About the role
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:
The Foreman, Excavator will be responsible for the reliability and availability of the maintenance team by building, assessing and continuously improving the equipment availability. Identify, develop, and implement improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and effectiveness of maintenance and operations processes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise planned and breakdown maintenance on all Mechanical systems on Excavator Machines
- Ensure works order compliance.
- Order parts and draw parts from onsite warehouse/s.
- Actively promote full cooperation between the maintenance and mining operation
- Prioritize workload as per equipment priority and production requirements.
- Drive to achieve required equipment availability and reliability targets.
- Advise management of whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
- Offer sound knowledge of reading schematics and troubleshooting fault on equipment
- Strong commitment towards safe work practices.
- Coordinate activities of your team in accordance with the maintenance weekly plan
- Participate in the formulation of the weekly plan
- Rotable management on the shop floor in liaison with the part and rotable controller
- Liaise with the leadership team on performance issues
- Embed the culture of quality repairs and continuous improvement in the team
- Carry out routine safety and statutory inspections
- Carry out planned repairs in the workshop
- Managing & reporting of the parts availability
- Monitor Condition of equipment
- Identify continuous improvement opportunities
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPEREINCE
- Minimum of a Grade Twelve (12) Certificate
- Craft or Advanced Certificate in Heavy Equipment Repair or equivalent.
- A member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
- Valid Driver’s License - Class C
- Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and experience working with PRONTO
- Excellent verbal and written skills in English.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels.
- Minimum of 4 years’ proven experience working on Liebher and Hitachi Excavators
- All academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).
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Aplyr's read
First Quantum Minerals is a leading player in the global mining industry, attracting professionals in engineering, geosciences, and community relations.
What's promising
- •Strong global presence with operations in multiple countries.
- •Focus on copper and nickel positions it well in the growing demand for these metals.
- •Diverse roles available, from technical to community-focused positions.
What to watch
- •Mining operations are subject to environmental and regulatory challenges.
- •Fluctuating commodity prices can impact financial stability.
- •Operations in politically unstable regions may pose risks.
Why First Quantum Minerals
- •Significant investment in geometallurgy and process control.
- •Emphasis on community relations and social responsibility.
- •Innovative earthworks optimization strategies in place.
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About First Quantum Minerals
First Quantum Minerals Ltd. is a global mining and metals company engaged in the exploration, development, and production of copper and nickel, with operations in various countries.
