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:

Key Responsibilities

• Must be able to run maintenance works in the workshop and pit area, ensuring all parts and materials are available.
• Searches and sorts through the CMMS backlog to ensure all identified backlog work is included in the scheduled planned work.
• Monitor warehouse stock levels and Prioritize tasks when planning corrective and Preventive maintenance works
• Organizes all resources required to execute the maintenance, including in-house labour, contractors, tech support, rental equipment, specialty tools, consumables, etc.
• Identifies any potential consumable materials issues and works with supply chain to ensure everything required is on site prior to maintenance work.
• Ensure all planned works are done and closed out in the CMMS system.
• Understands and complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate team to ensure all safety compliance targets are met.
• Ensure all legal appointments in the section are done in the Mining regulation logbook.
• Other duties as given by Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 Certificate
• A minimum of a Technician certificate in Heavy Equipment Repair (A Degree in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage)
• Valid Driving License class B manual or better
• Holder of current Valid EIZ membership
• Registered Engineer with Engineering Registration Board ERB
• Ability to hold a MR207 or 210(1b) Appointment.

Experience

• Ability to read and understand mechanical detail drawings, technical instructions manuals, parts books.
• 5 or more years’ experience in Mobile Maintenance and H.E.R
• Ability to Generate and use Reports made in Power BI.
• Ability to Prepare Project Plans and Monitor Progress.
• Demonstrable Experience leading Teams of Artisans and Technicians in maintenance works.
• Ability to understand and interpret oil laboratory analysis results.
• Experience in Condition based Maintenance.
• knowledge of Microsoft Office products including MS Projects and CMMS software such as PRONTO.
• Self-motivated, team player with a positive attitude and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience in performing RCFAs and ICAMs.
• Experience with Leadership training programs will be an added advantage.
• Experience with Komatsu (Graders, dozers, Loaders) and Liebherr (dozers) will be an added advantage.