Underground Workshop Maintenance Fitter

About the role

We are seeking a qualified Underground Workshop Maintenance Fitter to lead our underground workshop and mobile maintenance teams at the Sukari gold mine. The role involves coordinating safe, efficient maintenance activities across mechanical, electrical and welding disciplines, ensuring high equipment availability in a challenging underground environment.

Key responsibilities

• Execute preventive maintenance on underground equipment using OEM service sheets (e.g., CAT SIS, Sandvik) and site standards.
• Perform mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and power‑train repairs, overhauls and component rebuilds.
• Conduct diagnostic troubleshooting on complex engine and hydraulic systems to minimise downtime.
• Provide rapid breakdown response both in the workshop and underground, ensuring safe return‑to‑service.
• Plan and execute rigging, heavy lifting and stored‑energy tasks (e.g., nitrogen accumulator charging) with strict exclusion zones.
• Interpret OEM manuals, complete detailed work orders and maintain accurate service sheets and handover notes.
• Lead safety and compliance by applying Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out (LOTO) procedures and conducting pre‑start risk assessments.
• Manage hazardous waste (oils, filters) according to environmental standards and keep the workshop organised.

Required profile

• Technical or vocational diploma / trade certificate in Diesel or Mechanical fitting.
• Valid driver’s licence and medical clearance for underground access.
• Minimum three years’ experience maintaining heavy mining equipment.
• OEM‑specific training preferred (CAT, Sandvik, Normet, Volvo) and certifications in hydraulic troubleshooting and rigging.

Required skills

• Preventive maintenance
• Mechanical repair and overhaul
• Hydraulic and pneumatic system expertise
• Power‑train component servicing
• Diagnostic troubleshooting
• Breakdown response
• Rigging and heavy‑lifting operations
• Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out (LOTO) compliance
• OEM service procedures (CAT, Sandvik, Normet, Volvo)
• Parts identification and management

What we offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Permanent, full‑time position with a 20/10 roster
• Opportunity to work on modern underground gold‑mining equipment at a leading Egyptian mine