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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:
Job title:
Mechanical Maintenance Planner
Site:
KANSANSHI Mining Plc
Department:
Smelter Engineering
Section:
Maintenance Planning
Position reports to
: Snr Planning Supervisor
Grade:
G14
Direct reports:
Assistant & Clerk Planners
Purpose
To diligently execute maintenance planning functions according to instructions and prescribed standards ensuring that optimum equipment availability and reliability is realised.
Key Responsibilities
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This position will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
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Compiling schedules for new equipment in line with OEM recommendations and RCM principles and uploading into the ERP system
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Planning and Scheduling of daily, Weekly, Monthly and other scheduled Maintenance.
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Shutdown and Special Projects Scheduling.
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Making follow-ups on the work Orders waiting parts in collaboration with the expediting officer
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Ensuring the timely availability of spares for scheduled maintenance
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Conducting Planning Meetings with other stakeholders
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Raising and closing of work orders in the ERP maintenance module
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Preparing and presenting weekly and monthly performance reports
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Performing RCFA on equipment failures and chairing analysis meetings
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Ensure the accuracy of the ERP Maintenance module database, task list, equipment history, spares lists, and Applied Parts Lists (APLs).
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Shut Down Coordination
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Maintaining good working relationships with internal and external departmental employees
Qualifications
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Grade 12 Certificate
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Minimum of a Craft Certificate in Mechanical / Plant Fitting
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Possess strong interpersonal skills
Experience
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Minimum experience 2 – 3 years
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Previous work experience in a large copper mining operation will be advantageous.
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Must be Computer literate.
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Must have CMMS (PRONTO) Experience
BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS
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Teamwork
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Bold initiative
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Thinking Safety
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Upholding Quality
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Technical Skill
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Driving Quantity
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Driving attendance
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
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Standby and overtime when required
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Must be able to work with minimum Supervision.
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Very good verbal communication skills.
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A high standard of computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Office.
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Must be very conversant with PRONTO and Microsoft Project
