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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 29 days KoBold Metals DRC's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of KoBold Metals DRC's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at KoBold Metals DRC
- high 10 stale, 0 reposted of 13 open
- Hiring momentum
- 14 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from KoBold Metals DRC's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for KoBold Metals DRC.
About this role
As a Drilling Superintendent at KoBold in Manono, DRC, you will lead the planning and execution of multiple complex exploration drilling programs. Your role involves collaborating with geological and data science teams, managing drill contracts, ensuring health and safety compliance, and mentoring field operations staff. You will also oversee daily operations, logistics, and stakeholder engagement while promoting innovative drilling technologies.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
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What you need
- 12+ years of fieldwork experience in mineral exploration drilling, mining, oil & gas, or a related industry
- Prior experience as a Drilling Supervisor, Drilling Section Leader, or equivalent
- Exceptional abilities in Health, Safety, Environment & Quality management on drill operations
- Strong technical background in drilling systems, equipment, and maintenance principles
- Advanced drill contract management experience
- Ability to problem-solve in remote environments
Nice to have
- Recognition as a subject matter expert in two or more drilling operation types
- Experience running programs in different countries and/or remote environments (ideally including Africa)
- Worked in a small company or as a member of a very small team with a broad mandate in a fast-paced project environment
- Master’s-level qualification in civil, mechanical, or mineral/mining engineering, geology, or earth sciences
- Rigging certification
Worth weighing
- Position requires working in remote and isolated locations for extended periods
- No specific salary or benefits information provided
- 4x2 week work schedule may require significant time away from home
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Listed by KoBold Metals DRC on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.