For our client based in West Africa, we are seeking a highly skilled Maintenance & Infrastructure Supervisor. This role is essential for a junior mining company developing a significant project, requiring a versatile leader to oversee plant maintenance and associated logistics infrastructure.

Role Title: Maintenance & Infrastructure Supervisor
Region: West Africa
Rotation: FIFO 6/2

About the Role:
The Maintenance & Infrastructure Supervisor will be responsible for the holistic maintenance management of the processing plant and critical external infrastructure, including road, rail, and port operations. This position requires a technical professional comfortable with both electrical and mechanical systems to ensure operational reliability and efficiency during the project’s development and operational phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily maintenance activities across the processing plant and associated infrastructure assets.

• Oversee the maintenance and operational readiness of complex logistics chains, including road, rail, and port facilities.

• Manage technical issues across both electrical and mechanical disciplines, ensuring seamless integration and system availability.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-disciplinary maintenance team, fostering a culture of safety and high performance.

• Develop and execute preventative and corrective maintenance schedules to minimize operational downtime.

• Collaborate with project management to ensure infrastructure supports production targets.

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with strict safety standards and environmental regulations.

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in mining, plant, or heavy infrastructure maintenance.

• Proven exposure to managing road, rail, and port operations is essential.

• Strong technical competency in both electrical and mechanical systems.

• Demonstrated history of team leadership and supervision in a mining or heavy industry setting.

• Experience working on development projects or in remote locations is highly regarded.

• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in French is advantageous.

Benefits & Opportunities:

• Opportunity to join a growing junior mining owner during an exciting development phase.

• Competitive USD salary package.

• Standard FIFO roster offering a balance of site work and home leave.

• Broad scope of responsibility covering diverse infrastructure and plant assets.

If you are interested – or know someone who could be a good fit – please send your CV through to Jo at jlecorre@aerinternational.com