Job Location: Eritrea, East Africa
Job Closing Date: 01 September 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
Support mine engineering for the Harena Underground project, a new greenfield shaft sinking and portal development, and support operational readiness. Provide planning, scheduling, and technical coordination. Support safe and efficient development through design review, contractor coordination, and integration of ventilation and dewatering across early works and operational phases.
TASK DESCRIPTION Expanded TO CORE PERFORMANCE AREAS
Underground Mine Planning and Scheduling
- Develop comprehensive short-term and long-term mine plans for underground operations
- Create detailed production schedules and sequencing plans
- Plan and schedule underground development activities including ramps, levels, and infrastructure
- Coordinate mine planning with surface operations and processing requirements
- Mentor and coach national mine engineers
- Optimize mine layouts
- Integrate all underground activities into comprehensive project schedules
Contractor Support and Coordination
- Provide technical support and guidance to underground construction contractors and EPC Superintendent
- Coordinate contractor activities with overall project schedule and requirements
Ventilation System
- Conduct ventilation modeling and airflow analysis using VentSim software working with consultant
- Plan ventilation infrastructure including fans, airways,; working with consultant
- Support contractor installation and commissioning of ventilation systems
Dewatering
- Plan & coordinate pumping systems, sumps, and infrastructure; working with consultant
Mine Infrastructure
- Plan and design underground infrastructure; working with consultant
- Development, review, monitoring, and management of the execution plan
- Technical audits and evaluation, including mining methods, infrastructure, designs, schedules, and financials
Project Management
- Underground planning projects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams
Report Writing
- Generate weekly and monthly reports
UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS / OTHER INFORMATION
- Start-up experience an asset
- Strong Deswik skills (Cad & Scheduler)
- Candidate must be physically medically fit.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Qualifications
- Degree in Mining Engineering
Knowledge and Experience
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the mining industry.
- 5+ years working experience in Mine Design & Scheduling.
- Experience in zinc or other base metal mining is essential.
- International experience is desirable
- Experience with underground ventilation and dewatering systems
Technical Skills
- Computer Literacy
- MS Office – Intermediate, Excel – Advanced; MS project – Advanced).
- Competent in mining and scheduling software, i.e., Surpac, Datamine, Deswik, VentSim
- Strategic planning.
- Project planning.
- Budgeting.
- Plan, organise, and execution.
- Risk management and assessment.
- Analytical and Problem solving.
- Technical Report writing, A good knowledge of the mineral reporting codes, including the NI43-101 and JORC code.
- Cost modelling.
Behavioural Skills
- Communications
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary environment.
- Ability to conduct Engineering matters to various levels.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and achieve project milestones.
- Good leadership skills