AECI Botswana Jobs: Technical Officer, Diesel Mechanic, MMU Operators, Operations Assistants & Blasting Attendant | Apply by 31 August 2026
AECI Botswana (Pty) Ltd is recruiting for several fixed-term mining vacancies at MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus and Jwaneng Debswana Mine.
AECI Botswana operates in the explosives and specialty chemicals sector, providing products and services to customers across the mining, manufacturing and agricultural industries.
There are at least 9 positions available across the advertised roles, including MMU Operator X3 and Operations Assistant X3.
Available AECI Botswana Vacancies
| Position | Posts | Location | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Officer | 1 | MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus | 10-Month Fixed-Term |
| Diesel Mechanic / Auto Electrician | 1 | MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus | 10-Month Fixed-Term |
| MMU Operator | 3 | MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus | 10-Month Fixed-Term |
| Operations Assistant | 3 | MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus | 10-Month Fixed-Term |
| Blasting Attendant | 1 | Jwaneng Debswana Mine | 10-Month Fixed-Term |
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
1. Technical Officer
Location: MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus
Contract: 10-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Employer: AECI Botswana (Pty) Ltd
AECI Botswana is seeking a Technical Officer to join its operations at MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus.
The supplied advert does not list the detailed qualifications, duties or experience requirements for this position. Applicants should therefore review the full job profile on AECI’s recruitment portal before applying.
2. Diesel Mechanic / Auto Electrician
Location: MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus
Contract: 10-Month Fixed-Term Contract
This opportunity may suit suitably qualified candidates with experience in mechanical or automotive electrical work within mining or a related industrial environment.
Important: Specific qualifications and experience requirements are not shown in the supplied vacancy notice. Candidates should confirm these requirements from the full AECI job profile.
CV Tip
Make relevant technical experience easy to find on your CV. Highlight areas such as:
- Diesel equipment maintenance
- Auto electrical systems
- Fault finding and diagnostics
- Preventative maintenance
- Mining or heavy equipment exposure
- Workplace health and safety
Only include skills and qualifications you actually possess.
3. MMU Operator X3
Posts: 3
Location: MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus
Contract: 10-Month Fixed-Term Contract
AECI Botswana has three MMU Operator opportunities available at the Khoemacau Copper Mine operation.
The detailed duties and minimum requirements are not included in the supplied advert, so candidates should carefully read the complete job profile before submitting an application.
CV Tip
If applicable, clearly highlight your previous mining, MMU, explosives, mobile equipment or operational experience. Relevant licences, permits, certificates and safety training should also be easy for recruiters to identify.
4. Operations Assistant X3
Posts: 3
Location: MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus
Contract: 10-Month Fixed-Term Contract
AECI Botswana is also recruiting three Operations Assistants for its operations at MMG Khoemacau Copper Mine โ Plutus.
This could be a good opportunity for candidates interested in supporting operational activities within the mining and explosives services environment.
The advertisement does not provide the full educational or experience requirements, so applicants must check the complete job profile before applying.
5. Blasting Attendant
Posts: 1
Location: Jwaneng Debswana Mine
Contract: 10-Month Fixed-Term Contract
AECI Botswana is recruiting a Blasting Attendant for its operation at Jwaneng Debswana Mine.
Applicants should consult the full vacancy profile for the required qualifications, licences, experience and responsibilities, as these details are not provided in the supplied notice.
Remuneration and Benefits
According to the advertisement, AECI Botswana offers a competitive remuneration package with benefits associated with an established commercial explosives supplier.
The exact salary amounts are not stated.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply through the AECI recruitment portal and access the full job profiles before submitting their applications.
AECI Botswana Vacancies โ Apply Online
When applying, make sure you select the correct vacancy and carefully check the requirements for that particular position.
Closing Date
31 August 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
CV Tips for AECI Botswana Applicants
Tailor your CV to the specific position rather than submitting the same generic CV for all five roles. Put your relevant mining, technical, mechanical, operational or explosives-related experience near the top.
For technical positions, clearly list relevant qualifications, licences, trade certificates and equipment you have worked with. For operational positions, highlight safety awareness, teamwork, ability to follow procedures, reliability and experience working in industrial or mining environments.
Do not claim an explosives qualification, licence or mining competency unless you actually hold it.
Possible Interview Questions
Candidates can prepare for questions such as:
- Tell us about yourself and your relevant work experience.
- Why would you like to work for AECI Botswana?
- What experience do you have working in a mining or industrial environment?
- What do you know about workplace health and safety?
- How do you ensure that you follow procedures correctly?
- Tell us about a time you worked effectively as part of a team.
- How would you respond if you noticed an unsafe condition?
- How do you perform when working under pressure?
- What relevant equipment, machinery or tools have you worked with?
- Why should we select you for this position?
For technical roles, applicants should also expect job-specific questions about their qualifications, equipment knowledge, fault finding, operating procedures and safety practices.
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