Shift Supervisor – Sandfire Motheo

January 23, 2026

Job Description

Shift Supervisor Ref:270

31-Jan-2026

Plant

Motheo Copper Mine, Ghanzi, BOTSWANA

This position is responsible for meeting all production requirements in a safe, timely and efficient manner.

This position is responsible for meeting all production requirements in a safe, timely and efficient manner and to coordinate and assist in supervising a plant processing team to maximize safety and improve productivity.

Key Performance Areas

  • Ensuring that plant operational targets are within guidelines to meet metallurgical targets.
  • Monitoring trends and plant measurements to ensure optimal plant performance.
  • Coordinate, assign and monitor daily activities of operations personnel to ensure KPIs are achieved for optimal plant performance.
  • Coordinate, prioritise and liaise with Maintenance personnel to ensure maintenance requirements are addressed in a timely manner.
  • Oversee the preparation of plant log sheets and plant documents.
  • Ensuring quality compliance with statutory regulations.
  • Promoting a safe workplace and culture.
  • Providing technical support and direction, coaching, and mentoring a team of Process Operators.
  • Completing workplace inspections and investigations as required.

Qualifications:

  • Tertiary qualification in Chemical Engineering / Mineral Processing or related field related discipline will be an added advantage.
  • Valid Light Duty Vehicles Driver’s License.

Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a leading hand/process supervisor in the mining industry.
  • Track record in delivering effective supervision, leadership, and technical expertise to processing teams.

Technical/Behavioural Competencies:

  • Proficient computer literacy pronto and MS Office.
  • Full understanding of industry safety standards.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of basic software, such as Word and Excel.
  • Honesty, reliability, hardworking and be a good team player.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
  • Evidence in driving high performance across diverse teams.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ethical and reliable leader.
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