Condition Monitoring Analyst

About the role

Reporting to the Reliability Supervisor, the Condition Monitoring Analyst provides data‑driven reports and recommendations on equipment health using electronic condition data, oil sample analysis, work order history and technical information. The role aims to improve maintenance decisions, increase fleet reliability, reduce operating costs and minimise unplanned downtime through preventive maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all applicable Panamanian laws, regulations and HSE standards.
• Monitor and diagnose equipment condition using oil analysis, ferrografía, filtrografía, performance testing and other techniques.
• Identify root causes from condition data and implement corrective action plans to optimise productivity and component life.
• Make on‑condition decisions, evaluating impacts on safety, production and cost.
• Collaborate with the Reliability Engineer to resolve major issues that cause significant downtime.
• Support weekly work‑management and plant‑shutdown planning for on‑condition tasks.
• Contribute to short‑ and long‑term maintenance integrity of heavy equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering.
• Relevant technical certification such as Mobile Equipment Mechanic.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong knowledge of machines and tools, including design, use, repair and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and transform data.
• Demonstrated experience in condition‑based maintenance and predictive analytics.

Required skills

• Oil analysis
• Ferrografía and filtrografía techniques
• Performance testing
• Condition monitoring
• Predictive maintenance
• Mechanical equipment certification
• Engineering drawing interpretation