Mechanical Foreman – Winders/Shaft Services – Lucara Diamond Corporation

Foreman
Gaborone
March 20, 2026
Full Time Contract

Job Description

Company: Lucara Botswana
Location: Letlhakane, Botswana
Job Type: Full Time
Category: Engineering
Closing Date: 30 March 2026

Reporting to the Maintenance Coordinator – Mechanical, the Mechanical Foreman – Winders and Shaft Services supervises the maintenance and repairs of shaft and winding production equipment. The position plans all aspects of mechanical and hydraulic equipment repairs and shaft operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze and supervise repairs, materials, tools, and safe work conditions
  • Diagnose and repair faults on equipment and machinery in operation
  • Analyse breakdowns to identify root causes
  • Conduct regular equipment inspections
  • Investigate incidents/accidents in area of responsibility
  • Implement and control preventative maintenance
  • Manage spares and equipment availability
  • Compile technical reports, method statements, and risk assessments
  • Ensure people effectiveness
  • Ensure legal compliance
  • Ensure safety, health, and environmental compliance

Requirements

  • BGCSE or equivalent qualification plus a valid Trade Certificate in the mechanical field
  • At least 6 years post-qualification maintenance experience with mine winders and shaft maintenance, with at least 3 years at supervisory level
  • At least 3 years minimum experience on DC Double Drum Winders
  • Knowledge and experience in the maintenance and operation of vertical shafts, wind plants, winding ropes, and conveyances
  • Proficient in troubleshooting and reading schematics for pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical repairs
  • Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and other systems
  • Underground mine experience is required
  • Class B Driver’s License

How to Apply

Only candidates who meet the above requirements need to apply. Send a detailed CV and certified copies of certificates to: [email protected]

Closing date: 30 March 2026

Clearly indicate the position applied for in the email subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be responded to.

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