Underground Mining Engineer Job Vacancy at Shanta Gold Mining Ltd

Underground Mining Engineer Job Vacancy at Shanta Gold Mining Ltd

Underground Mining Engineer

Shanta Gold Mining Ltd

Songwe

Location: New Luika Gold Mine, Songwe, Tanzania
Roster: 42 Days On / 21 Days Off (6/3 Weeks)
Reports To: Senior Underground Mine Engineer
Application Deadline: 26th October 2025

Position Overview

Shanta Gold Limited is seeking a qualified and experienced Underground Mining Engineer to join the team at New Luika Gold Mine in Songwe, Tanzania.

The role is responsible for planning, designing, and overseeing all aspects of underground mining operations — including production and development planning, engineering design, feasibility studies, scheduling, and daily activity tracking. The successful candidate will ensure that operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards while upholding high standards of health, safety, and environmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Planning

Support the Senior Underground Mining Engineer in preparing operational and capital budgets.
Manage day-to-day planning activities in alignment with monthly, annual, and long-term production plans.
Prepare development and stope designs and schedules to ensure safe and efficient production.
Administer mining production processes and oversee on-site activities.
Collaborate with the Senior Engineer to review production schedules and implement contingency plans when required.
Perform other duties as assigned in line with company procedures, operational standards, and safety requirements.

Health, Safety & Infrastructure

Promote and ensure the health and safety of all site personnel.
Design mine infrastructure, ventilation systems, and mining services.
Ensure equipment safety and manage mine equipment supplies.
Supervise major underground construction projects to ensure smooth execution.
Report all obstacles, hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly and accurately.

Team Collaboration & Reporting

Work closely with shift leaders, foremen, and captains to communicate plans and achieve production targets.
Compile and present monthly or quarterly production forecasts and performance reports.
Manage required permits and ensure all activities comply with mining regulations.
Provide coaching, mentorship, and technical support to junior engineers and team members.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering or Geological Engineering from a recognized university.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an underground mining environment.
At least 2 years’ experience in underground mine design, planning, and scheduling.
Experience in gold mining and narrow vein mining preferred.
Proficiency in underground mining design and planning software (Deswik preferred).
Strong communication, presentation, planning, and problem-solving skills.

How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and certificates via email to:
[email protected]

Please indicate the subject line as:
“Underground Mining Engineer Application”

Deadline: 26th October 2025