Maintenance and Reliability Planner

Maintenance and Reliability Planner Jobs in Kalumbila at KASCCO LIMITED KASCCO LIMITED invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Maintenance and Reliability Planner at our Kalumbila site in North West Province, Zambia.

As a leading company specializing in contract mining, civil construction, and equipment hire, we are seeking experienced professionals to join our team and contribute to operational excellence through effective maintenance planning and reliability management.

About KASCCO LIMITED With over 14 years of experience, KASCCO LIMITED delivers tailored solutions in mining, drilling, crushing, screening, and bulk earthworks. We pride ourselves on our skilled workforce and commitment to quality, ensuring projects meet stringent standards and logistical demands.

Our reputable transport division has supported regional and cross-border logistics for more than a decade, reflecting our dedication to reliability and growth. As an equal opportunity employer, we promote a safe and inclusive working environment.

Role Overview:

Maintenance and Reliability Planner Reporting directly to the Maintenance Superintendent, the Maintenance and Reliability Planner will develop and manage comprehensive maintenance schedules to optimize equipment availability and reliability.

This role requires close coordination with production teams to minimize downtime and ensure effective execution of maintenance activities across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and mobile equipment divisions. Key Responsibilities Develop weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance plans and schedules.

Prepare detailed job plans for preventive, predictive, corrective, and statutory maintenance. Coordinate maintenance activities to align with production schedules, minimizing interruptions.

Plan and oversee maintenance shutdowns and major overhauls. Scope, prioritize, and schedule maintenance work orders, ensuring resource availability including labor, tools, materials, and contractors.

Maintain and manage maintenance backlog, prioritizing critical work. Monitor progress against approved schedules and maintain reliability improvement plans for critical mining equipment.

Analyze equipment failure data to identify trends and conduct Root Cause Analysis for major failures. Recommend corrective and preventive actions to reduce recurring failures and support Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM) implementation.

Review equipment performance metrics such as MTBF, MTTR, and availability to identify improvement opportunities. Ensure compliance with company HSE policies, mining safety standards, and incorporate risk assessments, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures in planning.

Manage contractor planning and control, and promote safe maintenance practices throughout the operation. Report hazards, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions promptly.

Ensure all maintenance activities comply with applicable Zambian mining and occupational health and safety regulations. Qualifications and Experience Grade 12 certificate with relevant technical qualifications.

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related disciplines. Relevant maintenance planning or reliability certification is advantageous.

Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in maintenance planning, reliability engineering, or maintenance supervision. Strong preference for candidates with mining industry experience.

Familiarity with heavy mobile mining equipment, fixed processing plants, electrical systems, or heavy industrial machinery. Proven experience in preventive and predictive maintenance, shutdown and major maintenance planning.

Competence in failure analysis and maintenance performance reporting. How to Apply for Maintenance and Reliability Planner Jobs in Kalumbila Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to submit their application letter, CV, copies of qualifications, and necessary permits.

Please include daytime telephone and/or mobile contact details. Applications should be sent via email to Apply Now.

Applications must reach the Group Human Resource Manager no later than Monday, 17th August 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Address The Group Human Resource Manager KASCCO Limited P.O Box 110340 Solwezi, Zambia Job Details Company KASCCO LIMITED Location Kalumbila, North West Province, Zambia Job Type Full Time Category Engineering & Construction Application Deadline 17 August 2026 Application Email Apply Now