Description:
Are you ready to take your underground mining expertise to the next level? We are seeking an experienced Trackless Mining Maintenance Leader to join a dynamic, hands-on team in underground operations. If you thrive in challenging environments, love solving complex mechanical problems, and enjoy leading skilled teams, this role is for you.Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a multi-skilled maintenance team of Artisans, Assistants, and Planners.
- Plan, schedule, and execute preventive and corrective maintenance for LHDs, drill rigs, bolters, and utility vehicles.
- Drive reliability initiatives, reduce breakdowns, and optimize equipment availability.
- Ensure compliance with MHSA, DMR, and all statutory inspections.
- Collaborate with OEMs for technical support, warranty claims, and component management.
- Coach and develop your team while fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and safety.
Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile):
- Experience: 812 years in total, with 5+ years hands-on underground TMM.
- Technical Expertise: Proven experience with OEMs such as Sandvik, Epiroc, GHH, Rham, Aard, Bell, Komatsu, Lion One, or GST.
- Maintenance Leadership: Skilled in CMMS, preventive maintenance planning, backlog control, and reliability programs.
- Legal & Safety Competence: Have held a legal appointment (e.g., 2.9.2, Foreman, or Section Supervisor) and thorough understanding of MHSA risks and audits.
- Data-Driven Mindset: Comfortable using MTBF, MTTR, component-life tracking, and Excel for reporting and analysis.
- Location Flexibility: Willing to relocate and work underground regularly.
Key Attributes:
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Hands-on leadership with the ability to coach Artisans.
- Safety-first mindset with production-awareness balance.
- Adaptable to new OEMs and fast onboarding environments.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.
19 Dec 2025;
from:
gumtree.co.za