Boilermaker

Job Location: Eritrea, East Africa
Job Closing Date: 09 November 2026
Salary: Market Related
Contract Period: Definite (2 Years)

Introduction to Bisha Mining Share Company

BMSC is an Eritrean company formed for the development and operation of the Bisha Mine in western Eritrea, Africa. The Bisha Mine is a high-grade copper, gold, silver and zinc mine that commenced production in February 2011. The Bisha Mine has received continuous support from the Eritrean government, who granted the Company's mining license in January 2008. The project is the first modern mine in Eritrea.

After two years of low-cost gold production, the Bisha Mine transitioned to low-cost, high-grade copper production in 2013. Starting in 2016, Bisha also produces zinc concentrate. Further resource potential exists at depth and from nearby discoveries within the Company's licensed areas.

The site is a well-established site with excellent catering and recreational facilities. The site also offers Wi-Fi internet coverage throughout the village as well international TV and a full gymnasium. Security ranks with best in the world and employees mountain bike freely. Expatriates work a roster of 6 weeks on and 3 weeks off; we offer on-site medical services as well as company medical, accident death and disability and life insurance (employee only); Employees are provided with private rooms with en-suite toilet and shower facilities; Working hours at Bisha are Monday to Saturday from 6am to 6pm with a one-hour lunch break and Sundays from 6am to 12pm with the afternoon off.

The successful candidate will earn a salary which is market related. Contract is for a period of 02 (two) Years.

Kindly Note - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks after the application closing date.

Primary Purpose

• Carries out general “Boilermaker / Welding / Fabrication” work/repairs on allocated equipment. (General repairs; fabrication of steps & handrails; door frames; feed chutes; pipes, etc.).

TASK DESCRIPTION Expanded TO CORE PERFORMANCE AREAS

Planning

• Follows the “Planned Maintenance Schedule”. (Work Orders)
• Makes a list of parts and equipment required.

Implementation of the Plan

• Identifies the highest priority for each day and focus on completing relevant tasks.
• Ensures good housekeeping.
• Lays out, positions and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications, using “straight bridge”; combination square; callipers; and ruler.
• Tack-welds or welds components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment. First assesses the area to be welded.
• Operates manual and automated welding units and equipment by depositing metal from electrode to work piece and joins the edges.
• Uses disc grinder to smooth out, weld, or grind parts prior to welding.
• Maintains correct length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
• Welds in flat and vertical planes (all position welding).
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Grinds or cleans weld joint of work piece.
• Fabrication of new or replacement parts for equipment; ladders; walkways; covers; etc.
• Assembles component parts, using hand and small power tools.
• Follows other instructions relating to the position.
• Ensure safety requirements are fulfilled at the work place, including leading Field Level Risk Assessment (FLRA) and proper use of the appropriate PPE. Report any safety issues/incidents.
• Comply with mine’s cardinal rules and other safety, environmental or other rules and standards as directed. Identifies any hazards in the work place.
• Attends technical and other training as required by supervisor.

Writing Reports & Data Control

• Compile daily; progress reports as requested.

Unique requirements/other information

• Candidate must be physically medically fit
• Must be able to work outside exposed to Heat, wind and dusty environments
• Must be able to work at Heights
• Eritrean Driver’s License Minimum Code 2 will be an advantage.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Qualifications

• Formal Trade for Ex-Pats (Boilermaker / Welder).

Knowledge and Experience

• 3 - 5 years relevant experience

Technical Skills

• Computer Literacy (MS Office – basic,)
• Attention to detail
• Analytical skill
• Boilermaker & Welding experience
• Problem solving skill.

Behavioural Skills

• Communication (English)
• Integrity
• Prioritizing skills & multi-skilling
• Ability to work towards strict deadlines
• High level of accuracy
• Self-motivation.