Job Details

Job Description

At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Job description:

Overall Role Purpose

The holder of this position will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.

Core Specific Responsibilities & Expected Deliverables

The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include;

• Carry out planned maintenance jobs as per OEM Standard and work order completion.
• Maintain high standard in Machining, Milling and boring mill
• Maintain excellent customer relations through frequent communication.
• Prepare accurate service and repair reports in a timely manner.
• Comply with safe working standard in the rebuild workshop Demonstrate safe, environmentally sound and healthy work behaviours at all times.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance and calling for repairs?
• Keep supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipts.
• Repair and service all Plant equipment products within the established standards.
• Other duties as instructed by the Supervisor.
• To perform any other duties as directed by the Supervisor.

Specific Competencies

• Troubleshooting
• Standby work required
• Overtime when necessary
• Exposure to dust, heat and noise
• PC Literacy
• An understanding of the cultural and political environment
• An understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures

Behavioral Traits / Personal Characteristics

• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
• Bold initiative
• Thinking and working safety and safely
• Upholding quality
• Technical Skill
• Driving quantity
• Driving attendance Knowledge and understanding of diverse third world cultures and customs an advantage.

Qualifications & Experience

• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience
• Full Grade 12 Certificate with 5 O’levels
• Craft Certificate in Line Boreing/Machinist
• A member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
• Valid Driver’s licence
• All certificates must be certified by ZAQA