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.

Job Description

The Superintendent – Production Engineering is responsible for leading the technical and engineering aspects of production execution within surface mining operations. This role ensures that production plans are effectively implemented and continuously improved, while promoting operational excellence, team development, and a strong safety culture. The Superintendent drives consistent performance through proactive leadership, systems thinking, and by bridging the gap between engineering and operations.

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

• Champion a safety-first culture; ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Oversee the implementation of safe systems of work and risk management protocols.
• Monitor and improve work environments to eliminate hazards and support health and wellbeing.
• Lead audits, inspections, and incident investigations; ensure timely close-out of actions.

• Oversee the development and implementation of effective short- and medium-term production plans.
• Ensure alignment between mine planning, operational execution, and production targets.
• Provide engineering input into shift planning, equipment utilization, and operational scheduling.
• Analyze variances to plan and recommend actionable improvements to enhance productivity.

• Support the execution of production activities in line with operational KPIs and cost targets.
• Apply engineering knowledge to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance reliability.
• Promote the use of data-driven decision-making (e.g., dispatch systems, production reporting).
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, performance, and cost optimization.

• Lead and develop a team of engineers and supervisors; ensure clarity of roles and deliverables.
• Mentor and coach team members to build technical and leadership capacity.
• Identify and address skills gaps through coaching, training, and on-the-job learning.
• Foster a collaborative team culture focused on accountability, inclusion, and results.

• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes.
• Monitor costs within area of accountability and identify opportunities for savings.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance, company policies, and external regulations.
• Promote ethical behavior and integrity in all interactions.
• Following up on contractors KPIs as per KCC company policies
• Centralize KPIs reports and ensure physical KCC leadership presence on contractor’s toolbox meetings
• Developing and integrating contractual KPIs and conduct periodic contractor performances meetings to address counter performances / bottlenecks and solutions
• Maintaining contractor tracker sheet and advise on contract relevance /renewal deadlines
• Conducting contractor field adjustment implementation when it comes to practical considerations
• Provide advised support and guidance to the mining projects team

Job Requirements

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in open-pit mining operations, including at least 5 years in a senior engineering or supervisory role.
• Proven experience in executing production plans in high rainfall or challenging environments.
• Strong understanding of mining regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.

Technical & Leadership Competencies

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with mine planning and dispatch systems (e.g., Surpac, MineSight, Modular).
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

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, its representatives and its workers do not receive any compensation or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process (application submission, application processing, tests and interviews for employment, medical examinations for employment, or induction, etc.).

Any act or attempted act of corruption must be reported through our web portal : https://glencore.raisingconcerns.org/ or by phone at: +243 970 174 000 and will be severely punished.

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.