A leading large-scale underground mining operation in Zambia requires a Mechanical Engineer to provide hands-on leadership across shaft and winder systems on a 3–4 month contract. The role focuses on improving reliability, availability, and maintenance performance in a high-output production environment, with a structured FIFO rotation of 3 weeks on / 1 week off.

Duties/Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee mechanical integrity of shaft and winder systems across multiple shafts
• Drive reliability and availability improvements through practical engineering interventions
• Optimise maintenance practices and support CMMS/SAP-based maintenance processes
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical leadership on site
• Engage with site engineering teams to stabilise and improve operational performance

Requirements:

• Mechanical Engineering qualification (or equivalent)
• Strong background in mining or heavy industrial environments
• Experience with maintenance systems (SAP or similar CMMS)
• Comfortable with FIFO/site-based work (3:1 rotation)
• Ability to operate in a short-term, high-impact contract environment

Education:

• Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Professional registration advantageous

Soft Skills:

• Practical, hands-on approach
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Resilient and adaptable under operational pressure
• Strong problem-solving mindset

The salary is open for discussion and will be market related in line with your qualifications, skills and experience.