About Trinity Musha Mines Ltd

Trinity Musha Mines Limited is a Rwandan mining company that operates the Musha mine and is a subsidiary of Trinity Metals Limited.

Who May Be Interested

Professionals seeking career advancement and individuals with relevant qualifications may be interested in this opportunity.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals interested in the role of Plant Maintenance Supervisor based in Rwamagana, Rwanda. Qualified and motivated candidates are encouraged to apply for this full-time opportunity.

About This Opportunity

The position of Plant Maintenance Supervisor at Trinity Musha Mines Ltd located in Rwamagana, Rwanda offers an opportunity for qualified professionals to contribute their knowledge and experience in a dynamic working environment. The organization seeks individuals who are motivated, reliable, and capable of performing their duties effectively while maintaining professional standards.

Common Skills Required

• Communication
• Leadership
• Management
• Excel
• Planning
• Training

JOB ADVERT - Plant Maintenance Supervisor

Trinity Musha Mines Ltd is a Mining company focused on the production and exploration of Tin, Tantalum, and Lithium in Rwanda. Trinity Musha is currently inviting suitable candidates to apply for the following position:

Position/Job Title: Plant Maintenance Supervisor

Grade: C3

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Engineering Superintendent

Job Brief:

To supervise, plan, and organize all plant maintenance activities, ensuring that plant equipment and machinery are maintained safely, reliably, and efficiently, while leading and developing the maintenance team to achieve maximum plant availability.

Responsibilities:

Plant Maintenance Supervisors have the following responsibilities and duties:

• Plan, organize, and supervise preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities for all plant equipment and machinery (crushers, screens, conveyors, pumps, motors, etc.).
• Create and execute maintenance schedules and programs to minimize unplanned downtime and maximize plant availability and reliability.
• Supervise, organize, and allocate daily tasks and to maintenance team.
• Track equipment performance, investigate recurring breakdowns, perform root cause analysis, and execute corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure strict compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) procedures and standards in all maintenance activities.
• Keep accurate maintenance records, including work orders, equipment history files, spare parts usage, and maintenance reports.
• Organize closely with Production/Operations teams to plan and schedule maintenance shutdowns with minimal disruption to plant output.
• Train, mentor, supervise, and evaluate the performance of maintenance staff, and detect training needs.
• Ensure proper use, calibration, and upkeep of maintenance tools, equipment, and workshop facilities.
• Participate in the preparation and control of the plant maintenance budget, monitoring maintenance costs against targets.
• Produce and submit periodic (daily, weekly, and monthly) maintenance performance reports to the Engineering Superintendent.
• Ensure plant equipment complies with statutory, regulatory, and manufacturer requirements.
• Respond promptly to plant breakdowns and emergencies, mobilizing the maintenance team to restore operations safely and quickly.

Job Requirements:

The Plant Maintenance Supervisor should have the following qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor's Degree (A0) or Advanced Diploma (A1) in Mechanical Engineering, with extensive relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in plant maintenance, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role, preferably within a mining, heavy industrial processing plant.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems used in crushing, screening, and materials-processing plants.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance planning principles; familiarity with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is an added advantage.
• Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to supervise a multidisciplinary maintenance team.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven ability to perform root cause analysis and execute lasting corrective actions.
• Sound understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations applicable to industrial and mining operations.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and maintenance reporting/documentation tools.
• Ability to work under pressure, oversee competing priorities, and make sound decisions during breakdowns or emergencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of Kinyarwanda and/or French is an advantage.
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, or be on standby/on call as required by plant operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Trinity Musha Mines Ltd values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, or background.

• Plan, organize, and supervise preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities for all plant equipment and machinery (crushers, screens, conveyors, pumps, motors, etc.).
• Create and execute maintenance schedules and programs to minimize unplanned downtime and maximize plant availability and reliability.
• Supervise, organize, and allocate daily tasks and to maintenance team.
• Track equipment performance, investigate recurring breakdowns, perform root cause analysis, and execute corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure strict compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) procedures and standards in all maintenance activities.
• Keep accurate maintenance records, including work orders, equipment history files, spare parts usage, and maintenance reports.
• Organize closely with Production/Operations teams to plan and schedule maintenance shutdowns with minimal disruption to plant output.
• Train, mentor, supervise, and evaluate the performance of maintenance staff, and detect training needs.
• Ensure proper use, calibration, and upkeep of maintenance tools, equipment, and workshop facilities.
• Participate in the preparation and control of the plant maintenance budget, monitoring maintenance costs against targets.
• Produce and submit periodic (daily, weekly, and monthly) maintenance performance reports to the Engineering Superintendent.
• Ensure plant equipment complies with statutory, regulatory, and manufacturer requirements.
• Respond promptly to plant breakdowns and emergencies, mobilizing the maintenance team to restore operations safely and quickly.

• Communication
• Leadership
• Management
• Excel
• Planning
• Training
• Mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems knowledge
• Preventive maintenance planning
• Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) familiarity
• Team management
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Root cause analysis
• Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations understanding
• MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel)
• Maintenance reporting/documentation tools
• Ability to work under pressure
• Decision making during emergencies
• Written and verbal communication skills in English

• Bachelor's Degree (A0) or Advanced Diploma (A1) in Mechanical Engineering, with extensive relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in plant maintenance, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role, preferably within a mining, heavy industrial processing plant.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems used in crushing, screening, and materials-processing plants.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance planning principles; familiarity with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is an added advantage.
• Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to supervise a multidisciplinary maintenance team.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven ability to perform root cause analysis and execute lasting corrective actions.
• Sound understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations applicable to industrial and mining operations.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and maintenance reporting/documentation tools.
• Ability to work under pressure, oversee competing priorities, and make sound decisions during breakdowns or emergencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of Kinyarwanda and/or French is an advantage.
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, or be on standby/on call as required by plant operations.