Maintenance Supervisor

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Maintenance Supervisor to join our team at Kansanshi in Zambia. This critical role involves supervising the site maintenance execution teams responsible for servicing mobile fleet and equipment, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery and allocation of vehicles, equipment, and plant to drive sustainable revenue.

The Maintenance Supervisor will be based on-site at the Kansanshi mine, a significant copper and gold mine located in Solwezi, North-Western Province of Zambia, approximately 14 kilometres from the town of Solwezi. Kansanshi is one of the largest copper reserves in Zambia.

We are looking for a pragmatic and analytical individual with exceptional organisational skills, inclusive and well-developed leadership abilities, and extensive knowledge of maintenance and engineering methodologies. In return for your professional commitment, we offer a competitive salary, genuine career pathways, and support for advancement into opportunities across the Orica business.

What you will be doing

Driving compliance to Maintenance Management plans for all Assets on site;

Ensuring all assets are within the Asset Life Cycle Management policy;

Managing Team Rosters & Leave keeping leave within allowable limit;

Complying with Management of Change and ensuring all repairs comply with purchasing requirements;

Mentoring the Maintenance Team in the Region;

Contributing to Capital Project delivery;

Ensuring all Operational Equipment has been Hazard Studied and actions completed before mobilisation;

Providing Field Measurement System Support Drives Statutory Licencing of Mobile Fleet.

What you will bring

Minimum Mechanical Trade certification

Mechnical engineering diploma or degree will be advantageous

Minimum 10 years’ experience post qualification;

3-5 years mining industry experience 

Experience leading a team, including building a collaborative approach;

Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders;

Strong strategic and commercial acumen supported by sound commercial judgement;

Ability to plan, influence & execute;

Strong written and verbal communication skills to present strategic logic and recommended pathways, coupled with the ability to present to key stakeholders.

How you shape and influence others

Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility

Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character       

Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal & communication skills

Self-aware and open to feedback 

Work effectively across business unit

High level decision making ability

Able to manage multiple tasks within deadlines and work independently

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.