About the Maintenance Foreman Role

As a Maintenance Foreman at GRN Mining Zambia Limited, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of heavy mining equipment. You will oversee daily maintenance activities, coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance, and foster a strong safety culture within the maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily maintenance operations for heavy mining machinery.
• Plan and schedule preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to optimize equipment uptime.
• Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance personnel to enhance team performance.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with company policies, OEM standards, and safety regulations.
• Diagnose mechanical issues promptly and coordinate effective repairs.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to increase operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and comprehensive equipment histories.
• Promote safety awareness through regular toolbox talks and adherence to safety protocols.
• Collaborate closely with Operations to minimize equipment downtime and support production goals.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related qualification.
• At least 3 years’ supervisory experience in maintenance within an open-pit mining environment.
• Proven hands-on experience working with Komatsu HD785 Dump Trucks, Hitachi Hydraulic Excavators, and Komatsu D85 Dozers.
• Valid membership with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) is essential.
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance systems and heavy equipment diagnostics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy, with experience in maintenance management systems considered an advantage.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure with minimal supervision.

Additional Information

Company: GRN Mining Zambia Limited (GMZL)

Location: Mining Site, Chingola, Copperbelt, Zambia

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Category: Engineering & Construction

• Supervise and coordinate daily maintenance operations for heavy mining machinery.
• Plan and schedule preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to optimize equipment uptime.
• Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance personnel to enhance team performance.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with company policies, OEM standards, and safety regulations.
• Diagnose mechanical issues promptly and coordinate effective repairs.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to increase operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and comprehensive equipment histories.
• Promote safety awareness through regular toolbox talks and adherence to safety protocols.
• Collaborate closely with Operations to minimize equipment downtime and support production goals.

• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance systems and heavy equipment diagnostics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy, with experience in maintenance management systems considered an advantage.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure with minimal supervision.

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related qualification.
• At least 3 years’ supervisory experience in maintenance within an open-pit mining environment.
• Proven hands-on experience working with Komatsu HD785 Dump Trucks, Hitachi Hydraulic Excavators, and Komatsu D85 Dozers.
• Valid membership with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) is essential.