DRILLING MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT REQUIRED – Beifang Mining Technology Services (Namibia) (Pty) Ltd 34 views

A relevant National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mining Engineering is commonly required, along with proven experience in drilling rig maintenance and supervision. Namibian employers often expect valid Namibian-issued trade certificates (e.g., from NTA Level 5–6) and recognised safety certifications such as Namibian Mine Health and Safety Inspectorate (NMHSI) approvals or equivalent international credentials accepted locally.

Daily duties include overseeing preventive and breakdown maintenance of rotary and reverse-circulation drilling rigs, coordinating maintenance teams across remote sites, and liaising with mine operations to align maintenance schedules with production targets. You’ll also conduct safety inspections, complete NMHSI-compliant documentation, and participate in daily toolbox talks — all while adapting to variable site conditions common in Namibia’s arid and remote mining regions.

Namibian mining employers value strong interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, and adaptability — especially when managing diverse, multilingual teams across ethnic groups including Oshiwambo, Herero, and Afrikaans speakers. Punctuality, respect for hierarchy, and proactive communication with both local supervisors and expatriate management are consistently emphasised, alongside strict adherence to NMHSI regulations and local labour laws.

With consistent performance and further professional development, individuals often progress to roles such as Maintenance Manager, Technical Services Manager, or Operations Support Lead within larger contractors or mining houses. Some pursue specialised pathways like reliability engineering or transition into training and competency assurance roles accredited by the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) or NTA.

Employers generally provide at minimum the statutory benefits: 20 days annual leave, medical aid (often through Namibian providers like NAMAF or Medshield), and pension contributions under the Namibian Pension Funds Act. Additional benefits may include housing allowances, transport support, and repatriation assistance for expatriates — all subject to compliance with the Labour Act, 11 of 2007, and NMHSI employment standards.

Applications must be submitted with a Namibian CV format — including ID number, contact details, and verified references — and should highlight hands-on drilling maintenance experience on rigs used in Southern African mines (e.g., Boart Longyear, Sandvik, or Atlas Copco). Employers prioritise candidates who demonstrate NMHSI compliance knowledge, familiarity with Namibian environmental regulations, and evidence of mentoring local technicians in line with national skills development goals.