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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 Job Purpose:

Coordinate and execute all Dewatering sectional activities including Projects. Monitor, maintain and install pit dewatering infrastructure and Light plants. Facilitate all sectional related works as required.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure all Statutory compliance requirements adhered to.
• Lead and manage a team of dewatering personnel to ensure outputs and KPI’s are achieved.
• Pump and pipe selections, installations and relocations.
• Diesel Engine maintenance and repairs.
• Light Plant maintenance and repairs.
• Ensuring that all tasks are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, to assure maximum reliability and uptime.
• Planning and setting out work targets for daily shift work group activities in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Achieving results through prioritizing activities, monitoring the progress of assignments, and holding oneself accountable for the results.
• Motivate yourself and others in overcoming obstacles and achieving goals.
• Planning & assisting in laying out of work on new projects.
• Ensuring maximum plant availability at all time.
• A proven ability to work with other disciplines to achieve minimal disruption to plant operating times.
• Identify safety hazards and rectify/control.
• Adhere to and enforce all aspects of the company’s health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• Access safety hazard reports and follow up on corrective actions.
• Run safety meetings/toolbox talks on a daily basis.

Job Specific Competencies:

• Proven knowledge of pumping and piping systems.
• Ability to correctly select pumps and piping based on pump curves and losses.
• Appreciation of water drainage systems.
• High regard and commitment to safe work practices.
• Must be a good swimmer.

Key Job Attributes :

• Detail Orientated.
• Problem Solving skills.
• Professionalism.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Must be flexible to work and attend to any shift as assigned.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Conflict resolution.
• Must be an active listener.
• Must be a good team player.
• Ability to make precise judgment and decisions.
• Ability to delegate as and when need arises.
• Must be able to effectively manage time.
• Must be smart.
• Self-driven.
• Planning skills.
• Must possess managerial courage.
• Must demonstrate excellent business acumen.
• Process oriented.
• Must be an influencer of positive change.

Experience required to perform in this job :

• Minimum of 5 years’ supervisory experience.
• Experience in Mine Dewatering Operations or similar environment.

Qualifications :

• Full Grade 12 certificate.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in a Mechanical field.
• Member of EIZ and registered with ERB.