operations according to the agreed plan, while providing a place of work that is safe and free from risk to health and to environment with the objective of ensuring that efficiency and cost targets are met.
Key Responsibilities
Attend the daily drill and blast meetings as well as internal and external (Client) meetings associated with blasting requirements
Ensure the daily/weekly plan is followed and allocate resources (people and equipment)
Develop continuous improvement and optimization programs within drill functions
Monitor drill activities by ensuring regular inspections are undertaken and participating in Safety Meetings and trainings as required.
Ensure compliance with legislation, standards and internal policies and procedures
Ensure that hazards are identified, risks assessed and effectively controlled
Ensure adequate training is provided for all mine operations staff in ground control issues
Perform monthly safety inspections, audits and Identify areas of opportunity for improvement
Coordinate with the training department in performing training needs analysis
Ensure All Drill and Blast operations are aligned to Mines, Quarries, works and Machinery Ac and Explosives Act
Job Requirements
Diploma or Degree in mining or equivalent.
Must be registered with Engineers’ Registration Board
Valid Class B Drivers’ License
Open Cast Botswana Blasting license with 3 years blasting experience
5 years’ experience in Ground Engaging Tools (GET), drill and blasting
Computer Literacy
Familiar with use of electronic blasting systems
LOAD & HAUL SUPERINTENDENT
Job Summary
Reporting to the Mining Manager the incumbent will be required to provide strong leadership application and involvement in overseeing safety, production & labour management within the Load and Haul operation in line with Legal requirements as per MQWM Section 17.1
Key Responsibilities
Promote a culture that ensures full compliance with all applicable AMS safety standards & procedures
Familiarize with legislative, client and AMS safety and health requirements
Participate in pre-start and toolbox meetings, safety inspections with the supervisors & work crew
Ensure all incidents and accidents are reported accordingly
Knowledge of communication channels and availability of data information to be communicated
Effectively supervise the delivery of the safe production and load & haul assignments within budget, on time and to the required safety quality standards
Effectively runs a shift and responsible for production crew and productivity
Timely ensure that production schedules are executed in accordance with mine plan and relevant company policies, procedures, and safe practices
Regular follow production schedules in line with the instructions issued out by the immediate supervisor
Manage the running of entire shift
Produce per set daily, weekly, and monthly production targets
Attend planning meetings as required to align to the plan
Execute the plan as directed by the Mine Panning Engineer
Execution and monitoring of dewatering activities as per the dewatering strategy
Effectively ensure maximum utilization of manpower and plant within their respective workplaces
Ensure effective utilization of the dispatch system to manage fleet and positively impact production
Allocate resources (people and equipment and make sure they are effectively and efficiently used)
Identify areas of opportunity for improvement and provide regular feedback on performance of team and future plans to team members
Job Requirements
Diploma or Degree in Mining or equivalent
Valid Botswana Open Pit Blasting License
8 years’ experience in in an open pit environment of which 3 years should have been at supervisory level
Computer Literacy
BLASTING SUPERVISOR
Job Summary
Reporting to the Senior Drill & Blast Engineer, the incumbent will assist in blasting process optimization by providing assurance across the whole D&B process. From polygons marking, cleaning, drilling quality, explosives quality, stemming and post blast results analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise the overall blasting operation for Motheo project by proactively managing stakeholder relations with the client
Coordinating of AECI’s PLTs activities on behalf of AMS in order to attain drill and blasting objectives.
Compilation and implementation of charge instructions for every charging pattern by engaging with AECI crew
Provision of the required stemming equipment and material to AECI prior to charging blocks.
Monitoring and control of AECI’s stock inventory at the emulsion plant and management of magazines logistics.
Liaison with AMS drilling supervisors to ascertain satisfactory pattern preparations and drill hole quality assurance
Ensuring that blasting times are adhered to always
Compilation and recording of quality assurance reports for every blasted block
Ensuring that MMUs undergo their monthly calibration schedule
Subordinates’ effectiveness
Ensuring legal and statutory compliance to AMS SHE systems and objectives amongst your team
Job Requirements
Diploma in Mining Engineering or equivalent in an open pit environment
At least 5 years’ experience in the mining industry with use of both electronic and shock tube initiation systems
Valid Botswana Open Pit Blasting License
Valid ERB practicing certificate
Knowledge of Microsoft office
Good communicator
SENIOR MINING ENGINEER(DRILL & BLAST)
Job Summary
Reporting to the Production Engineering Manager, the successful incumbent will be required to review and implement the AMS Drill and Blast Technical standards that meet the Project commitments. This will include Drill and Blast designs and optimisations, Explosives Blasting Contractor deliverables, cost management and control.
Key Responsibilities
To develop sectional budget and optimizations of running costs
To ensure effective use of drilling systems to ensure accurate blasthole drilling
Ensure proper use of blasting systems for effective blast results
Ensure drill holes are designed to set standards
Develop and maintain systems and processes for managing and reporting drill and blast information
Improve and maintain high level QA/QC system across the drill and blast process for good blast results
Process improvement initiatives and implementation for good blast results and cost savings
To ensure effective utilization of Drilling & Blasting resources
Achieving and maintaining high Safety, Health and Environment standards.
Implementation of the departmental talent management initiatives by ensuring the right competencies and effectiveness of manpower (capacity building)
Management of the Explosives and Blasting Contractor for legal, work/contract requirements and costs control
Provide Client with monthly reports on Drilling & Blasting and technical initiatives
Assist Mine Planners in developing excellent daily, weekly and monthly plans
Ensure Client relations is managed in a cordial manner in all matters
Job Requirements
Degree/Diploma in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
Contract Mining experience (Desirable)
10 years’ experience in mining environment, 5 of which should have been at Senior Mining Engineer level
Valid Botswana Open Pit Blasting License with 5 years’ experience
Valid ERB practicing certificate
Botswana Class B driver license
Please respond by sending your applications (Clearly indicating the position applied for on email subject area), certified certificates and CV’s to:
Recruitment.botswana@amsgh.com
Closing date: xxth April 2026