Job Details

  • Deadline: 10th August, 2026.
  • Company: Sandvik
  • Location: Zambia
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Category: Administrative/Secretarial Jobs in Zambia
  • Application: Online application

Job Description

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Company

Sandvik

Location

Zambia

State

Solwezi

Job type

Full-Time

Job category

Administrative/Secretarial

Job Description

Project Manager

We are looking for a Project

Manager

to be responsible for leading, planning, coordinating, and delivering projects safely, efficiently, and within approved scope, budget, and timelines. The role ensures that project objectives are achieved through effective resource management, stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, and performance monitoring.

Job Purpose

The Project Manager is accountable for the delivery and control of all maintenance execution activities at the Lumwana contract site.

The role ensures

Effective execution of both planned and unplanned maintenance

Clear ownership and prioritisation of all work

Alignment of execution with operational and contractual performance targets

The position is critical to the turnaround and focuses on execution control, not coordination, ensuring that all maintenance activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Execution Control & Authority

Act as the single point of authority for all maintenance execution

Control and prioritise all work across: Planned / PM maintenance Breakdown / unplanned work Daily service activities

Make real-time decisions on: Work prioritisation Resource allocation Shift execution changes

2. Breakdown Management (Pit Operations)

Lead all breakdown response activities in the open pit

Ensure rapid mobilisation of teams and resources

Minimise equipment downtime and improve MTTR

Maintain safe and effective field operations

3. Planned Maintenance Execution (Workshop)

Ensure disciplined execution of planned maintenance activities

Protect PM compliance while balancing breakdown priorities

Work closely with planning to ensure readiness and execution alignment

4. Team Leadership & Foremen Management

Directly manage: Breakdown Foremen (pit operations) Workshop Foremen (planned maintenance)

Enforce: Clear execution accountability Standardised work practices Elimination of siloed decision-making

5. Resource & Shift Management

Allocate manpower dynamically across: Pit vs workshop Planned vs breakdown work

Ensure effective coverage across: Day shift Night shift Rotation (FIFO 21/7 environment)

6. Safety & Compliance

Ensure all maintenance activities are executed in accordance with safety standards

Reinforce safe practices in: Lifting operations Welding and fabrication Field-based repairs

Support continuous improvement in safety performance

7. Cross-Functional Coordination

Work closely with: Turnaround Control Lead → planning discipline, KPI control Product Master → technical troubleshooting and reliability support Parts & Readiness → availability of tools, spares, and equipment

Ensure alignment between plan and execution

8. Performance & KPI Delivery

Drive improvements in: Equipment availability Breakdown response time Maintenance execution efficiency

Support accurate downtime classification and reporting

Key Requirements

Experience

Proven experience in maintenance execution leadership within mining or heavy equipment environments

Strong background in breakdown management and field operations

Experience managing multi-shift teams in remote or FIFO environments

Technical & Functional Skills

Strong understanding of: Maintenance execution processes Planned vs breakdown maintenance dynamics Heavy equipment or mining machinery

Leadership Competencies

Strong decision-making ability under pressure

Ability to lead and control field teams

Clear communication and accountability enforcement

Results-driven and execution-focused mindset

Desirable Qualifications

Engineering diploma/degree or equivalent technical qualification

Trade certification or OEM equipment experience

Experience in mining service contracts or OEM environments

Exposure to turnaround or performance recovery projects

Role Context

Site-based role (Lumwana)

FIFO / rotational environment

High-pressure turnaround environment

Requires strong field presence across pit and workshop

Success Criteria

Clear execution control across all shifts

Reduced equipment downtime and improved MTTR

Improved PM compliance and execution discipline

Elimination of siloed behaviour between workshop and pit

Measurable improvement in equipment availability

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Method of Application

Submit your CV and Application on Company Website: Click Here

Closing Date: 10th August, 2026.

How to Apply

Apply online: Open application link