Central Maintenance Director

Comilog, a key player in manganese ore production.

A Gabonese company and subsidiary of the Eramet group, the Compagnie Minière de l’Ogooué (COMILOG) specializes in the extraction and processing of manganese ore. It is the world's leading producer.

Our ambition is to maintain this position as a global leader. Our teams are committed to a sustainable transformation that incorporates the best practices in mining and metallurgy. Our ability to engage in transparent dialogue and co-creation, based on an ethical model, with our host communities and local authorities is the foundation of profitable operations for all our stakeholders.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Operations Director, you will define and lead Comilog’s central maintenance strategy across its entire value chain, from mining to the port, including mineral processing and rail transport.

You will ensure the availability, reliability and performance of industrial assets, while maintaining a strong focus on safety, cost control and operational continuity.

Leading multidisciplinary, multi-site teams, you will deploy world-class maintenance standards and bring stakeholders together around a shared vision of operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Define and deploy Comilog’s maintenance policy and strategy across all sites and activities.
• Ensure the availability, reliability and risk control of critical assets across the mine, processing and transformation units, railway operations and port facilities.
• Structure and continuously improve maintenance processes, including methods, planning, work preparation, scheduling, CMMS, reliability engineering, spare parts management and reporting.
• Lead the deployment of a world-class maintenance model, based on continuous improvement, reliability, predictive maintenance and WCM/TPM, RCM and FMEA standards.
• Lead multi-site governance (100+ people), harmonize practices, support operational departments and manage performance through data and common routines.
• Ensure HSE requirements are embedded, optimize maintenance costs, secure major shutdowns and contribute to strategic investments.

Your Profile:

• You hold an Engineering degree or a Master’s degree in an industrial or mining-related technical field.
• You have at least 15 years of experience in an industrial environment, in operations and/or maintenance, including significant experience in a leadership role.
• You have proven maintenance experience in an international environment, ideally in the mining or metals industry, as well as experience deploying or improving a CMMS.
• You have expertise in heavy industrial maintenance, mobile equipment and fixed installations. Experience with railway equipment and major shutdown management would be an asset.
• A recognized leader, you are able to lead change and federate multi-site teams. You are rigorous, organized, results-oriented and comfortable working in a multicultural environment.
• Committed to HSE excellence, you demonstrate autonomy, curiosity, analytical thinking and a strong team spirit. You can prioritize, adopt a solutions-oriented approach and work collaboratively with all corporate functions.

Our Benefits

Join Eramet, a responsible and committed mining group, for a rewarding career in a dynamic, inclusive, and international work environment with numerous development opportunities!

At Eramet, you will benefit from:

• An attractive salary with performance-related bonuses.
• Premium health and welfare coverage.
• An international environment with exceptional projects and opportunities for growth within an expanding group.
• A comprehensive onboarding process for a successful start in the company.

For more information on our CSR commitments and values, visit our website.

With operations on five continents and over 70 nationalities represented, Eramet is inherently diverse. We are convinced that diversity is an asset, and we are committed to welcoming all talents, regardless of gender, disability, age, or social or cultural background. We ensure support and development opportunities for all throughout their professional journey.