Rebuild Fitter

Job Location: Eritrea, East Africa
Job Closing Date: 17 November 2026
Salary: Market Related
Contract Period: Definite (2 Years)

Introduction to Bisha Mining Share Company

BMSC is an Eritrean company formed for the development and operation of the Bisha Mine in western Eritrea, Africa. The Bisha Mine is a high-grade copper, gold, silver and zinc mine that commenced production in February 2011. The Bisha Mine has received continuous support from the Eritrean government, who granted the Company's mining license in January 2008. The project is the first modern mine in Eritrea.

After two years of low-cost gold production, the Bisha Mine transitioned to low-cost, high-grade copper production in 2013. Starting in 2016, Bisha also produces zinc concentrate. Further resource potential exists at depth and from nearby discoveries within the Company's licensed areas.

The site is a well-established site with excellent catering and recreational facilities. The site also offers Wi-Fi internet coverage throughout the village as well international TV and a full gymnasium. Security ranks with best in the world and employees mountain bike freely. Expatriates work a roster of 6 weeks on and 3 weeks off; we offer on-site medical services as well as company medical, accident death and disability and life insurance (employee only); Employees are provided with private rooms with en-suite toilet and shower facilities; Working hours at Bisha are Monday to Saturday from 6am to 6pm with a one-hour lunch break and Sundays from 6am to 12pm with the afternoon off.

The successful candidate will earn a salary which is market related. Contract is for a period of 02 (two) Years.

Kindly Note - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks after the application closing date.

Primary Purpose

• The Rebuild Fitter is responsible for the disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly of industrial slurry, high pressure, water pumps, chemical pumps, gearboxes, compressors, cylinders etc. to ensure optimal performance and reliability. This role is troubleshooting and improving equipment efficiency in operation of ore processing equipment.

Essential Functions

• Performs routine rebuilds while following safe work practices per BMSC safety policy.
• Provides guidance in continuous improvement of rebuilding procedures.
• Communicates with plant management regarding the status of rebuilds.
• Coordinates with the Training Department to help create content for training program.
• Assists with evaluation of national staff to validate skills for training progression.
• Must be able to interpret part’s schematics/drawings and assist the Plant with ordering the required parts for a successful rebuild.
• Must be able to find solutions for problematic machines and/or parts to increase efficiency and sustainability.

TASK DESCRIPTION Expanded TO CORE PERFORMANCE AREAS

Planning

• Responsible for forecasting and planning of all rebuild work
• Follows the “Planned Maintenance Schedule”. (Planned Task Document Observation).
• Tracks the use of maintenance and repair parts and ensures orders are placed within time
• Must be able to interpret structural and civil drawings to execute Project plan
• Uses reliability centered maintenance strategy to ensure availability of equipment

Implementation of the Plan

• Ensures maintenance and rebuilds of equipment is carried out in an efficient and effective way to minimize downtime through rework
• Ensure safety requirements are utilized, including leading Field Level Risk Assessment (FLRA) and proper use of the appropriate PPE. Report any safety issues/incidents.
• Comply with mine’s cardinal rules and other safety, environmental or other rules and standards as directed. Identifies any hazards in the workplace.

Training

• Ensure that trainees have all tools and knowledge to undertake tasks under your supervision.
• Trainees need to be able to identify parts and perform quality rebuilds
• Trainees must ne taught lathe work and milling.
• Manages effective use of time and attendance.
• Be able to apply skills and transfer knowledge to team members
• Ensure proper housekeeping in shop.

Unique requirements/other information

• Candidate must be physically medically fit
• Candidate must be Mechanically Qualified
• Prior Ball & SAG Mill, Slurry and water pumps, Agitators and Gearboxes experience.
• Proven expertise in diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with plant maintenance and shutdown
• Must be able to work outside exposed to heat, wind and dusty environments
• Must be able to work at Heights
• Must have a Light vehicle license.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Qualifications

• Internationally recognised trade certificate as a Mechanical Fitter.

Knowledge and Experience

• 10+ years relevant experience with ore processing equipment
• Lathe, Milling Machines, Welding, Cutting and Grinding

Technical Skills

• Mechanical & Maintenance experience
• Problem solving skill
• Milling and lathe work
• Pumping system knowledge and rebuild experience
• Agitator and gearbox rebuild experience
• Stick welding
• Ability to work to tight tolerances
• Maintain a high level of workmanship
• Root cause analysis and elimination
• Problem solving skills.

Behavioural Skills

• Communication (English)
• Assertiveness
• Interpersonal Relations
• Integrity and Prioritizing skills & multi-skilling
• Ability to work towards strict deadlines
• High level of accuracy and Attention to detail
• Analytical skill
• Self-motivated.