Mechanical Maintenance Specialist – Mining Operations

About the role

First Quantum is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Specialist to lead complex interventions on critical mining equipment at the Cobre Panamá operation. The role focuses on maximizing equipment reliability, availability and safe performance through advanced diagnostics, failure analysis and technical leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Execute and lead complex mechanical maintenance tasks on critical assets such as mills, crushers, high‑capacity pumps and transport systems.
• Perform root‑cause analysis of recurring failures and propose corrective improvements.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior mechanics and verify the quality of work before equipment release.
• Participate in predictive inspections and condition‑based maintenance planning.
• Coordinate with planning teams to optimise intervention schedules.
• Ensure strict compliance with industrial safety standards and LOTO procedures.

Required profile

• Technical degree or higher in Industrial Mechanics, Electromechanics or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical maintenance experience in mining, processing plants or heavy industry.
• Proven experience with high‑demand rotating equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Strong knowledge of root‑cause analysis (RCA) and reliability engineering.
• Ability to interpret advanced mechanical drawings and technical documentation.

Required skills

• Diagnostic and repair of mills, crushers, pumps and transport equipment.
• Precision alignment, basic balancing and major component assembly.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic system maintenance.
• Root‑cause analysis (RCA) and reliability techniques.
• Advanced mechanical drawing interpretation.
• Industrial safety standards and LOTO procedures.