POSITION OVERVIEWAs a Reliability Specialist, you will be part of the Assets & Engineering Department, responsible for understanding and applying the relevant Asset Management Framework (AMF) Standards within your area.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS- Demonstrate commitment to safety and Capstone's Values in Action.
- Equipment Maintenance Strategy Development: Develop, review, and optimize equipment strategies and criticality in ERP to improve reliability and maintenance planning.
- Business Risk Management: Identify, assess, and prioritize risks using the Capstone Copper Risk Matrix, leading mitigation to support business objectives.
- Defect Elimination Process Management: Develop and maintain the site's Trigger Actions Response Plan (TARP) and lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to address critical maintenance and operational defects.
- Improvement Opportunities Identification: Analyze equipment performance data to identify and prioritize high-value, low-complexity improvement opportunities using business tools to optimize site resources.
- Equipment Performance Monitoring: Develop, maintain, and automate equipment performance visuals using data from downtime, throughput, cost systems, leveraging tools like Power BI, Pi Process Book, and Minestar.
- Equipment Operational Readiness: Represent maintenance and operations in projects by providing input on equipment maintainability, performance history, and pre-commissioning maintenance strategies.
- Actively participate in line-out and safety meetings, contributing to safety discussions and operational efficiency.
- Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and initiative.
Required- Bachelor's degree in engineering or diploma in related field.
- 3 years in mechanical, electrical, planning, reliability, operations, mining, processing, metallurgy experience in a mining operational facility.
- Maintenance & Reliability Expertise: Skilled in reliability-centered maintenance (RCM, FMEA), defect elimination (RCA, 5WHY), asset lifecycle management, and condition monitoring techniques (vibration, oil, ultrasound, thermography).
- Technical & Analytical Aptitude: Deep knowledge of mining equipment (crushers, conveyors, mills, pumps, mobile equipment) and the ability to solve complex problems using data-driven insights.
Preferred- Degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, industrial, materials, mining, chemical or metallurgy.
- 5+ years' experience in mechanical, electrical, planning, reliability experience in a mining operational facility.
- Equipment & Performance Analysis: Proficient in analyzing maintenance KPIs, equipment performance, and business risks, with experience using databases and reporting tools.
- Communication & Project Management: Capable of clearly conveying technical concepts and managing multiple projects effectively.
- Language: Fluent in English (spoken, written, comprehension).
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS- Combination of office-based and field-based work in an active open pit mining operation.
- Frequent walking on uneven ground and navigating active mine work environment
- Occasional stair climbing.
- Occasional climbing of fixed ladders and elevated structures.
- Exposure to dust, noise, heat, and varying weather conditions.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when working in operational areas.
All candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol test, and background check. All positions require a pre-placement physical examination to ensure candidates are 'fit for duty'. Additional training and/or testing may be required. Capstone maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
