Engineering Superintendent

Our client is a trusted leader in the design and construction of mineral processing plants across a wide range of commodities. With expertise in fast-track, fixed-price EPC/LSTK projects, they deliver end-to-end solutions from pre-engineered modules to turnkey plants through their dedicated in-house construction team. Their operations span Africa and beyond, known for reliability, speed, and technical excellence.

About the position: Engineering Superintendent - Location: Luaxe, Angola

Purpose:

Oversee and improve resources, processes, and systems to ensure plant availability within the legal and engineering framework, ensuring efficient processing and recovery of diamonds.

Key Responsibilities and Functions:

• Implement Maintenance and Procurement Strategy, Business Plan & Objectives
• Manage optimal plant availability
• Assist with the development and implementation of production targets
• Human Resources Development to improve individual performance and ensure succession planning, training, and skills transfer
• Submit and motivate capital/strategic expenses to the Plant Manager
• Compile and implement Engineering Section budget
• Implement and manage maintenance planning system
• Manage provider relations
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and internal policies/procedures
• Implement Health & Safety compliance standards
• Compile and submit relevant reports to Plant Manager
• Oversee the utilisation and availability of resources for plant maintenance
• Maintain discipline in the workplace (e.g. absenteeism, timekeeping, misconduct)
• Manage workplace climate effectively
• Comply with safety, health, security, and environmental standards
• Possess thorough knowledge of diamond plants, DMS, and Recovery circuits
• Apply engineering best practices and standards
• Display strong technical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Exhibit strong auditing abilities
• Demonstrate deep understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations in the mining and processing sector
• Capable of working under pressure and leading a team of professionals and department heads
• Possess applicable financial, technical, and legal knowledge
• Understand engineering standards and maintenance processes/principles
• Competent in basic computer applications and MS Office
• Display coaching abilities and encourage teamwork

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum: N6 plus/or trade test (or equivalent T4, BSc) through a recognised institution; Code 8 drivers license
• Desired: As above, plus Government Certificate of Competency and ECSA Professional Registration
• Experience Required:
• Minimum: 5 years in a DMS and Recovery/separation technology environment, with at least 3 years at senior management level
• Desired: 8 years in a similar environment, with at least 5 years at senior management level
• Clear criminal record required

Additional Requirements:

• Must have a valid passport
• Must have a Yellow Fever certificate
• Police Clearance (no criminal record allowed)
• Must be healthy enough to pass a mining medical