Maintenance Manager

Momentum Mining Services Limited (MMS) is seeking the services of an experienced, technically competent and results-driven Maintenance Manager to oversee and manage the maintenance function across its site operations.

This is a senior level position and a strong technical and mechanical understanding of heavy mining equipment is essential for this role. Candidates must possess demonstrable hands-on technical knowledge and maintenance experience involving Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs), Excavators, Rigid Dump Trucks (RDTs) and Tipper Trucks, particularly CAT and BELL equipment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintenance Personnel Management

• Provide day-to-day supervision and hands-on technical leadership to maintenance personnel, including mechanics, technicians, artisans and other technical staff.
• Participate in recruitment, skills development, performance management and workforce scheduling.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to maintenance personnel.

2. Maintenance Planning and Execution

• Develop, implement and monitor preventive and predictive maintenance programmes.
• Ensure maintenance schedules comply with OEM recommendations and operational requirements.
• Coordinate planned servicing, breakdown repairs, equipment inspections and major maintenance activities.
• Minimise unplanned downtime through effective maintenance planning and execution.

3. Equipment Reliability and Availability

• Ensure maximum equipment availability and reliability in line with operational and client requirements.
• Conduct root cause analysis of recurring mechanical and equipment failures.
• Implement reliability improvement initiatives to extend equipment lifespan and reduce downtime.
• Provide technical oversight during equipment rebuilds, overhauls and major component replacements.

4. Maintenance Budgeting and Cost Control

• Prepare, manage and monitor the maintenance operating budget.
• Control expenditure relating to repairs, spare parts, consumables and outsourced maintenance services.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities with suitable suppliers without compromising equipment reliability, quality or safety.
• Monitor maintenance costs and equipment performance against established targets.

5. Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance

• Promote a safety-first culture within the maintenance team.
• Ensure maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with approved safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and safe working conditions within maintenance facilities.

6. Vendor and Contractor Management

• Manage relationships with OEM dealers, suppliers and third-party maintenance contractors.
• Monitor service delivery, quality and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of maintenance services and parts.

7. Inventory and Spare Parts Management

• Oversee the procurement, storage and control of critical spare parts, tools and maintenance consumables.
• Establish appropriate inventory control systems and minimum stock levels.
• Ensure the availability of critical components to minimise equipment downtime.
• Monitor stock utilisation and eliminate unnecessary inventory costs.

8. Reporting and Technical Documentation

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories and technical documentation.
• Track key performance indicators, including equipment availability, utilisation, maintenance costs and downtime.
• Provide recommendations on equipment replacement, major repairs and reliability improvements.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree/Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Plant Engineering or a related technical field.
• At least 8-10 years of relevant experience in heavy equipment maintenance, preferably within the mining, earthmoving or heavy-duty construction industry.
• Valid Driver's License
• Demonstrable hands-on experience in supervising and managing a team of mechanics, artisans and technicians.

Practical maintenance experience with CAT and BELL equipment is essential.

• Sound knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, transmissions, braking systems, electrical systems and heavy equipment diagnostics.
• Proven experience in preventive and predictive maintenance planning, equipment troubleshooting and breakdown management.
• Experience in maintenance budgeting, spare parts management and contractor supervision.
• Knowledge of OEM maintenance standards and mining industry health and safety requirements.

If you are ably qualified, experienced and possess the required skillset to take on the above role and add value, kindly send your CV, copies of your qualifications including your Grade 12 Certificate to [email protected] with the subject Maintenance Manager-Momentum Mining.