Kamoto Copper Company Société Anonyme, KCC SA in acronym, is a Congolese company operating in Kolwezi, capital of the province of Lualaba, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

KCC SA exploits copper and cobalt ores on a large scale. It includes an underground mine, open-pit mines and integrated metallurgical facilities. The operation has one of the largest copper reserves in the world, with a current life of over 25 years.

As an industrial mining company, we provide safe workplaces and support the sustainable development of the local economy. We maintain a constructive and open dialogue with the communities that host us, as well as with the provincial and national government.

Under the supervision of the Regional Technical Study Manager, the post holder will liaise with all technical disciplines such as mining engineers, environmental engineers, geologists and surveyors. External liaison is required with consultants, suppliers and laboratory staff.

The Senior Hydrologist will be responsible for hydrological and surface water support functions for projects in Africa.

He/She will have, among other things, the following essential functions (non-exhaustive list):

• Conduct in-depth hydrogeological investigations, including site assessments, field studies, data collection and analysis. Interpret geological, hydrological and geophysical data to characterize groundwater aquifers and groundwater flow systems.
• Design and implement groundwater monitoring programs to assess water quality, quantity, and potential impacts. Install and maintain monitoring wells, collect samples, and analyze data to ensure accurate and up to date information.
• Use hydrological and runoff mobilization software to simulate groundwater and surface water flow and other relevant processes. Interpret modeling results to support decision making and develop strategies and management plans for sustainable resource management.
• Support collaboration between mining hydrogeology, geotechnical and operations teams across different sites and regions, ensuring that innovation and best practice initiatives are successfully shared.
• Work in synergy with interdisciplinary teams, including geologists, environmental scientists, engineers and regulatory agencies, to ensure that project objectives are achieved efficiently.
• Design and implement water monitoring technologies across our operations.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with all levels of stakeholders.

Job requirements .

KCC SA 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, KCC SA 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, KCC SA 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, KCC SA 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.