People Project Co
MEP & Facilities Manager – Mining Company (Tanzania)
- Location
- Tanga, Tanzania
- Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- Not stated
- Closes
- Not stated
- Posted
- 17 Aug 2026
About the job
MEP & Facilities Manager – Mining Company (Tanzania)
Agency:People ProjectLocation:TanzaniaIndustry:Mining / Mineral Processing OperationsEmployment Type:Full-time
Job Purpose
People Project is recruiting on behalf of a growing mining company in Tanzania seeking an experiencedMEP & Facilities Managerto oversee mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and facilities infrastructure supporting mineral processing operations and remote site facilities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant infrastructure, utilities, workshops, accommodation facilities, and other critical site services. The role requires strong engineering leadership, maintenance management experience, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams in a remote mining environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Engineering & Maintenance Management
Lead mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and facilities maintenance activities across mining operations.
Ensure reliable operation of:GeneratorsElectrical distribution systemsPumpsMotorsWater supply systemsWorkshopsAccommodation facilitiesCritical infrastructure
Generators
Electrical distribution systems
Pumps
Motors
Water supply systems
Workshops
Accommodation facilities
Critical infrastructure
Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Maintain maintenance records, asset registers, inspection reports, and equipment histories.
Diagnose equipment faults and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
Support installation, commissioning, and optimization of new plant equipment and infrastructure.
2. Facilities & Infrastructure Management
Oversee maintenance of:OfficesWorkshopsAccommodation campsWarehousesSite buildings
Offices
Accommodation camps
Warehouses
Site buildings
Manage:BoreholesWater storage tanksWater distribution networksDrainage systemsSanitation facilitiesWastewater infrastructure
Boreholes
Water storage tanks
Water distribution networks
Drainage systems
Sanitation facilities
Wastewater infrastructure
Ensure uninterrupted operation of utilities and support services.
Maintain high standards of facility performance and infrastructure integrity.
3. Asset Reliability & Utilities Management
Monitor fuel, electricity, and water consumption.
Implement initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
Maintain availability of:Spare partsMaintenance materialsToolsConsumables
Spare parts
Maintenance materials
Tools
Consumables
Analyze equipment performance and identify reliability improvement opportunities.
4. Project Coordination & Technical Support
Review:Engineering drawingsTechnical specificationsBills of quantitiesContractor submissions
Engineering drawings
Technical specifications
Bills of quantities
Contractor submissions
Coordinate engineering contractors to ensure safe and quality project delivery.
Support plant expansion, infrastructure upgrades, and improvement projects.
Ensure compliance of engineering installations and maintenance activities.
5. Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure maintenance activities comply with:Occupational Health and Safety standardsEnvironmental regulationsEngineering compliance requirements
Occupational Health and Safety standards
Environmental regulations
Engineering compliance requirements
Enforce safety procedures including:Permit-to-work systemsLockout/Tagout (LOTO)Confined space entry controls
Permit-to-work systems
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Confined space entry controls
Conduct:InspectionsRisk assessmentsIncident investigationsCorrective action follow-ups
Inspections
Risk assessments
Incident investigations
Corrective action follow-ups
Ensure compliance of electrical systems, lifting equipment, pressure systems, fire protection systems, and utilities.
6. Budgeting & Performance Management
Prepare maintenance budgets, work plans, and resource forecasts.
Monitor maintenance expenditure and optimize costs.
Prepare performance reports covering:Equipment availabilityDowntime analysisMaintenance KPIs
Equipment availability
Downtime analysis
Maintenance KPIs
7. Leadership & Team Management
Lead and supervise:ElectriciansMechanicsPlumbersTechniciansMaintenance personnel
Electricians
Mechanics
Plumbers
Technicians
Maintenance personnel
Manage contractor performance and ensure quality workmanship.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Conduct workforce planning, coaching, performance reviews, and staff development.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in:Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringBuilding Services EngineeringRelated Engineering discipline
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Building Services Engineering
Related Engineering discipline
Professional registration with a recognized engineering body is an added advantage.
Experience
Minimum6–8 years of experiencein:MEP operationsIndustrial maintenanceFacilities managementHeavy engineering operations
MEP operations
Industrial maintenance
Facilities management
Heavy engineering operations
At least2 years in a supervisory or management roleleading multidisciplinary teams.
Proven experience managing:GeneratorsPumpsMotorsElectrical systemsWater infrastructureMechanical equipment
Electrical systems
Water infrastructure
Mechanical equipment
Strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
Experience interpreting:Engineering drawingsTechnical specificationsEquipment manualsMaintenance schedules
Equipment manuals
Maintenance schedules
Experience in:Contractor managementBudget preparationMaintenance planningOperational reporting
Contractor management
Budget preparation
Maintenance planning
Operational reporting
Preferred Experience
Minimum3 years in a Plant Manager, Senior Plant Superintendent, or similar leadership role.
Gold processing operations experience highly preferred.
Experience in mining or remote operational environments.
Exposure to:Plant commissioningExpansion projectsProcess optimization
Plant commissioning
Expansion projects
Process optimization
Experience within Tanzania or East African mining sector is highly desirable.
Required Competencies
Strong engineering and technical troubleshooting skills.
Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
Strong planning and project coordination skills.
Analytical and problem-solving capability.
Knowledge of industrial safety standards and engineering compliance.
Financial awareness and maintenance budget management skills.
Strong communication and stakeholderskills.
Ability to work independently in a remote operational environment.
High attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the requirements should submit their:
Updated CV
Cover Letter
Application Portal:PeopleCareersCLICK/TAP HERE TO APPLY:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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