Mutanda Mining (MUMI S.A.R.L) is a mining company whose registered office is at No. 4746, Avenue Laurent Désiré Kabila, Mutoshi District, Manika Commune, City of Kolwezi. Its operating headquarters, the center of its main activities, is located about 42 km from the city of Kolwezi in the province of Lualaba in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

MUMI is hiring a: " Project Engineering Manager "

1. Number of vacancies: 1
2. Position level: Management
3. Contract Type: Fixed-Term
4. Job Category: Manager
5. Deadline for applications: 09 April 2026

Main objectives of the position

Under the direct supervision of the Sulphides Project Director, the Project Engineering Manager will be responsible for the overall planning, coordination, execution, and control of all engineering activities related to the MUMI Sulphide Project which include a sulphide concentrator​ and sulphating roaster​ (roasting package, crushing, grinding, flotation, thickening, filtration, tailings interface, utilities, and associated infrastructure). As the Project develops through the FS phase the scope may be expanded to include a Tailings Storage Facility, mining infrastructure and electrical power supply.

The role ensures engineering delivery is in accordance with approved scope, schedule, budget, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Minimum qualification

• National Diploma/Degree or equivalent in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Process, or related field)
• Master’s degree preferred
• Undergraduate or post graduate qualification in civil or infrastructure engineering is beneficial
• Professional ECSA registration (advantageous).

Required Experience

• Minimum 10–15 years of engineering experience.
• Minimum 5 years in an engineering or project management leadership type role
• Experience in Mining / Processing Plant / Construction / Industrial Projects required.
• Proven experience in process plant engineering and construction (advantageous)
• Experience in Africa / remote site environments (preferred)    
• Experience is required working for an Engineering Procurement and Construction Management company (EPCM) as well as taking a leadership role in a Client Owners Team.

Required skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Project and engineering management expertise
• Risk management and problem-solving
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Budget and cost control skills
• High ethical and safety standards
• High level of ownership, accountability and integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Cross-cultural communication capability.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the EPCM engineering team (process, mechanical, electrical, civil, instrumentation)
• Lead and manage the Support Owners Team engineering team (process, mechanical, electrical, civil, instrumentation)
• Develop engineering execution strategies aligned with project objectives
• Establish technical standards, procedures, and best practices
• Ensure design optimization for cost efficiency and operational performance
• Oversee engineering design from concept through detailed engineering into construction and commissioning
• Monitor Project and engineering schedules and ensure milestones are met
• Coordinate with procurement, construction, and operations teams
• Review and approve technical documents, drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Manage change control processes
• Support commissioning and start-up activities
• Ensure engineering documentation handover to operations
• Participate in troubleshooting and performance optimization
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, international standards, and company policies
• Maintain engineering quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC)
• Oversee risk assessments, HAZOP studies, and technical audits
• Ensure adherence to safety standards (HSE compliance)
• Develop and manage the engineering budget
• Optimize manpower allocation and external consultant usage
• Control engineering-related costs and identify value engineering opportunities
• Proactively identify bottlenecks and mitigate risks to ensure milestones are met
• Interface with:

• Owners team
• Site operations departments
• EPCM, vendors and construction contractors
• Operations readiness team
• Community relations
• Regulatory authorities

• Participate in presentations to senior stakeholders regarding Project progress and strategy.
• Evaluate and approve contractor engineering deliverables
• Provide technical sign off during procurement and vendor selection.
• Comply with Glencore’s environmental management requirements and procedures, as well as MUMI SARL’s environmental policy.

To apply: 

• Go to the following website: https://careers.glencorecopper.com/Copper/  Error! Filename not specified.
• Enter your username and password to access your candidate interface on our careers site.
• If you do not already have an account, please create one beforehand and keep your username and password for future use.
• Download the following documents: copy of identity card, letter of application for employment, Curriculum Vitae (CV in French and English), ONEM card.
• Report any technical difficulties to the following address: application.Queries@mutandamining.com

N.B:

• Only applications that meet the required criteria will be considered.
• Applications did not contact two weeks after the closing of this recruitment notice should be considered as not having been selected.
• Applications received will be kept in the Company's database for a period of six (6) months in complete confidentiality.
• By sending your Curriculum Vitae, you give permission to MUMI SARL to share your information with the participants in the selection process for this position only; and checks of your academic and/or professional background, as well as your references may be undertaken.

IMPORTANT: 

• MUMI SARL does not accept applications submitted by people under the age of eighteen (18).
• In accordance with Article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, MUMI SARL receives all applications without distinction or discrimination.
• However, as part of its equal opportunity, diversity, equity, and inclusion agenda, female applications are strongly encouraged.
• In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, MUMI SARL or its employees do not receive any remuneration or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process. Violators are subject to legal action.
• Any act or attempted bribery in connection with this application must be reported through the Glencore Group' s "Speak Out and Express Concerns" channels.

Stay very vigilant about employment scams!

We have been informed that unauthorized people are falsely using the name and logo of MUMI SARL to post false job offers and/or ask for money. MUMI SARL never asks for a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

MUMI S.A.R.L does not accept applications submitted by people under the age of eighteen (18). In accordance with article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, MUMI receives all applications without distinction or discrimination. However, as part of its Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, MUMI or its employees do not receive any remuneration or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process. Violators are subject to legal action.

Any act or attempt of bribery related to this job application must be reported via the Glencore Group Raising Concerns Programme channels. Please scan the QR code to access the channels.

Furthermore, MUMI S.A.R.L pursues the objective of a transparent, fair and equitable recruitment process and, therefore, does not tolerate any interference or intervention in any way whatsoever in its recruitment process. Any failure on this point will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate concerned.