Drilling Maintenance Superintendent – Beifang Mining Technology Services (Namibia
Job Description
Job Summary
To lead the drilling maintenance function to ensure maximum equipment availability, reliability and cost-effective maintenance. The role is responsible for effective maintenance planning, resource utilisation and continuous improvement of drill rigs to support production targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate maintenance activities for drill rigs and related equipment.
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance plans and schedules.
- Monitor equipment availability, downtime and maintenance performance.
- Diagnose recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
- Lead, mentor and develop maintenance personnel while promoting safe work practices.
- Coordinate critical spares, component replacements and maintenance backlogs.
- Monitor maintenance costs and support budgeting and cost-control initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with SHEQ standards and maintenance procedures.
Requirements
- Grade 12 certificate (20 point minimum)
- National Technical Certificate L3 / N3 or higher in Mechanical, Electrical or Heavy Equipment Maintenance
- Valid Code BE Driver’s Licence
- Minimum 10 years’ post-apprenticeship experience in heavy earthmoving and blast-hole drill rig maintenance
- Minimum 5 years’ supervisory/team leadership experience in mining maintenance
- Experience on CAT MD Series and Epiroc D65 drill rigs
- Experience with SAP or similar maintenance management systems
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical and drill rig systems
- Strong fault-finding, RCA and problem-solving skills
- Good maintenance planning, budgeting and cost-control abilities
- Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office
- Strong leadership, communication and team management skills
- Added Advantage: CAT or Epiroc technical certification & SAP or Lean Six Sigma certification
How to Apply
Apply by email: [email protected]
Closing Date: 2026-09-14
