Reliability Engineer (Process Plant / Fixed Plant / HME / Mobile Equipment / RCM / RCA / FMEA) – West Africa

CA Global


Reference No. 580-2304LH

Reference Number: 580-2304LH

 

Job Description:

 

Our client, with mining operations in West Africa, is seeking a Reliability Engineer with a background in processing plant in the mining sector to lead and execute reliability initiatives on site in West Africa. This includes implementing reliability-centred maintenance (RCM), conducting root cause analyses (RCA), optimizing maintenance strategies, and supporting asset management to reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Support asset systems, data analysis, and reporting.
  • Maintain CMMS records and contribute to lifecycle planning.
  • Support procurement with reliability focus.
  • Implement RCM and FMEA for critical equipment.
  • Analyze data, drive improvements, and apply predictive maintenance.
  • Monitor KPIs (MTBF, MTTR, availability).
  • Lead RCAs, implement corrective actions, and track outcomes.
  • Provide technical support and develop maintenance standards.
  • Ensure safety compliance and support team training.
  • Optimize maintenance strategies for performance and lifespan.
  • Drive reliability improvements and track results.
  • Mentor and develop junior team members.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
  • Postgraduate qualification in maintenance or asset management advantageous.
  • Reliability and Lean / Six Sigma certification preferred.
  • 5+ years’ experience in process plant and mobile fleet maintenance engineering / reliability engineering within the mining sector.
  • Strong RCA experience with proven corrective action implementation.
  • Proven delivery of continuous improvement initiatives in maintenance.
  • Experience developing and executing PM programs and maintenance strategies.
  • Knowledge of predictive maintenance (vibration, oil, thermography).
  • Demonstrated impact on reliability, downtime reduction, and cost savings.
  • Experience mentoring and training teams.
  • Proficient in CMMS systems.

 

Benefits and Contractual Information:

  • Long term contract
  • Single status FIFO rotation.

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to llaas@camining.com.

 

Please visit www.camining.com for more exciting opportunities.

 

Leanne Laas

Executive Lead – Talent & Client Management

CA Mining

 

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

 

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