Specialist Training Excavators amp Shovels at First Quantum Minerals

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

Purpose

To be responsible for conducting comprehensive training for Kansanshi Mining Plc (KMP) employees and designated contractors on Excavator & Shovel operations by the KMP Standard Operating Procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Planning for daily activities in line with the approved training plan & schedule.
Conducting training in line with the Operator Training Process and Training Path.
Conducting assessments in line with the assessment procedure.
Instilling the culture of KMP Safety Standards during training.
Complete all documentation to a high standard and submitted timeously.
Monitor and ensure that the training hours are completed by each trainee to ensure adherence to the Training Path.
Administrate and record learning progress accurately and timeously.
Coaching & Mentoring Learners.
Ensure that all training is in line with the company’s approved procedures.
Liaising and planning with the supervisors to minimise the negative impact on production during practical training.
Ensure that all training documents are signed off by relevant stakeholders.
Conduct infield observation and refresher training on operators to enhance skills.
Ensuring that the learners’ identified skills gaps are closed.
Demonstrate high levels of knowledge in WENCO systems operations.
To competently use learning management systems (INX).
Reporting all lapses to the supervisor during training.
Any other duties as may be reasonably assigned to you.

Qualifications

Minimum of a Grade 12 School Certificate
Valid driving licence.
Certificate in Teaching Methodology
Basic computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
Valid first aid certificate
Blasting licence is an added advantage
A diploma in a Mining-related field would be an added advantage.

Experience

A minimum of 7 years’ experience in the mining industry at operator level.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience operating excavators & shovels in a very busy mine environment
Experience on Hitachi or Liebherr equipment would be an added advantage.

Behavioural Traits

Professionalism
Honesty and integrity
Fairness
Adopts and embraces FQM corporate values

The ability to supervise groups of trainees.

Good verbal and written communication skills.
The ability to act as mentor and role model to trainees
The ability to facilitate classroom and field training for groups of varying sizes.

Operational Requirements

Ability to meet tight deadlines
Self-starter with minimum supervision
Good operational and organisational skills
A high level of competency on all equipment in the required discipline
A high level of competency on high precision applications in the required discipline

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