Lotus (Africa) Limited
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Lotus (Africa) Limited is a leading Africa-focused advanced uranium company with significant scale and resources. The Company holds an 85% interest in the Kayelekera Uranium Project in Karonga, Malawi. Lotus is committed to generating value for its shareholders, customers, and communities where it operates. The Company is situated in Karonga, Malawi and has its headquarters in Perth, Australia. Lotus is undertaking refurbishment and maintenance of the process plant and other facilities in preparation for production to commence in the near future.
Lotus (Africa) Limited invites applications from suitably qualified, energetic, and self-motivated Malawian nationals to join its team at Kayelekera Mine in Karonga District in the position below:
DISPATCH SUPERVISOR
Employment Type: Fixed Term (12 months)
JOB PURPOSE
As part of strengthening our operations team, the Dispatch Supervisor will be overseeing the effective coordination of mining equipment operations using a dispatch system.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and manage the dispatch control system to ensure optimal allocation of mining equipment (trucks, shovels, drills, etc.).
- Monitor and enforce daily production plans in real-time.
- Lead and coordinate a team of dispatch operators and ensure accurate data logging.
- Optimize equipment cycle times and reduce idle or non-productive hours.
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, safety, and planning teams.
- Analyze operational data to identify performance gaps and suggest improvements.
Qualifications and experience:
- Degree in Mining Engineering, Industrial Logistics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in mine dispatch or mobile equipment coordination.
- Proficiency in mine’ fleet management systems
- Strong analytical skills, leadership abilities, and decision-making capacity.
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards in mining.
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel mandatory; Power BI is a plus).
- Good command of English.
How to apply:
Suitably qualified candidates should send Applications, copies of certificates & an updated Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees (with position clearly indicated on the envelope) to:
The Human Resources Manager,
Lotus (Africa) Limited, Kayelekera Uranium Mine,
- O. Box 47, Karonga, Malawi.
Or email to: lal.jobs@lotusmalawi.com.
Closing date: Thursday 17th July 2025.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are not contacted within thirty (30) days after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.