Mechanical Engineer

The purpose of a Mechanical Engineer is to ensure that all mechanical systems, equipment, and processes operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably to support continuous production. Their role is critical because mining relies heavily on heavy machinery, complex mechanical systems, and rigorous safety standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.

• 3–5 years of experience in mechanical systems within mining, construction, or heavy industry.

• 5–7+ years of progressive experience in mining operations, including equipment design, maintenance planning, and project execution.

  Skills & Competencies:

• Expertise in crushers, conveyors, haul trucks, pumps, drilling rigs, and ventilation systems.

• Ability to develop preventive and predictive maintenance schedules for heavy machinery.

• Skilled in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.

• Competence in designing and integrating mechanical systems into mining projects.

• Strong understanding of occupational safety standards in mining regulations.

• Develop, maintain, and improve mining machinery, employees and contractors.

• Implement mechanical systems that comply with safety standards.

• Analyze mechanical processes to improve productivity.

• Support mine expansion projects.

• Introduce energy-efficient technologies and dust/noise control systems to minimize environmental impact.

• Oversee maintenance schedules and performance.

• Work closely with mining engineers, electrical engineers, and geologists to ensure mechanical systems align with operational needs.

• Engage with operators, technicians, and maintenance crews to ensure machinery is used and maintained correctly.

• Provide technical training to workers on safe operation.

• Maintain open dialogue between management and employees on safety protocols, and operational changes.

• Support employees during the introduction of new technologies.

• Introducing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

• Optimizing mechanical systems to improve ore extraction, processing, and transport.

• Designing safer mechanical systems and training operators to reduce accidents.

• Implementing energy-efficient machinery and dust/noise reduction systems.

• Driving adoption of automation, digital monitoring, and smart sensors in mining operations.

• Training technicians and operators to handle advanced mechanical systems.