Copper Quail Global

Planning Supervisior

Copper Quail Global  •  Republic of Sierra Leone (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description


A large-scale iron ore operation in Sierra Leone is seeking an experienced
Planning Supervisor

to lead Maintenance Planning and drive safe, reliable, and cost-effective plant performance.


Role Purpose


Supervise and execute all activities related to Maintenance Planning.


Department:

Engineering & Maintenance

Reports to:

Planning Superintendent


Key Responsibilities


• Lead and develop maintenance planners and schedulers
• Prepare annual and short-term (S+6) maintenance plans and budgets
• Plan preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities
• Manage work orders, resources, and shutdown planning via CMMS
• Monitor maintenance KPIs and produce performance reports
• Ensure alignment between maintenance, operations, and engineering
• Enforce HSE standards and promote Zero Harm culture
• Train and upskill national staff through structured coaching


What We Are Looking For


Knowledge & Skills

• Strong CMMS and maintenance planning expertise
• Proven leadership and team management ability
• Solid understanding of mining safety and compliance
• Analytical, structured, and cost-focused
• Strong communication and coordination skills

Experience

• Minimum 5 years in Maintenance Planning (mining environment preferred)
• Experience working in Africa or developing environments essential

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or similar)
• Master’s degree in Maintenance or Reliability – advantageous
Copper Quail Global

About Copper Quail Global

Copper Quail Global is an international recruitment and executive search firm that connects exceptional talent with leading organizations across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and beyond.

We specialize in Executive Search, Contingency Recruitment, Headhunting, Outsourced Staffing, and Training — helping clients build high-performing teams that drive growth and innovation.

Our strength lies in deep sector expertise and global reach. Backed by years of hands-on industry experience, our consultants partner closely with clients to deliver recruitment strategies that align with each organization’s culture, structure, and long-term goals.

We serve a wide range of industries, including Mining, Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, FMCG, Agriculture, Financial Services, IT & Telecommunications, Engineering & Manufacturing, and NGOs.

Whether you’re scaling into new markets or strengthening your leadership pipeline, Copper Quail Global provides agile, end-to-end recruitment support designed for impact and longevity.

Why clients choose us:

🌍 Global Reach: Access to an extensive network of talent across continents.

💼 Sector Expertise: Deep understanding of your industry’s dynamics and challenges.

🧭 Tailored Solutions: Custom recruitment strategies built around your objectives.

🏆 Proven Results: A strong record of successful placements and long-term partnerships.

🤝 Exceptional Talent: Connecting you with candidates who lead, innovate, and deliver.

Copper Quail Global — Your trusted partner for global talent and local expertise.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
2017
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