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First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

Senior Electromechanic for Bus Fleet

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeColón, Colón Province, PanamaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Technical, technologist, or industrial high-school qualification in automotive mechanics, electromechanics, automotive electricity, or a related area.
  • At least 3 years of experience maintaining and repairing buses or passenger transport fleets.
  • Demonstrated experience working with Hyundai buses, considered highly desirable, and with Kia, Toyota, JMC, or equivalent vehicles.
  • Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on diesel engines.
  • Experience diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
  • Experience using automotive scanners and diagnostic tools.
  • Experience documenting maintenance interventions and technical reports.
  • Strong knowledge of comprehensive maintenance for passenger transport buses.
  • Knowledge of 12V and 24V vehicle electrical systems.
  • Knowledge of diesel engines and electronic injection systems.
  • Ability to interpret electrical diagrams and technical manuals.
  • Knowledge of suspension, steering, brakes, and powertrains.
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems.
  • Ability to work under pressure, results orientation, and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive technical inspections of buses.
  • Identify mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults using diagnostic tools and equipment.
  • Analyze causes of recurring failures and propose corrective actions.
  • Perform preventive maintenance according to established plans.
  • Perform corrective maintenance and specialized repairs on engines, steering, suspension, brakes, and electrical components.
  • Ensure completed work meets manufacturer specifications.
  • Verify vehicles function correctly before releasing them.
  • Identify operational risks and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Prepare technical diagnostic and repair reports.
  • Record maintenance activities and keep vehicle histories up to date.
  • Document findings, parts used, and technical recommendations.
  • Support optimization of maintenance programs and contribute to reducing recurring failures.
  • Share good practices and technical knowledge with the team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of CAN bus systems and vehicle communication networks.
  • Experience using a computerized maintenance management system or maintenance management system.
  • Experience in root cause analysis.
  • Ability to read technical documentation in English.
  • Experience in mining, industrial, or corporate passenger transport operations.
  • Certifications or courses in automotive electronic diagnostics.
  • Specialized technical training in diesel vehicles.
  • Specialized technical certifications in electronic diagnostics.
  • Additional training in Hyundai diesel engines or similar manufacturers.

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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