Mine Maintenance Supervisor

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Life insurance

Accommodation & transport to mine site

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Mine Maintenance Supervisor to lead a maintenance team at a facility near East London. You will oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for mining machinery, manage a team of technicians, and ensure strict safety standards to maximize uptime and efficiency.

The role requires a trade qualification or technical diploma/degree, plus at least 5 years in mining/heavy industry and demonstrated leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a maintenance role within mining or heavy industrial sector.
• Experience supervising a maintenance team.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on mining equipment.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills for site operations near East London.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of the maintenance team (mechanical and electrical technicians).
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for mining equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to minimize disruptions.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental regulations during maintenance.
• Manage spare parts inventory and oversee workshop operations.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training and development opportunities for the maintenance team.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Trade qualification or technical diploma/degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and skilled Mine Maintenance Supervisor to lead their maintenance team at their facility near East London. This role is critical for ensuring the optimal performance and longevity of all mining machinery and equipment, minimizing downtime and maximizing operational efficiency. You will oversee preventive and corrective maintenance activities, manage a team of technicians, and ensure strict adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of heavy machinery, and a proven ability to manage maintenance operations in a demanding industrial environment, ensuring smooth operations in the East London region.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the maintenance team, including mechanical and electrical technicians.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all mining equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment failures efficiently to minimize operational disruptions.
• Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations during maintenance activities.
• Manage spare parts inventory and oversee workshop operations.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training and development opportunities for the maintenance team.

Requirements

• Trade qualification (e.g., Mechanical Fitter, Electrician) or relevant technical diploma/degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance role within the mining or heavy industrial sector.
• Proven experience in supervising a maintenance team.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on mining equipment.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills, essential for site operations near East London.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and life insurance.
• Opportunities for further training and career advancement.
• Subsidized accommodation and transport to the mine site.
• A dynamic work environment with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.