Morupule Coal Mine (MCM) is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Internal Auditor – Technical in Botswana.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced Mining or Metallurgical Engineering professional with 3–5 years of relevant mining experience, professional registration with the Engineering Registration Board (ERB), and a strong understanding of risk management, internal controls and mining operations.

Job Details

Position: Internal Auditor – Technical
Company: Morupule Coal Mine (MCM)
Location: Palapye, Botswana
Industry: Mining
Job Category: Internal Audit / Engineering / Risk Management
Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering – Mining or Metallurgy
Experience: 3–5 years relevant mining experience
Closing Date: 20 August 2026

Job Purpose

The Internal Auditor – Technical will conduct audits in accordance with Morupule Coal Mine’s Internal Audit standards, protocols and methodology.

The position involves providing risk-based assurance and advisory services across areas such as:

• Mining
• Processing
• Beneficiation
• Engineering
• Strategy and Projects

The successful candidate will assess governance, risk management, internal controls and compliance while identifying opportunities to strengthen operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Plan and execute risk-based technical assurance and advisory engagements.
• Conduct audits across Mining, Processing, Beneficiation, Engineering and Strategy & Projects.
• Perform audits in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
• Develop detailed audit plans.
• Define audit objectives and scope.
• Evaluate governance processes.
• Assess risk-management systems.
• Review the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Evaluate compliance with applicable legislation, technical standards and company policies.
• Assess the efficiency and effectiveness of operational, financial and business processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve business performance.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation.
• Recommend improvements that strengthen organisational resilience.
• Engage management throughout the audit process.
• Clearly communicate audit findings.
• Agree practical recommendations and corrective actions with management.
• Monitor implementation of agreed management action plans.
• Prepare high-quality audit working papers.
• Compile professional audit reports and presentations.
• Provide evidence-based assurance and advisory recommendations.
• Conduct investigations and special reviews where required.
• Undertake advisory engagements.
• Provide guidance relating to governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Identify emerging business and operational risks.
• Support continuous improvement of internal audit methodologies.
• Promote effective use of audit tools and data analytics.
• Build and maintain productive stakeholder relationships.
• Promote compliance with Safety, Health, Environment and Quality requirements.
• Maintain professional competence through continuous learning and ethical conduct.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering – Mining or Metallurgy

Professional Registration

• Registration in good standing with the Engineering Registration Board (ERB).

Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in a mining environment

SHE Knowledge

Applicants should understand SHE Management Systems, particularly:

• ISO 14001
• ISO 45001

Advantageous Experience

Previous experience in either of the following will be an added advantage:

• Internal auditing
• Control Assessment Reviews

Technical Competencies

Morupule Coal Mine is looking for candidates with competencies in:

• Internal Auditing
• Risk Management
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Oral presentation
• Written communication
• Report writing

Given the technical nature of the position, candidates should also be able to understand mining and engineering processes well enough to identify operational risks and evaluate whether appropriate controls are functioning effectively.

Working Environment

Prospective candidates must be:

• Medically fit
• Physically fit
• Willing to work within an underground coal mining environment
• Able to work according to demanding schedules

Applicants should carefully consider these requirements before applying.

Salary

Morupule Coal Mine states that it offers a competitive salary package.

The specific salary amount was not provided in the vacancy information.

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the requirements should prepare:

• Cover letter
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Certified copies of educational certificates
• Certified copy of identity card
• Certified copy of driver’s licence, where required

Applications should be addressed to:

Head of Human Resources
Morupule Coal Mine
Private Bag 35
Palapye, Botswana

Email Applications

Send your application to:

recruitment@mcm.co.bw

When submitting your application, clearly indicate that you are applying for the Internal Auditor – Technical position.

Closing Date

20 August 2026

Candidates are encouraged to submit complete applications before the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What position is Morupule Coal Mine recruiting for?

Morupule Coal Mine is recruiting for an Internal Auditor – Technical.

2. What qualification is required?

Applicants need a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, specifically in Mining or Metallurgy.

3. How much experience is required?

Candidates need approximately 3–5 years of relevant experience in a mining environment.

4. Do I need to be registered with ERB?

Yes. Applicants must be registered and in good standing with the Engineering Registration Board (ERB).

5. Do I need previous internal audit experience?

The vacancy lists previous internal audit or Control Assessment Review experience as an added advantage, rather than as a stated minimum requirement.

6. Can an experienced mining engineer without auditing experience apply?

Based on the advertised requirements, potentially yes, provided the candidate meets the required engineering qualification, mining experience and ERB registration requirements. However, previous internal audit/control assessment experience would strengthen an application.

7. Is this purely a financial auditing position?

No. It is a technical internal auditing role covering areas such as Mining, Processing, Beneficiation, Engineering and Strategy & Projects.

8. Is underground work involved?

Candidates must be willing to work in an underground coal mining environment.

9. Do applicants need to be medically fit?

Yes. Prospective candidates must be medically and physically fit.

10. What safety-management standards should applicants understand?

The vacancy specifically mentions ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

11. What is the closing date?

Applications close on 20 August 2026.

12. Where should applications be sent?

Applications should be emailed to recruitment@mcm.co.bw and addressed to the Head of Human Resources at Morupule Coal Mine.

Possible Interview Questions

The following questions are based on the advertised responsibilities and are not confirmed Morupule Coal Mine interview questions.

1. Tell us about your experience in the mining industry.
Highlight your 3–5 years of relevant experience, particularly exposure to mining, processing, beneficiation, engineering or technical projects.

2. Why are you interested in moving into or working within technical internal auditing?
Connect your engineering background with risk identification, process improvement, compliance and assurance.

3. How would you plan a risk-based audit of a mining operation?
Discuss understanding the operation, identifying key risks, establishing objectives and scope, evaluating controls, gathering evidence and reporting findings.

4. What is the purpose of internal controls in a mining environment?
Explain how controls help manage operational, financial, safety, compliance and other business risks.

5. What do you understand about the IIA International Professional Practices Framework?
Prepare to discuss its role in guiding professional internal audit activities, ethics, quality and consistent audit practices.

6. How would you handle a situation where management disagrees with one of your audit findings?
Emphasise evidence, professional communication, listening to management’s explanation and maintaining independence and objectivity.

7. Explain the difference between identifying a risk and identifying a control weakness.
Be prepared to demonstrate your understanding of risk, controls, residual exposure and corrective actions.

8. What experience do you have with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001?
Relate your experience to occupational health and safety and environmental management within mining operations.

9. Give an example of a technical risk you might identify during an audit of mining operations.
Use a realistic example from your professional experience and explain the potential impact and relevant controls.

10. How would you evaluate whether a corrective action from a previous audit has been properly implemented?
Discuss reviewing supporting evidence, testing the revised control and determining whether the original risk has been adequately addressed.

11. What role can data analytics play in internal auditing?
Discuss identifying trends, anomalies, exceptions and high-risk transactions or operational patterns.

12. How do you maintain independence when auditing departments where you already have strong professional relationships?
Focus on objectivity, evidence, professional ethics and adherence to established audit methodology.

13. How would you communicate a serious audit finding to senior management?
Explain how you would clearly describe the condition, risk, supporting evidence, potential impact and recommended corrective action.

14. Tell us about a time you identified a problem and recommended an improvement.
Use the STAR method: Situation, Task, Action and Result.

15. Why should Morupule Coal Mine appoint you as Internal Auditor – Technical?
Connect your engineering qualification, mining experience, ERB registration, analytical abilities, understanding of SHE systems and ability to assess technical risks directly to the position.