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First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

Diesel Mechanic

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

About the Job

Requirements

  • Technical training in Diesel Mechanics, Heavy Automotive Mechanics, or a related field.
  • At least 3 years of experience maintaining heavy mobile equipment in mining, construction, or heavy industry.
  • Knowledge of maintenance and repair of high-tonnage diesel engines; electronic and mechanical injection systems; hydraulic and transmission systems; cooling, lubrication, and fuel systems; and braking and steering systems.
  • Ability to use electronic diagnostic tools, including scanners and original equipment manufacturer software.
  • Ability to interpret technical manuals, hydraulic diagrams, and basic electrical diagrams.
  • Knowledge of industrial safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Experience working with haul trucks, hydraulic shovels, excavators, front-end loaders, tractors, graders, or other auxiliary equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on diesel engines and associated systems.
  • Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic failures using specialized tools.
  • Remove, repair, and reinstall major and minor diesel engine components.
  • Conduct operational tests to validate performance after repairs.
  • Accurately record work performed in the company's established maintenance systems.
  • Identify conditions that could cause recurring failures or operational risks.
  • Comply with safety standards, personal protective equipment requirements, and internal procedures, including lockout/tagout.
  • Keep the work area organized, clean, and safe.
  • Collaborate with other technical disciplines when an integrated equipment intervention is needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Technical certifications in diesel engines.
  • A valid driver's license, depending on the work area.

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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