Reporting to the Process Plant Manager, the incumbent needs to take full responsibility and accountability for the Process Plant Maintenance that includes the Mechanical, Electrical and Maintenance Planning sections. The main aim of the position is to ensure that all Mechanical, Electrical and Maintenance Planning functions are done to a high standard while complying to set safety and legal compliance standards.
The company – about Endeavour
Endeavour is a leading global gold producer and the largest in West Africa with two mines in Côte d’Ivoire (Ity and Lafigué), two mines in Burkina Faso (Hounde and Mana) and the Sabodala-Massawa mine in Senegal. The company has one of the most exciting organic growth track records and pipeline, with a strong portfolio of development exploration assets on the highly prospective Birimian Greenstone Belt across West Africa. Endeavour is committed to principles of responsible mining and delivering sustainable value to its employees, stakeholders and the communities where it operates.
The role
Reporting to the Process Plant Manager, the incumbent needs to take full responsibility and accountability for the Process Plant Maintenance that includes the Mechanical, Electrical and Maintenance Planning sections. The main aim of the position is to ensure that all Mechanical, Electrical and Maintenance Planning functions are done to a high standard while complying to set safety and legal compliance standards.
Level of studies
- Recognised Mechanical and Electrical Diploma or Degree.
- Relevant technical qualifications related to Processing Plant Maintenance.
- Project Management qualification will be advantageous.
Key skills
- French / English language skills preferable.
- Working experience with pack office Microsoft.
- Experience of working effectively in a senior management team environment.
- Experience working in multicultural environment, preferably in West Africa.
- Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation and build effective relationships and networks.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at the same time.
Key responsibilities
- Ensure that all Processing Maintenance safety standards are always complied to, and that all Processing Maintenance staff are fully trained in terms of safety processes and procedures ;
- Ensure that all legal compliances are met and incorporated in the Processing Maintenance standards ;
- Achieve staff progression through quality training and development and set up a highly qualified and competent team ;
- Ensuring that the Process Plant maintenance team work cohesively with the greater site maintenance teams ;
- Oversee sign off and commissioning of all mechanical and electrical installations in the Processing Plant ;
- Oversee and manage overall quality of maintenance in all areas related to the Process plant ;
- Ensure that all mechanical and electrical standards are met and maintained for the complete Processing Plant infrastructure ;
- Ensure that planned shutdowns are conducted in a safe and efficient manner to avoid any deviation in terms of time and scope of work ;
- Compile the Scope of Work for planned and unplanned maintenance.
- Manage special projects and liaise with different Stakeholders to ensure maximum efficiency and minimum downtime ;
- Perform the compilation of the Processing Maintenance departmental budget ;
- Ensure that Capital and Operational budgets are compiled and communicated within set timelines.
- Develop and implement cost control and reporting against forecast and budget ;
- Conduct regular VFL (Visible Felt Leadership) walkarounds in the Processing plant to identify areas of non-conformance ;
- Ensure that all Contractors are vetted to confirm suitability and ensuring that Contractors conduct work on a site acceptable manner.
Position requirements
- Minimum 10 years-experience in fixed plant, infrastructure, instrumentation, and electrical maintenance. Mining industry experience preferable.
- Mechanical and Electrical installation and commissioning experience related to Gold Processing Plants.
- High-level of knowledge of local competencies.