Specialized Artisan (Mechanical & Fitting / Diesel Mechanic) – Ivanhoe Mines | Kolwezi | Mining Jobs DRC
Ivanhoe Mines invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Specialized Artisan (Mechanical & Fitting / Diesel Mechanic) position based in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Company: Ivanhoe Mines
- Division: Kamoa Copper
- Location: Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Employment Type: Contract (24 Months)
- Posted Date: 25 March 2026
- Closing Date: 09 April 2026
- Industry: Mining and Metals
- Job Category: Diesel Mechanic Jobs / Mechanical Artisan Jobs
Role Purpose
- The role involves maintaining and operating diesel-powered generation equipment to ensure continuous operation during normal and emergency conditions at Kamoa Copper Mine.
- The successful candidate will support mining operations by ensuring reliability of industrial diesel engines and rotating equipment.
Minimum Requirements
- Qualified Diesel Mechanic Artisan or equivalent
- Valid trade certification
- Completed safety and risk assessment training
- Minimum 6 years’ post-trade experience in the mining sector
- At least 6 years’ experience maintaining industrial rotating machines
- Experience with MTU (Rolls-Royce), Perkins, and Caterpillar diesel engines
- Proficiency in English (French, Swahili, or Mandarin advantageous)
Technical Skills
- Maintenance and repair of major diesel engines
- Knowledge of industrial rotating machinery
- Understanding of diesel engine systems and methodologies
- Ability to work across disciplines (fitting, rigging, boilermaking)
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair diesel engines used in power generation
- Ensure equipment reliability for operational and emergency use
- Supervise maintenance teams to ensure optimal performance
- Monitor equipment performance and identify faults
- Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency
- Ensure compliance with safety, health, environment, and quality standards (SHEQ)
Key Performance Areas
- Team supervision and performance management
- Stakeholder collaboration across departments
- Cost control and operational efficiency
- Support transformation, automation, and sustainability initiatives
- Integration of SHEQ standards into all processes
Core Competencies
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Leadership and supervisory skills
- Strong communication and instruction ability
- Attention to detail and quality focus
- Cultural awareness and adaptability
- Results-driven and proactive approach
Application Requirements
- Submit a PDF CV
- Certified copies (not older than 3 months) of:
- ID or Passport
- Driver’s License
- Qualifications
- If no response is received within 30 days after closing date, consider the application unsuccessful
