Engineer, Mechanical First Quantum Minerals Ltd (FQM)

PURPOSE

Responsible for any ad hoc projects, investigations that would require a financial appreciation and critical thinking ability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide engineering support to ensure in-house component refurbishment projects satisfy OEM standards.
• Develop and implement a QA/QC process on all internally and externally refurbished components.
• Implement industry wide best practices with regard to component storage at Warehouse.
• Review and periodically refine the Site’s Rotable Repair process.
• Manage critical Spares and Tooling for the Section.
• Prepare Component Assessment and Repair Reports for all refurbished components.
• Engage End users with feedback on improving maintenance practices.
• Maintain accurate Rotable population database and produce periodic status reports as and when required.
• Provide Technical support on all warranty claims.
• Participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis on all premature failures.
• Hands on experience in maintenance and production related processes.
• Ensure a safe work environment is maintained applying all company policies and safe work practices, demonstrating a strong commitment to the safety of employees
• Provide engineering support services for the installation, maintenance and operation of various project works ensuring the safety, efficiency and integrity of the network in accordance with requirements
• Project manage the technical and financial aspects of small scale projects, applying effective project management techniques from inception to completion
• Participate in the improvement of engineering standards, specifications and instructions associated with replacement, refurbishment and augmentation of equipment
• Liaise with other teams in troubleshooting root cause and incident investigations including equipment failures and defects for low impact planned and unplanned events;
• Perform any other duties as required by Management.

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

• Grade twelve (Grade 12) School Certificate
• Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• A member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English.
• Ability to achieve result is a cross-cultural environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 5 Years’ experience in a similar role

Skills Required for the Job

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, problem solving, decision making, organizational and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to resolve day-to-day challenges relating to legal compliance.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and other programs utilized for training and tracking purposes.
• Detail oriented and ability to meet deadlines.

Behavioral Traits / Personal Characteristics

• Bolder: Flexible, versatile, and prepared to take on challenges as needed.
• Smarter: always looks for efficiencies and better ways of doing things
• Driven: Sets high standards, is motivated and determined.
• Together: communicates well with peers and understand others views.