MSKC Metsia Senqu-Khubelu Consultants
LESOTHO HIGHLANDS DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS
LHDA
Vacancies: DRILL & BLAST AND TBM INSPECTORS X2
MKSC Joint Venture are the Professional Service Consultants for the design and construction supervision of the Polihali Transfer Tunnel Lesotho Highlands Water Project-Phase II project. The works via Katse Reservoir, through the Transfer Tunnel and Delivery Tunnel, to the Ash River Outfall between Clarens and Bethlehem in South Africa. From the Ash River, the water flows down the Liebenbergsvlei until it joins the Wilge River near Frankfort, before finally reaching the Vaal Dam in Gauteng, South Africa. We invite applications from qualified personnel for the positions listed above.
Applications Deadline
14th May 2025
Roles: Drill & Blast Inspector and TBM Inspector (2 Positions)
Project: Polihali Transfer Tunnel
Employer: MKSC Joint Venture Partner Company or Sub-Consultant
Location: Either at Katse or Polihali tunnel sites in the Lesotho Highlands
Experience: BSc/B Eng or B Tech or National Diploma in Civil Engineering or similar approved.
High Level Role Description and Duties:
You will be part of a dynamic team representing MSKC-JV who provide professional services for the design and construction supervision of the Polihali Transfer Tunnel for the LHDA.
- The incumbent shall have experience in underground drill & blast or Tunnel Boring Machine operations as a minimum.
- Reports to the Senior Inspector/Section Engineer (D&B/TBM).
- Inspects the whole of the Works to ensure compliance with contract documents, drawings, and specifications as well as relevant & applicable standards or codes.
- Inspects drill & blast or Tunnel Boring Machine construction activities and construction progress which may include ensuring procedures and materials comply with specifications.
- Observes work in progress to assure conformance with requirements, and acceptable workmanship.
- Checks drawings/plans for compliance with project specifications.
- Notes and communicates any identified discrepancies of the Works.
- Ensures that the Contractor’s production teams conduct Toolbox Talks, DSTIs, Task-Based Risk Assessments, etc.
- Prepares daily diaries, document inspections, photograph status/conditions of the Works and shares such records with the Senior Inspector and Section Engineers.
- Ensures safe execution of Works by the Contractor and/or sub-contractors.
How to Apply:
Applications must be accompanied by an application letter detailing which position is being applied for, your detailed CV, certified copies of educational certificates, THREE work-related referees with contact details (one should be from current/previous supervisor or employer).
Applications should be emailed in read-only PDF format to: [email protected]. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Disclaimer: The response is 14 days after the closing date. The applicant should regard their application as unsuccessful if not contacted during the response period.