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First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

Industrial Mechanic

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeColón, Colón Province, PanamaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A technical degree in Industrial Mechanics, Maintenance Mechanics, Heavy Automotive Mechanics, or a related field is required.
  • At least 3 years of mechanical maintenance experience in industrial environments, mining, process plants, power generation, or large-scale facilities is required.
  • Knowledge and experience with rotating and stationary equipment, including pumps, motors, reducers, gearboxes, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, conveyors, crushers, mills, and other process equipment are required.
  • Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and technical manuals is required.
  • Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment is required.
  • Basic knowledge of alignment, assembly, and disassembly of mechanical components is required.
  • Knowledge of industrial safety standards and proper use of personal protective equipment is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance according to established plans.
  • Diagnose mechanical failures and propose safe, efficient solutions.
  • Disassemble, repair, adjust, and assemble mechanical components.
  • Conduct routine inspections to verify equipment condition and report anomalies.
  • Follow safety procedures, including work permits and lockout/tagout when applicable.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
  • Accurately record all maintenance activities in company systems.
  • Collaborate with electrical, instrumentation, and operations teams as needed.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement in reliability, equipment availability, and safety standards.

Desired Qualifications

  • Relevant technical certifications are desirable.

About the Company

First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

First Quantum Minerals operates global copper and nickel mining projects, with gold and cobalt as byproducts. It runs a portfolio of mines and mineral processing plants across four continents, and it employs about 20,000 people. The company uses technical, project management, engineering, construction, and operations expertise to develop and run complex mines and processing facilities, including tailings reprocessing and large-scale operations like Cobre Panama. Its goal is to become one of the world’s top copper producers and to deliver sustained value to employees, investors, and the communities hosting its operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
1983

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