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.

PURPOSE

Reporting to the Superintendent, Flotation, Services and Booster Pump Stations, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise to the Flotation Mechanical teams by building, assessing and continuously improving the equipment availability by identifying, developing and implementing improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and effectiveness of all plant equipment, safely according to prescribed standards and statutory requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

• Develop standard safe working procedures and actively participate in HSE initiatives.
• Ensure employees work in compliance with H&S (e.g. isolation, lock out and tag out), quality and environmental standards and procedures.
• Create and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure the use of best practice maintenance techniques and procedures for the maintenance and optimum performance of the Grinding, including associated equipment.
• In concordance with the field supervisors, coordinate daily corrective actions through formal workplace inspections.
• Oversee the execution of maintenance plans for the Flotation area making use of appropriate diagnostic techniques developed through our extensive knowledge of the process plant and equipment.
• Manage the database of maintenance activities of work performed
• Systematically develop methods, materials, tools and parts so downtime is minimal.
• Provide technical and managerial support for the Flotation area maintenance personnel daily to maximize production and efficiencies and optimize costs
• Evaluate the performance of equipment to identify and initiate development opportunities.
• Enforce housekeeping standards in all designated work areas.
• Promote a positive employee environment ensuring a continuation of a solid working relationship with all employees.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and/or related Trade Certificate.
• Eligible for Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ) & Engineering Registration Board (ERB) membership (Applicable to both Zambian Nationals and Expatriate candidates)
• Have taken training and courses in safety and environment
• Excellent leadership, motivational, clear communication, and interpersonal skills (Leadership or Supervisory training certifications)
• Strong understanding of maintenance process improvement and control strategies (asset management training). Certification is a plus
• Knowledge of PRONTO or other enterprise systems (CMMS training)
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Valid LV Driver’s License.

EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years of experience in the maintenance operations of a circuit and associated areas.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership / supervisory experience.
• Proven experience in a large concentrator plants and/or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of concentrator plant equipment in the assigned area (gyratory crushers, conveyor belts, apron feeders, cone crushers, SAG and ball mills, slurry pumps, cyclones, flotation cells, thickeners, agitator tanks, etc.)
• Working with the highest safety and environmental standards.
• Demonstratable track record to mentor the local workforce
• Very good problem-solving skills
• Previous OEM experience with Flot Cells, KREBs, and Pumps. Warman Pumps, Gearbox OEM added advantage

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standby and overtime when required
• Exposure to noise/dust

• Develop standard safe working procedures and actively participate in HSE initiatives.
• Ensure employees work in compliance with H&S (e.g. isolation, lock out and tag out), quality and environmental standards and procedures.
• Create and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure the use of best practice maintenance techniques and procedures for the maintenance and optimum performance of the Grinding, including associated equipment.
• In concordance with the field supervisors, coordinate daily corrective actions through formal workplace inspections.
• Oversee the execution of maintenance plans for the Flotation area making use of appropriate diagnostic techniques developed through our extensive knowledge of the process plant and equipment.
• Manage the database of maintenance activities of work performed
• Systematically develop methods, materials, tools and parts so downtime is minimal.
• Provide technical and managerial support for the Flotation area maintenance personnel daily to maximize production and efficiencies and optimize costs
• Evaluate the performance of equipment to identify and initiate development opportunities.
• Enforce housekeeping standards in all designated work areas.
• Promote a positive employee environment ensuring a continuation of a solid working relationship with all employees.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

• Excellent leadership, motivational, clear communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of maintenance process improvement and control strategies
• Knowledge of PRONTO or other enterprise systems (CMMS training)
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Very good problem-solving skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and/or related Trade Certificate.
• Eligible for Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ) & Engineering Registration Board (ERB) membership (Applicable to both Zambian Nationals and Expatriate candidates)
• Have taken training and courses in safety and environment
• Excellent leadership, motivational, clear communication, and interpersonal skills (Leadership or Supervisory training certifications)
• Strong understanding of maintenance process improvement and control strategies (asset management training). Certification is a plus
• Knowledge of PRONTO or other enterprise systems (CMMS training)
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Valid LV Driver’s License.