Shift Plant Fitter

Shift Plant Fitter

 

Trinity Musha Mines Limited is a Rwandan mining company that operates the Musha mine and is a subsidiary of Trinity Metals Limited. 

 

 

JOB ADVERTISEMENT: SHIFT PLANT FITTER

Trinity Musha Mines Ltd is a Mining company focused on the production and exploration of Tin, Tantalum, and Lithium in Rwanda. Trinity Musha is currently looking for a highly motivated and committed Shift Plant Fitter. 

  1. Position/Job Title: Shift plant Fitter
  2. Job Grade: C1
  3. Department: Engineering
  4. Reports To: PlantMaintenance Shift Supervisor
  5. Job Brief: The Shift Plant Fitter is responsible for delivering efficient mechanical maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair of all plant machinery and water systems during shift operations. The role ensures equipment remains safe, reliable, and fully operational to support continuous production and effective water management.

They also handle the installation, inspection, servicing, and repair of fixed plant mechanical equipment to maintain safe and efficient plant performance. By providing timely maintenance and minimizing breakdowns, the Shift Plant Fitter helps reduce downtime and extend the lifespan of plant assets.

6. Responsibilities: The shift plant fitter has the following responsibilities and duties:

1. Maintenance and Repair

  • Perform preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance on mechanical equipment such as crushers, screens, conveyors, slurry pumps, water pumps, shaking tables, spirals and jigs.
  • Dismantle, inspect, repair and reassemble equipment according to OEM specifications.
  • Replace worn out parts such as belts, pulleys, liners and bearings.
  • Conduct routine inspection and alignment of rotating machines.

2. Water System

  • Inspect, install, service, and maintain water pumps, pipelines, valves, and fittings.
  • Carry out daily monitoring of water flow, pressure, and pump performance.
  • Handle troubleshooting of water pumps.
  • Conduct repairs on leaking pipes, damaged flanges, or blocked lines.

3. Inspections and diagnostics

  • Perform regular inspections of equipment to identify potential failures.
  • Report mechanical defects and recommend corrective actions.
  • Use measuring tools (vernier calipers, micrometers, dial indicators) for alignment and tolerance checks.
  • Participate in root cause analysis for equipment failures.

4. Installation and commissioning

  • Assist in installation and alignment of new machinery and plant components.
  • Support commissioning new or overhauled equipment.
  • Ensure all installations meet safety and engineering standards.

5. Safety and compliance

  • Adhere to all safety, health and environment (SHE)regulations.
  • Follow the lock-out/Tag-out and permit work procedures.
  • Always use appropriate personal PPEs.
  • Conduct pre-task assessments before performing maintenance.

6. Coordination and Communication

  • Work under the direction of the Plant Maintenance shift supervisor.
  • Communicating equipment condition and job progress clearly.
  • Collaborate with electricians, welders and operators during maintenance tasks.
  • Complete job cards, maintenance logs and work order reports accurately.

7. Job Requirements: The Plant Shift Fitter should have the following education, experience and skills:

  • Diploma in Industrial Mechanical Fitting or related field
  • Trade Test Certificate in Fitting and turning/Mechanical Fitting or equivalent.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a fitter in a mineral processing plant.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with rotating and fixed plant equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and manuals.
  • Experience with welding, fabrication or machining is an advantage.
  • Strong understanding of maintenance strategies (PM, PdM, RCM).
  • Trustworthy and have sober habits
  • Basic mathematical and writing skills
  • Be able to work within a Team environment
  • Professionalism, Positive Attitude and Excellent communication skills at least in English.


HOW TO APPLY:

Applications should be submitted no later than Wednesday18th February 2026 at 5 PM. Please click on the “Apply Here” button to complete your application.

Indicating which position, you are applying for and addressed to the General Managerof Trinity Musha Mine Ltd.

The deadline for application is Wednesday18th February 2026 at 5 PM.

For other inquiries please contact the HR office on 0788525141.

Only applicants fulfilling the requirements will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 2-5 days after the deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.

Done at Musha, on 4/2/2026.


Missionnaire Mbanza

General Manager

Trinity Musha Mines Ltd