Mine Maintenance Supervisor

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Bonuses and overtime

Pension fund & medical aid

Training and career advancement

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mine Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team in Benoni, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety of mining equipment. You will manage technicians, coordinate maintenance activities, and drive asset utilization.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical or electrical engineering background in mining, with leadership and problem-solving abilities to minimize downtime and maximize production.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or diploma in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in maintenance supervision within mining/heavy industrial.
• Experience with heavy mining equipment and CMMS/diagnostic tools.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring efficient workflow and task completion.
• Plan, schedule, and execute preventative and corrective maintenance for mining machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, implementing effective repair solutions.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement, ensuring availability of critical components.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in maintenance activities.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Trade Qualification (Electrician / Fitter and Turner)

National Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Diagnostic tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Mine Maintenance Supervisor to lead their maintenance team in Benoni . This critical role involves overseeing the maintenance and repair of all mining equipment, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety. You will manage a team of skilled technicians, coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities, and contribute to the overall operational efficiency of the mine. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering within the mining sector, coupled with excellent leadership and problem‑solving abilities. This position is essential for minimizing downtime and maximizing asset utilization.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring efficient workflow and task completion.
• Plan, schedule, and execute preventative and corrective maintenance for mining machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, implementing effective repair solutions.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement, ensuring availability of critical components.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations in maintenance activities.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Trade Qualification (e.g., Electrician, Fitter and Turner) or National Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance supervision within a mining or heavy industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of heavy mining equipment (e.g., crushers, conveyors, drilling rigs, haul trucks).
• Proficiency in maintenance management systems (CMMS) and diagnostic tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Performance bonuses and overtime pay.
• Pension fund and medical aid scheme.
• Opportunities for further training and career advancement.
• A supportive team environment in a challenging operational setting.