Beifang Mining Technology Services (Namibia) (Pty) Ltd (BMTS) is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced candidate for the position of Drilling Maintenance Superintendent.
Number of Positions: 1
Employment Type: External/Internal
Division: Drill Maintenance (Rössing Site)
Purpose of the Job
To lead the drilling maintenance function to ensure maximum equipment availability, reliability and cost-effective maintenance. The role is responsible for effective maintenance planning, resourcing, resource utilisation and continuous improvement of drill rigs to support production targets.
Key Performance Areas
- Lead and coordinate maintenance activities for drill rigs and related equipment.
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance plans and schedules.
- Monitor equipment availability, downtime and maintenance performance.
- Diagnose recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
- Lead, mentor and develop maintenance personnel while promoting safe work practices.
- Coordinate critical spares, component replacements and maintenance backlogs.
- Monitor maintenance costs and support budgeting and cost-control initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with SHEQ standards and maintenance procedures.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Grade 12 certificate (20 point minimum)
- National Technical Certificate L3 / N3 or higher in Mechanical, Electrical or Heavy Equipment Maintenance
- Valid Code BE Driver’s Licence
Experience
- Minimum 10 years’ post-apprenticeship experience in heavy earthmoving and blast-hole drill rig maintenance
- Minimum 5 years’ supervisory/team leadership experience in mining maintenance
- Experience on CAT MD Series and Epiroc D65 drill rigs
- Experience with SAP or similar maintenance management systems
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical and drill rig systems
- Strong fault-finding, RCA and problem-solving skills
- Good maintenance planning, budgeting and cost-control abilities
- Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office
- Strong leadership, communication and team management skills
Added Advantage: CAT or Epiroc technical certification & SAP or Lean Six Sigma certification
How to Apply
If you are interested and meet the qualifications, please submit your CV along with any relevant, recently certified documents via email to beifangcv@beifangmining.com, clearly indicating the position you are applying for.
Note: Hand-delivered CVs are not accepted.
Application Deadline
Monday, 14 September 2026 at 10:00 AM
Company: Beifang Mining Technology Services (Namibia) (Pty) Ltd (BMTS)
