Maintenance Planner (x3)

Job description

Job Purpose

The Responsibilities of this role will include but not limited to the following:

•    Develop and manage a comprehensive maintenance schedule for underground mobile equipment, including but not limited to haul trucks, loaders, drills, and other machinery.

•    Coordinate with the maintenance and operations teams to prioritize maintenance activities based on equipment condition, production needs, and safety requirements.

•    Create detailed work orders, including labor, materials, tools, and equipment required, and ensure all necessary resources are in place for each scheduled job.

•    Review equipment performance data, maintenance logs, and downtime records to identify areas for improvement in scheduling and resource allocation.

•    Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure planned maintenance tasks are completed on time and within budget.

•    Ensure that all maintenance activities, including preventive, corrective, and emergency repairs, are scheduled in line with operational demands and safety standards.

•    Develop, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to maintenance planning, including equipment downtime, maintenance costs, and work order completion rates.

•    Monitor and track parts and inventory levels for scheduled maintenance work, ensuring that the correct materials and tools are available when needed.

•    Assist with long-term planning and budgeting for maintenance activities, including the identification of potential upgrades or replacements for aging equipment.

•    Analyze maintenance data to identify trends, recurring issues, and areas for improvement in equipment reliability and performance.

•    Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure continuous improvement of maintenance processes and practices.

•    Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies during all phases of maintenance work of plant equipment.

•    Adhering to all other assignments that are given that are lawful and fair.

•   Drive the health, safety and environment standards/policy awareness and practice in the Department to ensure compliance.

To be considered for this position, the candidate should meet the following minimum requirements:

•    Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.

•    Technical certification or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance Management, or a related field is preferred.

•    At least +5 years of experience in maintenance planning, preferably in underground mining or heavy equipment maintenance.

•    Strong knowledge of underground mobile equipment maintenance, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

•    Previous experience with CAT, Sandvik, or Bell underground equipment is advantageous.

•    Familiarity with maintenance management systems (CMMS) or other planning software.

•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams.

•    Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think proactively about equipment needs and scheduling challenges.

•    Knowledge of safety, health, and environmental regulations related to underground mining operation.

•    All academic qualifications should be verified and certified by Zambia Qualifications Authority.

The successful candidate must be result oriented and have the ability to work with own initiative, ability to understand scope of work, paying particular attention to Company policies and Corporate objectives.

Mopani is committed to establishing a winning team and a copper and cobalt business it can be proud of. The Company operates an employment policy of meritocracy, aiming to employ the right people with the right skill, irrespective of race, gender or creed.

Applicants who are interested, suitably qualified, and experienced should submit their application no later than 03 March 2025. The application should include contact phone numbers, a detailed curriculum vitae (limited to three pages or less), and contact information for three referees who can be contacted. Additionally,certified copies of all credentials should be provided.

Female applicants that meet the above qualifications are encouraged to apply. Full confidentiality guaranteed. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be responded to.