Mine Supervisor, Hauling

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 of the Role

To oversee and coordinate the day-to-day operational activities within the assigned area of responsibility, ensuring compliance with company safety standards, policies, and ethical principles while driving continuous improvement in productivity, efficiency, and cost control. The role also supports the Production Coordinator in achieving operational, safety, and production objectives.

Key Accountabilities

Specific Job Responsibility

• Supervise and coordinate all hauling operations, ensuring full compliance with mining legislation, explosives regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
• Ensure the daily operational plan is executed safely, efficiently, and within the required timeframes and performance standards.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate daily, weekly, monthly, and annual production and development activities to achieve operational objectives.
• Deliver development and production targets in line with approved budgets, business plans, and operational requirements.
• Optimize the allocation and utilization of personnel, mobile equipment, and other resources to maximize productivity and operational efficiency.
• Promote and maintain discipline, accountability, and high-performance standards to foster a safe and productive work environment.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members to enhance competency levels and support succession planning initiatives.
• Oversee the operation of all hauling fleets, crushers, and in-pit stockpile activities to ensure safe and efficient material movement.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with equipment logbook requirements, ensuring accurate and complete operational records.
• Contribute effectively to team performance and support the achievement of departmental and site production goals.
• Ensure operational controls, procedures, and standards are implemented and maintained across all equipment and activities to achieve compliance with mine plans and performance expectations.
• Identify operational risks and implement appropriate corrective actions to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Perform any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Production Coordinator in support of operational requirements.

Job Specific Competencies

• Strong knowledge of truck fleet utilization and equipment optimization.
• Effective workforce planning, scheduling, and coordination skills.
• Good understanding of mining production equipment and basic condition monitoring principles.
• Sound knowledge of mine and haul road geometry.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and team development capabilities.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving ability in a mining operational environment.
• Solid understanding of safety management systems, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, and cost efficiency.

Key Job Attributes

• Detail Orientated.
• Problem Solving.
• Professionalism.
• Must possess Excellent communication skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Must be flexible to work and attend to any shift as assigned.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Conflict resolution.
• Must be an active listener.
• Must be a good team player.
• Good public speaker.
• Ability to make precise judgment and decisions.
• Ability to delegate as and when need arises.
• Must be able to effectively manage time.
• Must be smart.
• Self-driven.
• Commercial awareness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Full Grade 12 Certificate.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• Valid Blasting License issued by the relevant Zambian regulatory authority.
• Valid Explosives Handling Certificate.
• Valid First Aid Certificate is an advantage.
• Valid Driver's License.
• All academic qualifications must be verified and validated by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Decision-making under pressure.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office and mine management systems).
• Attention to detail.
• Report writing.

Behavioral Competencies

• Safety Leadership.
• Integrity.
• Accountability.
• Respect.
• Teamwork.
• Operational Excellence.
• Continuous Improvement.
• Customer Focus.
• Initiative.
• Professionalism.
• Results Orientation.

Important Notice

Beware of imposters who call applicants purporting to be HR Officers and requesting money for work. First Quantum Minerals does not request applicants to pay any fees for possible placement within FQM in Zambia.

Please report any activities of this nature to the Zambian Police and Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), and in addition call and inform FQM Trident Limited on a 24/7 Call Center number +260963659999.

All Employees must apply via Workday. Click on Career Hub, then click on Browse Jobs and search and apply for the job or alternatively click on the Workday link provided below. You will be directed to log into Workday, where you will be redirected to the Find Internal Job Opportunities page, where you can search and apply for the role. For any assistance, please contact your HRBP.

How to Apply

Applicants should apply through the First Quantum Minerals careers portal.

Closing Date: 25 September 2026.

⚠️ Legitimate employers do not charge candidates fees to secure employment. Be cautious of anyone requesting payment in exchange for a job offer.

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.

Purpose

Reporting to the Coordinator, the Specialist, Maintenance, works with the Coordinator and foremen to coordinate the execution of Maintenance works on the Mining fleet.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Area Superintendent and Maintenance coordinator to effectively plan for all maintenance works in the workshop and pit area, ensuring all parts and materials needed are available.
• Assist the Coordinator in Supervising and providing leadership to the crew Foremen.
• Champion quality and provide visible leadership ‘on-the-floor’ in FQM operations.
• Recognize and celebrate achievements and success in the team; provide candid feedback, engage at all levels and lead with a People First mindset.
• Searches and sorts through the CMMS backlog to ensure all identified backlog work is included in the scheduled planned work.
• Identifies any potential consumable materials issues and works with supply chain to ensure everything required is on site prior to maintenance work.
• Assist the Coordinator in Coordinating the team to ensure all safety compliance targets are met.
• Ensure a safe work environment is maintained applying all company policies and safe work practices, demonstrating a strong commitment to the safety of employees.
• Participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis on all premature failures. Liaise with other teams in troubleshooting root cause and incident investigations including equipment failures and defects for low impact planned and unplanned events.
• Coordinate, interpret, report and communicate failure analyses through various data sources.
• Participate in the improvement of engineering standards, specifications and instructions associated with replacement, refurbishment and augmentation of equipment.
• Assist the section in developing SOP’s and QA/QC Documents.
• Assist the Coordinator and the superintendent to oversee cost and effectiveness strategies including budgeting, component tracking and the encouragement and development of initiative in subordinate levels.
• Work hand in hand with the Coordinator and Foreman to Set up workshop tooling best practices.
• Perform any other duties as required by Management.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Diploma in any Mechanical field or equivalent.
• A Degree in Mechanical engineering will be an added advantage.
• Craft Certificate in HER.
• Holder of current Valid EIZ membership.
• Ability to hold a MR207 or 210(1b) Appointment.
• Valid Driving License class B manual or better.
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English.
• Ability to achieve result is a cross cultural environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels.
• All academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).

Experience

• A minimum of 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience in a related role.
• Must have vast experience working in an environment with a huge fleet of Heavy Equipment.
• Demonstrable Experience leading Teams of Artisans and Technicians in maintenance works.
• Ability to understand and interpret oil laboratory analysis results.
• Experience in Condition based Maintenance.
• Knowledge of CMMS systems in particular Pronto.

Behavioural Traits

• Proven conflict resolution skills.
• Previous experience working in a fast paced, cross cultural environment.
• Past experience as an effective, visible and approachable leader, with the ability to work with a diverse group of people.

Operational Requirements

• Exposure to dust, heat and noise.
• Advance PC skills and database experience.
• An understanding of relevant legislation, policies, equipment and procedures.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official First Quantum careers portal.

Requisition Number: JR18514

Application Closing Date: 17 September 2026

⚠️ Legitimate employers do not charge candidates fees to secure employment. Be cautious of anyone requesting payment in exchange for a job offer.

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.

Purpose

Support IT business engagement initiatives across the organization to ensure IT and Digital solutions deliver maximum business value and accelerate digital transformation. Build and maintain strong relationships with business leaders, align IT strategy with business objectives, and champion organizational change management to drive the successful adoption of technology initiatives. Manage IT projects using best practice methodologies such as Agile Scrum, Waterfall, and Hybrid approaches, while collaborating with IT & Digital Leads and Superintendents to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Strategy, Initiation and Business Value

• Shape project objectives, scope, success measures and delivery approach with sponsors and business stakeholders.
• Develop, review and challenge business cases to ensure projects remain viable, prioritised and aligned to business value.

Requirements Management & Solution Alignment

• Lead requirements-gathering initiatives, ensuring business needs are thoroughly understood and documented.
• Conduct business impact assessments and gap analysis to inform solution architecture and implementation approaches.
• Validate that delivered solutions meet business acceptance criteria and champion user-centric design principles.

Delivery Planning and Execution

• Plan and manage software development and IT projects using fit-for-purpose Agile, Waterfall or Hybrid delivery methods.
• Define roles, accountabilities, milestones and governance controls, including Scrum Master responsibilities where required.
• Support IT Finance and Procurement management.

Change Management & Digital Adoption

• Design and implement enterprise-wide change management strategies for major technology initiatives and digital transformation programs.
• Lead organizational readiness assessments and develop comprehensive change management plans including communication strategies and training programs.
• Oversee user adoption initiatives, ensuring business users are equipped and motivated to leverage new technologies effectively.
• Drive digital transformation and supporting changes in the organizational culture.

Governance, Risk and Performance Control

• Track scope, schedule, budget, quality, risks and issues, and escalate material variances with clear corrective actions.
• Manage financial controls, cost allocation, change requests and delivery reporting to maintain transparency and accountability.

Stakeholder Engagement and Change Adoption

• Build strong working relationships with business sponsors, IT & Digital teams, vendors and end users to sustain delivery momentum.
• Communicate decisions, progress, risks and dependencies clearly, and support transition of project outputs into operational use.

Quality, Standards and Continuous Improvement

• Apply consistent delivery standards, assurance practices, templates and controls to improve quality and reduce delivery risk.
• Coach project teams, promote practical delivery discipline, and recommend improvements in software, digital and project delivery practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 Certificate.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, data science etc.
• All academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in IT Project Management/Business Partnerships.
• Proven experience as an IS Superintendent, IT Project Manager/IT Business Partner or similar role.
• Experience managing IT projects.
• Experience with Microsoft PowerApps, .NET platform, Github or Azure Devops.
• Relevant Project Management certifications i.e. Scrum Master, PMP, Prince 2 certifications etc.
• Member of ICTAZ or EIZ.

Behavioural Traits

• Effective communication.
• Ability to influence managers and employees.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership.
• Critical thinking.
• Conflict management.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in pressured and deadline-driven operating environment.
• Detail-orientated with the technical aptitude and ability to perform tasks accurately and comprehensively.
• Expert in multi-tasking, time management and planning of work.
• Excellent presentation skills.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official First Quantum careers portal.

Requisition Number: JR18512

Application Closing Date: 24 September 2026

⚠️ Legitimate employers do not charge candidates fees to secure employment. Be cautious of anyone requesting payment in exchange for a job offer.

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.

Purpose

Lead strategic business engagement initiatives across the organization to maximize the value delivered by IT and Digital solutions and accelerate digital transformation. Build and maintain strong relationships with senior business leaders, align IT strategy with business objectives, and champion organizational change management to drive the successful adoption of technology initiatives and sustainable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Business Engagement & Relationship Management

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with leaders and stakeholders.
• Serve as primary liaison between IT & Digital and business leadership, ensuring technology investments align with strategic objectives.
• Act as trusted advisor on technology trends, digital capabilities, and transformation opportunities.
• Facilitate planning sessions and workshops with departments to identify digital transformation opportunities and innovation initiatives, and drive digital strategy and prioritization.

Business Value & Portfolio Management

• Partner with leaders to shape the IT & Digital portfolio, ensuring optimal resource allocation to high-value initiatives.
• Support IT Finance and procurement management processes.
• Develop business cases with clear value propositions, ROI analysis, and benefits realization approaches.
• Conduct portfolio reviews with stakeholders to assess strategic alignment, business impact, and investment priorities.
• Champion data-driven decision making and ensure IT investments deliver measurable business outcomes.

Change Management & Digital Adoption

• Design and implement enterprise-wide change management strategies for major technology initiatives and digital transformation programs.
• Lead organizational readiness assessments and develop comprehensive change management plans including communication strategies and training programs.
• Oversee user adoption initiatives, ensuring business users are equipped and motivated to leverage new technologies effectively.
• Drive digital transformation and supporting changes in the organizational culture.

Requirements Management & Solution Alignment

• Lead requirements-gathering initiatives, ensuring business needs are thoroughly understood and documented.
• Conduct business impact assessments and gap analysis to inform solution architecture and implementation approaches.
• Validate that delivered solutions meet business acceptance criteria and champion user-centric design principles.

Governance & Performance Management

• Establish business engagement frameworks, standards, and best practices across IT & Digital.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators for business engagement effectiveness and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Lead regular business reviews to assess IT service delivery, project performance, and value realization.
• Manage escalations and drive continuous improvement in business engagement practices.

Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Establish capability development programs to enhance business analysis, stakeholder management, and change management skills.
• Build organizational capability in digital literacy and technology-enabled business transformation.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 Certificate.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, data science etc.
• Masters will be an added Advantage.
• All academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of related experience in IT Project Management/ IT Business Partnership or leadership roles.
• Proven experience as an IS Superintendent, IT Project Manager/IT Engagements or similar role.
• Experience managing software development projects or IT projects.
• Relevant Project Management certifications i.e. Scrum Master, PMP, Prince 2 certifications etc.
• Member of ICTAZ or EIZ.

Behavioural Traits

• Effective communication.
• Ability to influence managers and employees.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership.
• Critical thinking.
• Conflict management.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in pressured and deadline-driven operating environment.
• Detail-orientated with the technical aptitude and ability to perform tasks accurately and comprehensively.
• Expert in multi-tasking, time management and planning of work.
• Excellent presentation skills.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official First Quantum careers portal.

Requisition Number: JR18519

Application Closing Date: 24 September 2026

⚠️ Legitimate employers do not charge candidates fees to secure employment. Be cautious of anyone requesting payment in exchange for a job offer.

About First Quantum

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.

Purpose

The Forward, Deployed Engineer works alongside the business to identify opportunities and deliver digital solutions that create operational value across the mine value chain. Combining business analysis, solution design, data and integrations, AI, and software engineering, the role engages stakeholders to understand problems and requirements, helps translate operational needs into scalable, supportable and secure solutions, connects systems and turns data into trusted business assets, and applies AI and modern software engineering to build, deploy and support digital products, in alignment with architectural standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Analysis

• Engage stakeholders across operations and IT to understand challenges, surface opportunities, and help elicit and manage clear, prioritised requirements.
• Analyse and map business processes to translate operational needs into practical digital solutions that improve how work gets done.
• Support change and adoption, and track value and benefits realisation so that solutions deliver measurable operational outcomes.

2. Solution Design

• Design and build supportable, secure solutions that align with enterprise architecture standards and the site's technology landscape, with guidance from senior engineers on complex decisions.
• Contribute to technology and platform evaluations, applying reuse, buy or build guidance that balances capability, cost and long-term supportability.
• Apply security and integration patterns that protect data and connect systems reliably across the enterprise.

3. Data & Integrations

• Build and maintain data pipelines and integrations that connect business and operational technology systems and keep data flowing reliably.
• Apply data engineering and database skills to model, store and transform data into trusted, well-governed business assets.
• Deliver analytics and reports that turn operational data into actionable insight for decision-making across the value chain.

4. AI Solutions

• Apply generative AI and machine learning to improve productivity, decision quality and operational performance.
• Develop and deploy AI and knowledge-engineering solutions grounded in trusted enterprise data and domain knowledge.
• Follow responsible AI practices and measure value delivery so that solutions are safe, ethical and beneficial.

5. Software Engineering

• Build, deploy and support digital products that solve real business problems and create operational value.
• Apply sound software design, coding standards and quality engineering to deliver reliable, maintainable applications.
• Use DevOps practices and modern platforms to automate delivery and support secure, stable operation in production.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 Certificate.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or information systems.
• Relevant cloud, data or software engineering certifications will be an added advantage.
• All academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience in solution delivery as a developer, implementation consultant or engineer across a range of platforms.
• Business or systems analysis or developer background, with the ability to elicit requirements, map processes and translate operational needs into practical solutions.
• Data engineering skills across databases, SQL and system integration, with a good understanding of data governance and trusted data assets.
• Experience delivering analytics and applying AI or machine learning, including generative AI, with awareness of responsible AI practices.
• Proficiency in one or more languages (C#, Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS), with knowledge of SOLID principles, design patterns and manual or automated testing.
• Experience with Git, JIRA, DevOps and CI/CD pipelines, and with Agile delivery, UX and design-thinking methods, backed by strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to design supportable and secure solutions aligned to enterprise architecture standards, with sound reuse, buy or build decision-making and guidance on complex cases.
• Open-pit mining experience and knowledge of mining and resources applications (fleet management, process, smelter, safety and data-collection systems) an advantage; member of ICTAZ or EIZ an advantage.

Behavioural Traits

• Understands mining operations and applies product thinking to solve real business problems.
• Breaks down problems using structured, systems-level thinking.
• Makes sound, pragmatic decisions under changing priorities, seeking guidance where needed.
• Delivers iteratively through agile methods with an innovation and continuous-learning mindset.
• Communicates clearly through good technical writing and presentation skills.
• Collaborates effectively with stakeholders and team members to drive outcomes.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official First Quantum careers portal.

Requisition Number: JR18510

Application Closing Date: 24 September 2026

⚠️ Legitimate employers do not charge candidates fees to secure employment. Be cautious of anyone requesting payment in exchange for a job offer.

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.

Overall Job Purpose

The Officer, Local Employment and Skills Development is responsible implementing programmes that increase participation of host community members in employment and career advancement opportunities within FQM Trident Mine and its contractors. The role supports the identification, preparation, recruitment, development and retention of local talent while facilitating skills development interventions that address workforce gaps and improve long-term employability of host community members. This includes managing employment databases, monitoring contractor compliance with local employment commitments and supporting skills development initiatives aligned to operational and community needs.

Job Specific Competencies

• Understanding of Zambian employment legislation and recruitment practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and drive to meet deliverables.
• Cultural sensitivity and commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Passion for community development and sustainable employment practices.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capacity tailored to the mining industry.
• Strong networking and relationship management skills, particularly in local community contexts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills for managing records, reporting, and community profiling.
• Ability to identify skill gaps and organize relevant mine-related training programs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Knowledge of skills development, apprenticeship and vocational training frameworks.
• Strong data analysis, reporting and database management skills.
• Strong facilitation, presentation and communication skills.

Key Job Attributes

• Must be a self-starter (able to initiate and sustain a drive for positive change).
• Possess organizational skills; meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of work quality.
• Demonstrate creativity and personal initiative in problem solving.
• Must possess high levels of integrity and business ethics.
• Must be a proven communicator (both oral and written) with proficiency in English.
• Must be goal-focused; ability to meet targets without losing sight of key objectives.
• Maintain a consistent level of professionalism in relationships and communication.
• Must be detail-oriented and results-driven in the execution of roles and responsibilities.
• Must be able to work well under pressure and deliver results with minimal supervision.

Experience Required

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in local employment, human resources, workforce development, skills development, community development or socio-economic development.
• Experience working with contractors, local communities and government labour institutions.
• Experience coordinating skills development, apprenticeship or graduate programmes.
• Experience in mining, infrastructure, energy or other large-scale development environments will be an added advantage.
• Familiarity with rural communities and local context in Northwestern Province is an asset.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Community Development, Education, Public Administration, or related field.
• All qualifications must be verified by ZAQA.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official First Quantum careers portal.

Requisition Number: JR18520

Application Closing Date: 23 September 2026

⚠️ Legitimate employers do not charge candidates fees to secure employment. Be cautious of anyone requesting payment in exchange for a job offer.