Area Supervisor, Cable Handling

About the role

The Area Supervisor, Cable Handling leads a team responsible for safe and efficient cable handling activities that support mining operations at Kansanshi. You will oversee installation, relocation, protection, inspection and maintenance of high‑voltage and low‑voltage trailing cables, ensuring compliance with company standards and statutory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily cable handling tasks, coordinate resources and ensure timely relocation, extension and recovery of trailing cables.
• Work closely with Shift Supervisors, Mine Operations, Dispatch, Drill & Blast and Electrical Maintenance to maintain power distribution for shovels, drills, pumps and other equipment.
• Plan and execute cable relocation in line with pit advancement, conduct inspections and arrange corrective actions for damaged or non‑compliant installations.
• Coordinate cable handling before, during and after blasting, ensuring isolation, protection and post‑blast restoration of power.
• Promote a strong safety culture, enforce lock‑out/tag‑out, isolation procedures and permit‑to‑work requirements.
• Provide on‑the‑job coaching, monitor performance and identify training needs for operators and assistants.

Required profile

• Minimum three years’ experience in open‑pit mining, mine infrastructure or heavy industrial operations.
• At least two years’ supervisory or team‑lead experience.
• Valid blasting licence, first‑aid certificate and driver’s licence.
• Good planning, communication and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• High‑Voltage Switching
• Electrical Safety
• Cable Handling
• Mine Power Distribution
• Microsoft Office applications