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 the maintenance of underground loading and transport equipment. They will provide technical support for planned maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and the return to service of fleet equipment. This position will contribute to improving equipment availability, reliability, and performance. The incumbent will participate in the analysis of recurring failures and the improvement of maintenance practices. They will also contribute to the development of the technical skills of national maintenance staff.

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

•    Provide technical support for maintenance activities . This includes support for interventions on loading and transport equipment, including loaders and underground trucks.
•    Supporting planned maintenance operations . This includes inspections, servicing and interventions in accordance with approved plans and manufacturer requirements.

•    Providing support for complex diagnostics and repairs . This includes fault analysis and technical guidance for maintenance teams.
•    Ensure compliance with manufacturers' technical standards. This includes verifying that interventions conform to applicable procedures and requirements.
•    Analyze recurring failures . This includes studying maintenance history, downtime, and component condition.

•    Contribute to improving reliability . This includes root cause analysis, defect elimination, and formulating recommendations for improvement.
•    Supporting intervention planning . This includes identifying needs for parts, tools, manpower, and equipment access.
•    Ensure the monitoring and documentation of interventions . This includes work orders, inspections, defects, repairs and maintenance history in SAP.

•    Coordinate activities with relevant functions . This includes collaboration with mining operations, planning, reliability, technical services, HSE and supply chain.
•    Developing the skills of maintenance staff . This includes coaching, practical support and the transfer of technical skills.

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 in planned maintenance, troubleshooting, reliability and root cause analysis.

•    Experience in major maintenance, complex repairs and component replacement.
•    Experience in commissioning or recommissioning.
•    Experience with SAP or a computerized maintenance management system.

•    Experience in maintenance planning.
•    Ability to supervise and develop the skills of national staff

Technical skills.

•    Maintenance of loading and transport equipment.
•    Underground Caterpillar equipment .
•    Mechanics , hydraulics and pneumatics.

•    Diagnosis and troubleshooting .
•    Analysis of the root causes.
•    Equipment reliability .

•    Maintenance planning.
•    SAP or computerized maintenance management system.
•    Technical documentation.

•    Analysis of equipment performance 

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.