Position: Foreman
Location: Ngope-Tsoeu (Roma), Lesotho
Closing Date: 16 April 2024
Overview
CJ Mining Holdings is seeking motivated and career-focused graduates and qualified Basotho candidates to join its diamond prospecting project in Ngope-Tsoeu (Roma). This is a 5-year employment contract at the mining phase, supported by a 6-month on-the-job training (OJT) program. No prior experience is required. This opportunity is ideal for individuals aiming to build a career in mining and supervision.
Key Responsibilities
1. Supervising and Leading a Team
-Direct and assign tasks to a team of general laborers and skilled tradespeople.
-Provide clear instructions and ensure understanding of assignments.
-Motivate and guide the team to achieve project objectives.
-Monitor performance, provide feedback, and resolve any issues.
2. Work Planning and Coordination
-Understand project plans, specifications, and schedules.
-Plan daily or weekly team activities.
-Coordinate with supervisors, trades, and other foremen to ensure smooth workflow.
-Ensure materials, tools, and equipment are available as needed.
3. Ensuring Safety Compliance
-Enforce safety regulations and procedures on-site.
-Conduct safety briefings and toolbox talks.
-Identify and mitigate potential hazards.
-Ensure the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
-Report and investigate incidents or accidents.
4. Monitoring Progress and Quality
-Track work progress and adherence to the schedule.
-Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
-Identify defects or rework needs and report them to relevant managers.
5. Problem Solving
-Resolve daily challenges and issues on the worksite.
-Offer practical solutions to maintain progress.
6. Communication and Reporting
-Maintain effective communication with crew, supervisors, and management.
-Submit regular updates and required documentation including timesheets and reports.
7. Equipment and Material Management
-Oversee the use and maintenance of equipment.
-Ensure proper storage and handling of materials.
-Report damaged or missing equipment.
8. Training and Development
-Provide training to less experienced workers.
-Identify training needs within the team.
Requirements and Qualifications
-COSC or any Commercial Diploma
-Additional short courses will be an advantage
-Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills
-Ability to work under pressure and in remote field environments
-Commitment to safety and quality standards