Kamoto Copper Company Société Anonyme, KCC SA in acronym, is a Congolese company operating in Kolwezi, capital of the province of Lualaba, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

KCC SA exploits copper and cobalt ores on a large scale. It includes an underground mine, open-pit mines and integrated metallurgical facilities. The operation has one of the largest copper reserves in the world, with a current life of over 25 years.

As an industrial mining company, we provide safe workplaces and support the sustainable development of the local economy. We maintain a constructive and open dialogue with the communities that host us, as well as with the provincial and national government.

Job description

Under the direct supervision of the Superintendent – Underground Mobile Equipment Maintenance , the incumbent will provide specialized technical expertise in diagnosing and resolving faults affecting underground loading and transport equipment. They will contribute to minimizing downtime and ensuring the safe and efficient return to service of equipment. The position will involve analyzing complex failures, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions. They will provide technical support to maintenance teams during major interventions and contribute to the skills development of national teams.

His/Her essential functions will include, among others (non-exhaustive list):

•    Diagnosing complex equipment failures . This includes the systematic identification of the causes of failure in loaders, trucks and associated equipment.
•    Providing technical support during major repairs . This includes guiding teams during complex interventions and equipment recovery operations.

•    Analyze the root causes of failures . This includes analyzing failure modes, maintenance history, and operating conditions.
•    Verify the quality of the repairs . This includes post-intervention inspections, functional tests, and safety checks before returning to service.
•    Contribute to reducing downtime . This includes improving diagnostic and repair methods to quickly and safely restore equipment availability.

•    Identify recurring failures . This includes identifying components and equipment with repetitive problems and recommending corrective actions.
•    Provide technical feedback for the planning . This includes transmitting the information necessary for preparing future interventions.
•    Ensure proper documentation of breakdowns. This includes recording causes, repairs, parts used, and residual defects in SAP.

•    Coordinate interventions with manufacturers. This includes preparing the technical information needed for analyses and requests for manufacturer support.
•    Develop the technical skills of the teams . This includes training mechanics and electricians in advanced diagnostic and repair methods.

Job requirements 

Qualifications and experience

•    Degree or license in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, heavy equipment engineering and/or equivalent professional experience and demonstrated technical skills, recognized within the framework of our overall evaluation process.
•    Demonstrate at least ten (10) years of experience in the maintenance of underground mobile mining equipment or heavy industrial equipment.
•    Experience with Sandvik and/or Caterpillar equipment or equivalent technologies.

•    Solid experience in maintenance, troubleshooting, reliability and root cause analysis.
•    Experience in complex repairs and major maintenance.
•    Experience with SAP or a computerized maintenance management system.

•    Maintenance planning experience.
•    Ability to supervise and develop maintenance staff

Technical skills.

•    Advanced diagnostics .
•    Equipment troubleshooting heavy .
•    Mechanics and hydraulics .

•    Transmission and braking systems.
•    Analysis of the root causes.
•    Reliability analysis .

•    Fault management .
•    SAP or computerized maintenance management system.
•    Technical documentation.

•     Analysis of equipment history.

Attitude and behavior

•    Technical leadership.
•    Rigor.
•    Analytical mind .

•    Pedagogy .
•    Ability supervision .
•    Effective communication .

•    Team spirit .
•    Sense of priorities .
•    Focus on reliability .

•   Commitment to continuous improvement. 

KCC SA does not accept applications submitted by people under the age of eighteen (18). In accordance with article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, KCC SA receives all applications without distinction or discrimination. However, as part of its Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, KCC SA or its employees do not receive any remuneration or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process. Violators are subject to legal action.

Any act or attempt of bribery related to this job application must be reported via the Glencore Group Raising Concerns Programme channels. Please scan the QR code to access the channels.

Furthermore, KCC SA pursues the objective of a transparent, fair and equitable recruitment process and, therefore, does not tolerate any interference or intervention in any way whatsoever in its recruitment process. Any failure on this point will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate concerned.