MEM Reliability Analyst

Job Summary

The Reliability Analyst – Data & Asset Performance is responsible for supporting Kinross’ Asset Management and Reliability strategy by transforming maintenance and condition monitoring data into meaningful insights that improve safety, equipment availability, reliability, and total cost of ownership. This role develops and maintains Power BI dashboards and SQL Server data models to enable data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement across Mobile Equipment Maintenance (MEM). Responsible for the technical oversight of the fire detection system via thermography, ensuring system health and data integrity to support early fire detection and continuous asset condition monitoring across the site.

Essential Functions

1.    Data, Reporting & Digital Enablement
•    Develop, maintain, and enhance standardized Power BI dashboards supporting MEM and site KPIs (availability, utilization, MTBF, MTTR, schedule compliance, backlog health, component life, and cost performance).
•    Establish automated refresh schedules and data validation routines to ensure high data integrity and reliability.
2.    Reliability & Asset Performance
•    Perform reliability analyses including Pareto, trend analysis, and working with NDT Technicians on FMEA/FMECA, and root cause analysis.
•    Track and report benefits associated with reliability initiatives, including cost savings, downtime avoidance, and availability improvement.
3.    Continuous Improvement & Knowledge Management
•    Standardize KPI definitions, reporting methodologies, and documentation.
•    Maintain clear documentation of data models, queries, and dashboard logic.
•    Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and analytics processes through automation.
4.    Support deployment and operation of thermographic robotic monitoring systems on shovels and selected fixed plant assets (e.g., drive towers, lubrication rooms, MCC areas, conveyors, and other critical locations).
5.    Validate and trend thermographic data and integrate results into Power BI dashboards and reliability reports.
•    Oversee the condition monitoring system, managing device configuration, alert logic optimization, and technical support for the Machine Health team.
6.    Develop standard work instructions and response playbooks for thermographic alerts and findings.
7.    Incorporate thermographic and robotic monitoring results into FMEA/FMECA, defect elimination, and asset health strategies.
8.    Maintain high personal standards in safety, attendance, work ethic, and general knowledge of how the maintenance activities are performed.
9.    Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
10.    Compliance with all company policies and procedure, including, but not limited to, safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
11.    Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state.
12.    Work safely in all areas, identify potential safety hazards, and work with management to correct hazards.
13.    Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
14.    Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

1.    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
2.    Minimum 3 years of experience in reliability, maintenance analytics, asset performance, or industrial data analysis.
3.    Advanced proficiency in:
a.    Power BI (DAX, Power Query, data modeling)
b.    SQL Server / T-SQL
4.    Strong understanding of maintenance and reliability principles (MTBF, MTTR, RCM, PM optimization, CBM). 
5.    Mining or heavy industrial maintenance environment.
6.    Experience with CMMS/ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP, Maximo).
7.    Exposure to condition monitoring technologies (oil analysis, vibration, telematics), thermography, infrared inspection, or thermal imaging technologies.
8.    Familiarity with robotic or automated condition monitoring systems and industrial sensor networks.
9.    Understanding of electrical and mechanical failure modes detectable via thermography.
10.    Ability to interpret thermal imagery and translate findings into actionable maintenance recommendations.
11.    Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
12.    Strong interpersonal and persuasive skill and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees.
13.    Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational, and technical writing skills.
14.    Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
15.    May work holidays, shift work, and weekends as required.
16.    Requires valid driver’s license.

Health, Safety and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.