Barloworld Equipment provides total solutions in earthmoving equipment, materials handling and power systems and related equipment in 10 countries in Southern Africa. As the appointed Caterpillar dealer in the region, Barloworld Equipment supplies equipment, parts and service to customers in the mining, construction, handling, agricultural and energy industries.

Barloworld Equipment Zambia Limited is looking for suitably qualified individuals to fill the following positions below:

HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIANS / DIESEL MECHANIC SPECIALISTS

(KITWE / SOLWEZI / KALUMBILA / LUMWANA)

Applicants suitably qualified based on the requirements stated below are invited to apply for the positions.

Job Purpose

Perform planned and breakdown repairs, services, and maintenance on earthmoving equipment and components, to supplier standards and customer requirements.

Key Outputs include but are not limited to:

• Quickly and efficiently diagnose machine systems and carry out repairs, services, and maintenance on earthmoving equipment on customer sites or at the BWE site.
• Compile accurate customer machine analysis and reports, including Machine Inspection Reports (MIRs) and Technical Analysis Reports (TAs).
• Maintain a professional image when representing BWE.
• Ensure safe work practices.
• Control contamination.
• Handle own administration (e.g., labor booking, service reports, part returns, expenses).
• Consistently ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are accurately maintained.

Minimum Candidate Requirements:

• Full Grade 12 certificate with not less than 5 credits
• An Advanced Technician Certificate /Diploma - Heavy Equipment Repair, Auto Electrician, or Diesel Mechanic.
• Not less than 5 years of relevant work experience in mining, construction, or energy industries.
• CAT machines exposure & A Millwright/ Dual qualification will be an added advantage.
• Registered member of Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Own accommodation in area of operation.

Competencies:

• Sound interpersonal and communication skills; Basic trouble shooting and problem-solving skills; Machine- specific technical knowledge and skills; Good Technical report writing; Basic business and financial understanding; Computer Literacy (SIS, STW & ET) knowledge; Applicable product knowledge. Hands on with minimum supervision.

• Quickly and efficiently diagnose machine systems and carry out repairs, services, and maintenance on earthmoving equipment on customer sites or at the BWE site.
• Compile accurate customer machine analysis and reports, including Machine Inspection Reports (MIRs) and Technical Analysis Reports (TAs).
• Maintain a professional image when representing BWE.
• Ensure safe work practices.
• Control contamination.
• Handle own administration (e.g., labor booking, service reports, part returns, expenses).
• Consistently ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are accurately maintained.

• Sound interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic trouble shooting and problem-solving skills
• Machine- specific technical knowledge and skills
• Good Technical report writing
• Basic business and financial understanding
• Computer Literacy (SIS, STW & ET) knowledge
• Applicable product knowledge
• Hands on with minimum supervision

• Full Grade 12 certificate with not less than 5 credits
• An Advanced Technician Certificate /Diploma - Heavy Equipment Repair, Auto Electrician, or Diesel Mechanic.
• CAT machines exposure & A Millwright/ Dual qualification will be an added advantage.
• Registered member of Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license