Maintenance Engineer

About EPSA:

We are a global family-owned business with over 60 years in the mining, civil and earth moving industry operating in several countries throughout the world.

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team.

Technical Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for heavy mining equipment (e.g., dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, graders, and auxiliary machinery).
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues, and define appropriate repair actions to minimize equipment downtime.
• Supervise daily workshop activities, ensuring maintenance tasks are carried out according to procedures and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with operations, planning, and warehouse teams to ensure the availability of spare parts, tools, and consumables.
• Monitor equipment performance indicators and implement improvement measures to increase reliability and reduce costs.
• Support the development of maintenance plans and schedules aligned with production needs.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance activities, interventions, and equipment history.

Safety Responsibilities

• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with EPSA’s safety standards, procedures, and legal regulations.
• Promote a strong safety culture in the workshop and field maintenance areas.
• Conduct risk assessments, ensure proper lock-out/tag-out procedures, and supervise the correct use of PPE.
• Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents immediately.
• Participate in daily pre-start meetings and contribute to continuous improvement of safe work practices.

Environmental Responsibilities

• Comply with EPSA’s environmental policies and site-specific requirements.
• Ensure proper management and disposal of lubricants, filters, and waste materials.
• Prevent and respond to potential spills or leaks from equipment and maintenance activities.
• Promote clean and organized work areas to minimize environmental impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in maintenance of heavy mining or earthmoving equipment or relevant experience with EPSA Group.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems for mobile equipment.
• Experience with maintenance management systems (CMMS) and equipment reliability programs.
• Experience in open-pit mining operations or large-scale earthmoving projects.
• Knowledge of OEM procedures (e.g., Komatsu, Caterpillar, Hitachi, Volvo).
• Familiarity with HSE standards and maintenance planning practices.
• Experience working in remote or international project environments.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Reference checks will be conducted.
• Alcohol and drug testing applies as per company policy.
• All applicants will be subject to an assessment test.
• All applicants will be required to undergo and successfully pass a pre-employment medical examination.

What We Offer

• Job stability.
• Attractive salary.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.