Company Description

KCM Nchanga is a major mining operation focused on safe, efficient, and sustainable extraction and processing of mineral resources. The company prioritizes reliable plant performance, adherence to safety standards, and continuous improvement in its operations. Employees work in a dynamic industrial environment where equipment reliability and timely maintenance are essential to production. KCM Nchanga supports skills development and technical excellence, offering opportunities to contribute to large-scale projects. The organization values teamwork, accountability, and a strong commitment to health, safety, and the environment.

Role Description

The Mechanical Fitter role at KCM Nchanga is a full-time, on-site position based in Kitwe. The Mechanical Fitter will install, assemble, align, and maintain mechanical components and machinery across plant and mining operations. Daily tasks include diagnosing mechanical issues, performing repairs and replacements, conducting routine inspections, and carrying out preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime. The role involves working with machining and fitting tools, following technical drawings and specifications, and ensuring all work complies with safety and quality standards. The Mechanical Fitter will collaborate with other maintenance and operations team members, complete job reports, and support continuous improvement of mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Fitting and working with Machinery in industrial or mining environments.
• Experience with Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Competence in Machining, including use of workshop tools and equipment for fabrication and repairs.
• Relevant technical qualification or trade certificate in Mechanical Fitting, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Sound understanding of safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and safe use of tools and lifting equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and engineering specifications.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and capability to work in a team and with minimal supervision.
• Previous experience in mining, heavy industry, or large-scale plant maintenance is an advantage.

• Install, assemble, align, and maintain mechanical components and machinery across plant and mining operations.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and perform repairs and replacements.
• Conduct routine inspections and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime.
• Work with machining and fitting tools, following technical drawings and specifications.
• Ensure all work complies with safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations team members.
• Complete job reports and support continuous improvement of mechanical systems.

• Fitting and working with machinery in industrial or mining environments
• Maintenance and preventive maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems
• Machining and use of workshop tools and equipment for fabrication and repairs
• Understanding of safety procedures and lockout/tagout practices
• Safe use of tools and lifting equipment
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, manuals, and engineering specifications
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and ability to work with minimal supervision

• Relevant technical qualification or trade certificate in Mechanical Fitting, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience in mining, heavy industry, or large-scale plant maintenance is an advantage.