ESTIMATOR – KHOEMACAU COPPER MINING

Job Overview

Location
Gaborone, Gaborone
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
3 days ago

Additional Details

Job ID
58

Job Description

THERE ARE EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES WITH KHOEMACAU COPPER MINING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

 

 

1. CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR
1. MINING SUPERINTENDENT
1. CONTRACT SPECIALIST
1. STORAGE LEAD
1. WAREHOUSE CONTROLLER
1. ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER
1. PROJECT CONTROL SPECIALIST
1. PROJECT ACCOUNTANT
1. ESTIMATOR
1. PROJECT TRANSLATOR
1. PROCUREMENT SUPERINTENDENT
1. SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT (SHE) TRAINER

 

 

We are looking for suitably qualified, highly motivated, talented, innovative, hands-on, dynamic team players capable of working both collaboratively, as well as independently. Suitable candidates should possess a high level of integrity, show strong commitment, and express the desire to deliver operational excellence through Zero Harm. The positions are based at the Mine Site located between Maun and Sehithwa in Ngamiland. To be successful, you must enjoy getting out on site and have the enthusiasm, and interest to work in a remote location, as well as deliver in a multicultural work environment. Only Botswana Citizens May Apply. WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

While developing the first fully mechanised underground mine in Botswana, we offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment, great culture, good benefits, a competitive salary and family-friendly rosters.

 

 

1. ESTIMATOR

 

 

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:

 

 

The project Estimator develops accurate cost estimates for all phases of a mining project—including feasibility, construction, infrastructure, and operations—by analysing technical inputs, market rates, resource requirements, and project scope. The Estimator supports financial planning, risk analysis, budget setting, and bid evaluations, ensuring project decisions are commercially sound and strategically aligned.

 

 

CORE DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE:

 

 

• Supporting the alignment of estimates with project budgets and assisting in cost reconciliation during revisions and scope changes.
• Working closely with technical teams to validate design assumptions, construction methodologies, and resource requirements.
• Maintaining thorough records of cost models, assumptions, basis of estimate documents, and updating logs for audit and review.
• Identifying estimating process improvements and utilising appropriate software tools, e.g. Candy, Excel, CostX and SAP, to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE:

 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

• Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Mining Engineering/ Quantity Surveying/
• Project Controls/Construction Management/ Finance or Cost Engineering (with mining project exposure

 

 

Certifications (Preferred or Advantageous)

 

• Registered with a professional body, e.g. PMI, AIQS and ECSA.
• Training or certification in estimating software tools such as CostX, Candy, or SAP.
• SHEC-related awareness training, particularly if working on active mine sites.

 

 

Minimum Experience and Knowledge:

 

• At least 5–7 years’ experience in estimating roles on mining or heavy industrial projects.
• Exposure to various project phases.

 

More Information

  •  JOB APPLICATION DETAILS 

    APPLICATION DETAILS
    HOW TO APPLY: Please send your CV and motivation only, to: Director - People and Communications at: kcmrecruitment@mmg.com NB: Write ONLY the title of the position you are applying for on the subject line. A valid class B driver’s license and good driving record is a must for all positions. Due to the high volume of applications received for our advertised positions, only shortlisted applications will be contacted. To those applicants not shortlisted, we extend our appreciation for considering MMG Kinsevere Copper Mining as a potential employer.

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