Mine Maintenance Manager — Drive Uptime & Safety

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Provident fund

Paid annual leave

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 client is seeking a Mine Maintenance Manager for an on-site role in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will lead the maintenance division, drive preventive and predictive programs, and ensure equipment availability and safety across heavy mining operations.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in maintenance management within mining or heavy industry, a mechanical or electrical engineering background, and hands-on CMMS/ERP experience. Strong leadership and budget control are essential.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years in maintenance management in mining or heavy industry.
• Proven experience leading diverse maintenance teams.
• In-depth knowledge of heavy mining equipment and their maintenance needs.
• Experience with CMMS and ERP systems.
• Strong safety knowledge and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities.
• Professional Engineer or Pr. Tech. Eng. designation is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance strategies including preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance.
• Lead the maintenance team, including scheduling, performance management and skill development.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of all mining equipment, including heavy mobile machinery, fixed plant and electrical systems.
• Manage the maintenance budget, ensure cost-effective resource allocation and expenditure control.
• Enforce stringent safety policies and procedures within the maintenance department.
• Ensure optimal equipment availability and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement processes.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends, root causes of failures and opportunities for improvement.
• Liaise with equipment manufacturers and service providers to ensure warranties and service agreements compliance.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Maintenance management

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Data analysis

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

CMMS

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 client is seeking a Mine Maintenance Manager for an on-site role in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will lead the maintenance division, drive preventive and predictive programs, and ensure equipment availability and safety across heavy mining operations.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in maintenance management within mining or heavy industry, a mechanical or electrical engineering background, and hands-on CMMS/ERP experience. Strong leadership and budget control are essential.