Mining Engineer Internship

NAMICO is the investment arm of the national government in respect to minerals with powers to; Engage in mineral prospecting and mining and any other related activities, invest on behalf of the national government. Acquire by agreement or hold interests in any undertaking, enterprise or project associated with the exploration, prospecting and mining.

Job Title :  Mining Engineer – Intern
Terms Of Service : Contract
Grade: 10
No Sought : 1
Ref : NAMICO/ME/02/2025

Job Description

To implement the Divisions’ mandates by preparing plans and applications for mineral rights and periodical performance; Implementing mine scheduling, waste rock management and land reclamation plans, managing run of mine stockpiles; preparing reports on mineral rights; implementing mine environmental, safety, and health regulations; carrying out geotechnical assessments and land reclamation operations.

To implement the Division’s mandate by conducting metallurgical tests, preparing designs for the supervising installation of mineral processing plants, implementing mineral processing waste plans and mine safety, environment, and health regulations, and managing mineral products stockpiles.

Key responsibilities/Duties

• Prepare applications for mineral rights and periodical performance reports;
• Prepare of mine plans;
• Geotechnical assessment of mining areas;
• Implement mine Scheduling;
• Implement waste rock management plans;
• Manage of run of mine stock piles;
• Implement mine safety, environment and health regulations in mining operations;
• Post mining land reclamation operations.

Mineral Processing Division Duties

1. Carry out metallurgical tests on mineral ores for optimal benefication methods;
2. Prepare designs and supervision of installation of mineral processing plant, cutting and polishing plant and any other equipment necessary for mineral benefication;
3. Prepare and implement mineral processing waste management plans;
4. Manage mineral products stockpiles and inventories;
5. Implement mine safety, environmental and health regulations in mineral processing

Job Dimensions

1. Participate in preparation in departmental budgets and expenditure
2. Participate in development of annual procurement and disposal plan

Working Conditions

Primarily operates from the office 70% of the time while engaging in regular local outdoor fieldwork assignments for 30% of the work.

Job Competences

Academic Qualifications

Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

Functional Skills

1. Communication skills
2. Problem Solving Skills
3. Report and minute writing Skills
4. Team player

Behavioral attributes

1. Interpersonal Skills
2. Detail-oriented
3. Commitment to work
4. Integrity
5. Emotional Intelligence
6. Ability to work in a multi racial environment and appreciate other cultures

Duration of Internship Twelve (12) months non-renewable Stipend

The interns will be paid a stipend at a rate as determined by the Public Service Commission.