Reliability & Asset Management Senior Engineer – Electrical & Instrumentation

Reliability & Asset Management Senior Engineer - Electrical & Instrumentation First Quantum Minerals invites applications for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in Solwezi, Northwestern Zambia, for experienced professionals seeking reliability asset management engineer jobs in Solwezi.

Join a company where independent thinking and innovative problem solving are valued, and where you will contribute directly to operational excellence in extraordinary locations. About First Quantum Minerals At First Quantum, we empower our people through a unique culture known as the “First Quantum Way.” We foster bold, smart approaches to identify opportunities, solve complex problems, and deliver outstanding results.

If you thrive in an environment that encourages independent thought and challenges convention, this role offers a platform to make a significant impact. Key Responsibilities for Reliability Asset Management Engineer Jobs in Solwezi As a Senior Engineer specializing in Electrical & Instrumentation, you will play a pivotal role in implementing and maintaining the Smelter Asset Management Framework.

Your duties will include:

• Supporting the asset management framework for fixed plant and mobile equipment, ensuring accurate asset registers and hierarchies are maintained in Pronto.
• Monitoring asset health indicators to identify trends and deterioration requiring maintenance intervention.
• Managing reliability maintenance strategies to prevent mechanical failures and optimize asset performance.
• Conducting periodic condition assessments and risk evaluations, and assisting in mitigation planning.
• Leading reliability and performance monitoring of HV/LV systems, MCCs, transformers, PLC, DCS, SCADA, and instrumentation through KPI tracking and data analysis.
• Driving Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and promoting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilizing digital platforms such as Power BI, CMMS, PI System, and RtDUET to develop dashboards, reports, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Assisting in maintenance optimization, spare parts management, and shutdown planning through detailed asset performance analysis.
• Promoting a culture of safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) compliance in all asset management activities.
• Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering or a related discipline.
• Certification in Asset Management or Reliability Engineering (e.g., ARP, CMRP) is advantageous.
• Certification in Condition Monitoring Techniques and advanced training in Power BI or analytics is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in maintenance, reliability, or asset management within the mining or mineral processing industry; smelter experience is a strong advantage.
• Proven senior-level experience in electrical engineering, control and instrumentation, or PLC specialization.
• Demonstrated expertise in asset performance monitoring, reliability improvement, and RCA reviews.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems such as PRONTO or SAP, and strong computer skills including MS Office.
• Exposure to ISO 55000 Asset Management principles and digital asset management technologies.

Core Competencies and Behavioral Traits Technical Expertise:

• In-depth knowledge of HV/LV distribution, DCS, PLC, SCADA, and condition-based maintenance techniques.

Analytical Thinking:

• Strong ability to analyze performance data, identify trends, and implement effective solutions.

Problem Solving:

• Practical approach to resolving asset reliability challenges and optimizing maintenance strategies.

Communication & Collaboration:

• Clear and professional communication with all stakeholders and effective teamwork across disciplines.

Continuous Improvement:

• Proactively identifying and driving initiatives to enhance asset performance and operational efficiency.

Accountability & Initiative:

• Ownership of responsibilities with a proactive mindset to identify and act on improvement opportunities.
• Application Details This is a full-time position based in Solwezi, Northwestern Zambia.
• Candidates interested in pursuing one of the leading reliability asset management engineer jobs in Solwezi are encouraged to apply before the closing date of 18 September 2026.