Mechanical Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the mechanical maintenance team, including technicians, fitters, and welders.
Plan, schedule, and oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant and mobile equipment (crushers, conveyors, pumps, screens, and processing plant machinery).
Diagnose mechanical faults and lead troubleshooting efforts to minimize equipment downtime.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations and company policies during all maintenance activities.
Monitor spare parts inventory and coordinate with the Maintenance & Material Manager on procurement needs.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history logs.
Conduct routine inspections and audits of mechanical systems to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
Train, mentor, and evaluate the performance of mechanical staff.
Liaise with other departments (production, electrical, procurement) to ensure smooth plant operations.
Prepare reports on equipment performance, breakdowns, and maintenance costs for management review.
Respond promptly to emergency breakdowns and ensure timely resolution.

Qualifications & Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
Prior experience in mining, coal processing, or heavy industrial plant operations strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating equipment.
Familiarity with maintenance management systems (CMMS) is an advantage.
Good command of English (spoken and written); knowledge of Lao or Thai is a plus.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Willingness to work on-site at XPPL (Sekong Province) under a rotational or resident schedule.

Key Competencies

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