Chifeng Gold’s Lane Xang Minerals Limited (LXML) operates the Sepon Gold and Copper Operation, located in Vilabouly District, Savannakhet Province, Lao PDR. Since operations commenced in 2003, LXML Sepon has produced over 1.1 million tonnes of copper cathode and over 53 tonnes of gold. In 2022, Sepon produced 6,600 tonnes of copper and 6.7 tonnes of gold. Planned production for 2023 is over 6 tonnes of gold and 7,000 tonnes of copper.

LXML is now positioning itself for future growth. With the transition from a copper-focused operation to a gold-focused operation completed in 2020 and with a number of other feasibility studies, a ramp up in exploration and with merger and acquisition activity underway, the future for LXML and the Sepon operation is unlimited in potential and opportunity.

In support of this growth, we are looking for Maintenance Planner to join our team to deliver on our growth plans, and be a part of this exciting future.

The Maintenance Planner will be responsible for the execution of all maintenance work control processes contained within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) with the aim to enable the most effective and cost-efficient method for the maintenance execution teams to maintain the plant and equipment, thus minimizing down time and maximizing productivity.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain and continually improve planning & scheduling processes and procedures for fixed plant maintenance.
• Liaise and coordinate with production team, suppliers and contractors to support maintenance activities.
• Manage the planning and forecasting of Maintenance for the Pronto via the CMMS to ensure that all maintenance tasks are planned and completed in the allocated time.
• Create Work Order and fully plan and scope order for scheduling.
• Create and develop a Gantt chart for work order in MS Project, based on work scope information. Manage all necessary records as required.
• Inventory planning and management of spare requirements in line with company policy.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• A tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or relevant field.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a maintenance planner.
• Understanding of project reporting and project controls.
• Strong analytical, time management, planning and scheduling skills.
• High attention to details and ability to meet tight deadlines consistently.
• Monitor Asset Management KPI’s and report to the Asset Management Implementation Supervisor.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Pronto at intermediate level.

An attractive salary package, including performance-based incentives and other benefits is on offer for this role.  This is a great opportunity to join an existing world class mining operation and contribute towards the ongoing development of the biggest and best mining company in the Lao PDR.

Phonsinuan Village, P.O. Box 4486, Vientiane, Lao PDR Tel:  +856 21 268 200, NalaoVillage, Kaisone District, Savannakhet Tel:  +856 41 212686