Maintenance Team Leader

About Rutongo Mines Ltd

Rutongo Mines Ltd is a tin mining company located in Masoro Sector, Rulindo District, Northern Province, Rwanda. We are recruiting competent, qualified, and experienced professionals to join our team.

Position Overview

Grade: C3
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor
Works Closely With: Maintenance Mechanics, Auto-Electricians, Assistant Mechanics, Apprentices, Storekeeper, Data Administrator

Job Brief

The Maintenance Team Leader is responsible for leading the day-to-day execution of preventive and corrective maintenance activities on all mining machinery, vehicles, and fixed equipment across the operation. The role coordinates a multi-disciplinary crew of mechanics, auto-electricians, and assistants on the shop floor; allocates daily work; enforces compliance with safety and technical standards; and ensures that asset availability targets are met. The position acts as the operational bridge between the Maintenance Supervisor and the maintenance crew, with shared accountability for fleet OEE, downtime reduction, spare-parts readiness, and continuous improvement of maintenance practices.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Coordination

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of mechanics, auto-electricians, assistant mechanics, and apprentices across all mining sites
• Allocate daily work orders and prioritize tasks based on operational urgency, equipment criticality, and resource availability
• Provide on-the-job coaching and technical mentoring; contribute observations and feedback to the Maintenance Supervisor to support performance evaluations and career development of crew members
• Conduct daily toolbox talks, shift handovers, and team briefings to align the crew on priorities, hazards, and standards
• Escalate disciplinary matters and performance concerns appropriately