Senior Mining Equipment Maintenance Lead

Placements24; Nuwerus; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Exposure to large-scale mining

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mining Equipment Maintenance Supervisor to lead a maintenance team in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will oversee repair and preventive maintenance of heavy mining equipment, ensuring safety and optimal performance.

The role requires a trade qualification and at least 7 years of mining equipment maintenance experience with strong leadership and CMMS proficiency. You will drive maintenance strategies, manage spares, and mentor staff in a dynamic mining

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in maintenance and repair of mining or heavy construction equipment.
• Experience supervising or leading a maintenance team.
• Strong knowledge of mining equipment systems (e.g., loaders, drills, trucks, crushers).
• Proficiency with hydraulic, diesel and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of maintenance mechanics and technicians.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs for mining equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical and hydraulic issues.
• Ensure maintenance complies with safety regulations and company policies.
• Manage work orders, track progress, and ensure timely completion.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Communication

CMMS software

Education

Trade qualification as Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mining Equipment Maintenance Supervisor to lead a maintenance team in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will oversee repair and preventive maintenance of heavy mining equipment, ensuring safety and optimal performance.

The role requires a trade qualification and at least 7 years of mining equipment maintenance experience with strong leadership and CMMS proficiency. You will drive maintenance strategies, manage spares, and mentor staff in a dynamic mining