Job Description

Posted on November 28, 2023

Bantu Recruitment Agency is looking to fill up the following positions for their client. These positions will be based in North-Western province

ARTISAN MECHANIC – HEAVY EQUIPMENT REPAIR (HER)

Job Purpose:
The Incumbent will be required to safely execute fleet maintenance work according to the prescribed
standards while ensuring the safety of self and others.
Job Responsibilities:
The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include;

Diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems with and without using provided Electronic

Scanners/Diagnostic tools.

Repairing and servicing all heavy equipment products within the established standards.
Completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, and replacing filters.
Lubricating equipment in accordance with established procedures and charts.
Keeping equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles.
Maintaining vehicle functional condition by listening to operator complaints.
Completing work order closure sheets
Replacing parts and components.
Maintaining vehicle records by recording service and repairs.
Checking fan belts, hoses, wiper blades, radiators and batteries, and other safety equipment
Verifying vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives.
Maintaining excellent customer relations through frequent communication.
Preparing accurate service and repair reports in a timely manner.
Complying with state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control

Be actively involved in daily housekeeping
Any Other Duties, as per instruction from Direct Line Supervisor.

Job Specific Competencies:

Standby work required.
Overtime when necessary.
Doing shift work.
Exposure to dust, heat and noise.
PC Literacy.
An understanding of the cultural and political environment.
An understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
Valid Silicosis certificate.

Key Job Attributes:

Problem Solving.

Bold initiative.
Thinking and working safety and safely
Upholding quality
Technical Skill.
Driving quantity.
Driving attendance.

Qualifications and Experience required:
The job will require knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas:

Full Grade Twelve 12 School certificate.
Craft Certificate from recognised institution.
A member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
Valid Driver’s licence.
A minimum of 3 years relevant experience as a qualified Artisan HER.

ARTISAN – MECHANIC LV (LIGHT VEHICLE)

Job Purpose:
The holder of this position will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include;

Carry out planned maintenance jobs as per OEM Standard and work order completion.
Keep equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive

maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, and replacing filters and other repairs

Maintain excellent customer relations through frequent communication.
Prepare accurate service and repair reports in a timely manner.
Comply with state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards
Demonstrate safe, environmentally sound and healthy work behaviours at all times.
Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems using provided Electronic Scanners/Diagnostic tools.
Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance and calling for repairs.
Repair and service all light vehicles, generators, welding machines and related equipment within the established standards.
Performs any other reasonable duties, as instructed by the Supervisor.

Job Specific Competencies:

Standby work required.
Overtime when necessary.
Doing shift work.
Exposure to dust, heat and noise.
PC Literacy.
An understanding of the cultural and political environment.
An understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
Valid Silicosis certificate.

Key Job Attributes:

Problem Solving.

Bold initiative.
Thinking and working safety and safely
Upholding quality
Technical Skill.
Driving quantity.
Driving attendance.

Qualifications and Experience required:
The job will require knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas:

Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate.
Craft Certificate from recognised institution.
A member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
Valid Driver’s licence.
A minimum of 5 years relevant experience as a qualified Artisan Light Vehicle

ARTISAN – BOILERMAKER

Job Purpose:
The position exists an Artisan Boiler Maker for the Fabrication workshop at Central workshops.
Specific Job Responsibilities:
The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include;

Fabrication of structural steel work and pipe work.
Weld using multiple processes to a high standard.
Be able to take Actuate measurements and Fabricate from them.
Be able to operate Forklift truck safely.
Lift and move materials safely.
Operate Fabrication equipment – Break Press – Guillotine – Sheet metal rollers – profile cutters.
Any other tasks as may be delegated upon by the supervisor.

Job Specific Competencies:

Be able to weld using SMAW (MMA) & GMAW (MIG MAG).
How to work safely and maintain good housekeeping.
Able to read fabrication drawings and their weld symbols.
Produce work in the allocated time slot.
How to develop out components & pipework from fabrication drawings.
Able to use Oxygen & Acetylene cutting, Plasma cutting and air arc gouging.
Have a knowledge of material handling.

Key Job Attributes:

Be a TEAM player.
Problem Solving.
Able to take instructions.
A good listener and a willingness to learn.
Open and honest and respect company property.
Think Safety and Quality.

Qualifications and Experience required:
The job will require knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas:

Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate
A Crafts certificate or its Equivalent;
Have a min of one weld coding in either SMAW (MMA) or GMAW in the 5G position in accordance with AWS D1.1, AWS D14.3 or AS/NZS 1554 part 1
Member of EIZ.
Minimum of 3 years welding and boiler making industry.
Hold relevant artisan certification in fabrication/welding.

TECHNICIAN – HV ELECTRICIAN

Job Purpose
Reporting to the Electrical Shift Supervisor, the holder of this position is responsible for assisting in
implementation of preventive and responsive electrical maintenance of Shovels/Excavators, Mining Trucks & Drills Rigs in the mining area, to ensure maximum operational performance and reliability of the equipment is achieved in a safe and cost effective manner while ensuring compliance with relevant procedures, polices, legal requirements, consent conditions and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
Specific Job Responsibility

Adhere to the company’s planned and preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
Demonstrate safe, environmentally sound and healthy work behaviours at all times
Report all safety incidents immediately to the Supervisor.
Maintain the correct and safe usage of all hand tools and company property within your section
Attend all scheduled trainings without fail
Report all defective tools.

Any other duties as directed by the Electrical Shift Supervisor.

Job Specific Competencies

Must have attended relevant trainings to achieve machine familiarization.
Must have exhibited competence with Machine component identification.
Able to diagnose / Troubleshoot electrical problems in Mobile Equipment with the use of Electrical schematics and Manuals.
Proven ability to explain electrical issues technically and provide technical solutions.
Demonstrated ability to work safely and improve team safety awareness.
Demonstrated application of continuous improvement principles.
Demonstrated ability to identify risks on electrical equipment and execute backlogs with high quality and in an effective way.
Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
Other duties as instructed by the Shift Supervisor.

Key Job Attributes

Able to handle work professionally and ethically.
Possesses good organizational skills, of sober mind, and keen desire to execute high quality work.
Maintain a professional approach to duties and responsibilities with the capability of making timely, rational decisions and an ability to meet deadlines.
Acts with honesty and integrity in all areas: maintain confidentiality in dealings with subordinates, clients, and customers.
Demonstrates good time management and efficiency.
Maintain a professional work ethic through effective, honest communication with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
Commitment to reach or exceed maintenance, operational and safety goals.
Work effectively in a team environment, supporting other team members when needed.
The ability and drive to manage maintenance work group in a technically challenging and

geographically remote maintenance environment.

Sound planning, analytical, and problem solving skills.
Well-developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills in English.
Knowledge and understanding of diverse third world cultures and customs an advantage.
Experience required to perform in this job.
Minimum five years of experience in a heavy industry preferably a mining environment or mobile equipment.
Technical knowledge of Electrical Motor, protection, troubleshooting, starting and control methods
Ability to read and interpret the following schematics; from different equipment manufacturers (Caterpillar, Komatsu, Epiroc).
Knowledge / experience in Electric / Diesel Mining equipment (Trucks, Shovels, Excavators, Drills)
Good knowledge on the use of electrical tools such as Insulation Resistance Testers (Megger),
Multimeters, Battery Load Testers, Windaq, Voltage Testers eg Manox, Spanners, Screw Drivers, DC Light Testers- Auto Electrical and, Bearing Pullers etc.
Computer literate.

Qualifications

Full Grade Twelve (12) school Certificate
Electrical HV Craft Certificate
Electrical HV Diploma is an added advantage
Electrical HV Switching Certificate is an added Advantage
Zambian driving License (Valid)
A member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)

TECHNICIAN – HEATING VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

Job Purpose
Reporting to the Electrical Shift Supervisor, the position is responsible for assisting in implementation of preventive and responsive electrical maintenance of air conditioning systems in the mining area –Mobile equipment, to ensure maximum operational performance is achieved in a safe and cost effective manner while ensuring compliance with relevant procedures, polices, legal requirements and consent conditions.
Specific Job Responsibility

Adhere to the company’s planned and preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
Respond to unplanned breakdowns when on duty timeously.
Effectively maintain the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment for improved overall equipment effectiveness.
Report all safety incidents immediately to the Supervisor.
Maintain the correct and safe usage of all hand tools and company property within your section. Report all defective tools, record and control all replacement of tools.
Any other duties as directed by the Electrical Shift Supervisor.

Job Specific Competencies

Demonstrated application of continuous improvement principles.
Demonstrated ability to work safely and improve team safety awareness.
Able to diagnose problems and potential problems related to HVAC systems.
Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
Proven ability to maintain, repair, and install HVAC systems
Ensure that maintenance objectives are effectively communicated to optimize plant availability.
Other duties as instructed by the Shift Supervisor.
Experience working with industrial HVAC systems.

Key Job Attributes

Able to handle work professionally and ethically.
Possesses good organizational skills, of sober mind, and keen desire to execute high quality work.
Maintain a professional approach to duties and responsibilities with the capability of making timely, rational decisions and an ability to meet deadlines.
Acts with honesty and integrity in all areas: maintain confidentiality in dealings with subordinates, clients, and customers.
Demonstrates good time management and efficiency.
Maintain a professional work ethic through effective, honest communication with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
Commitment to reach or exceed maintenance, operational and safety goals.
Work effectively in a team environment, supporting other team members when needed.
The ability and drive to manage maintenance work group in a technically challenging and
geographically remote maintenance environment.
Sound planning, analytical, and problem solving skills.
Well-developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills in English.
Knowledge and understanding of diverse third world cultures and customs an advantage.
Experience required to perform in this job.
Minimum Five years’ experience in a heavy industry preferably a mining environment.
Technical knowledge of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems of mobile equipment and buildings.
Knowledge of and experience in air conditioning systems of ancillary equipment such as graders, dozers and loaders.
Knowledge of and experience in air conditioning systems mine hauling, loading and drilling

equipment such as excavators, drills and shovels.

Good knowledge on the use of refrigerant measuring instruments and tools.
Certified to handle CFC gases.
Reading HVAC flow diagrams.
Computer literate.

Qualifications

Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate
Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Craft Certificate/ Diploma
Zambian driving License (Valid)
A member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ

TECHNICAL ADVISOR – LIEBHERR TRUCKS

Job Purpose
Carry out predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance activities on Mobile Equipment Mining Trucks Electrical Systems to meet targeted Mechanical, Physical & Cost KPIs in order to achieve set Production Targets implementing laid down Safety & Environmental policies.
Specific Job Responsibility
Key Accountabilities

Condition Monitoring: Ability to timeously and accurately detect changes in equipment health, operation and application severity in support of a repair before failure maintenance strategy.
Human Resources Training, Coaching & Mentoring: The ability to train, coach & mentor

technicians to conduct maintenance activities safely, competently & timeously in order to meet business needs & requirements.

Parts Management: Timeously audit parts availability; parts upgrades & alternative parts

replacement requirements across the Mobile Trucks fleet.

Repair Management: The ability to assist Technicians to carry out planned and unplanned

maintenance activities.

Backlog management: Ability to generate or identify tasks that cannot be completed on the required by date & advise execution times and priorities of the pending workload/ backlogs.
Component Management: Ability to determine the expected life cycle of a component & advise planners to design a major change out or repair strategy before a failure.
Performance Evaluation: Ability to measure, evaluate & manage performance against set Mobile Trucks KPIs.
Continuous Improvement: Ability to formulate an organised approach in search of solutions after machine performance evaluations.
Preventative and Routine Maintenance – Ability to conduct QAs/QCs & provide technical advice on tasks performed by technicians during high frequency, fixed interval planned activities including well defined service routines, proactive defect detection & repair execution that support the goals of equipment reliability & availability.
Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Management: Ensure Safety Health & Environmental policies & procedures are adhered to in accordance with FQML OH & S requirements. Ensure high levels of housekeeping practices are maintained for a clean & safe environment with proper general & electrical waste disposal.

Job Specific Competencies

An Expert level understanding of High voltage and Low voltage electrical Systems
An Expert Level understanding of Mining Trucks (Liebherr – T284)
Assist in identifying & repair of faults on Diesel engine – Electric Driven Mining Trucks on a daily basis.
Perform routine inspections & over inspections on electrical systems for Mining Mobile Equipment.
Manage installations & replacement and commissioning of Starter motors, Main Alternators,
Tractions Motors, Grid blowers, etc.
Ability to use Electrical Schematics & OEM manuals to conduct Root Cause Analysis.
Train staff to expertly perform the following maintenance activities: Planned & Predictive
Maintenance, Condition Monitoring, Backlog Management, Repair & Component replacements.
Train staff in applicable on the job SHE procedures.
Ability to share Technical Knowledge to HV Technicians to ensure tasks are executed in a safe & timely manner.
Knowledge transfer by training, coaching and mentoring while being hands on.
Assist in developing Safe Work Procedures or Standard Operating Procedures.
Ability to detect faults before failure, plan the needed repairs, assist technicians to execute repairs efficiently & effectively, evaluate results and correct any deficiencies in the process.
Ability to expertly troubleshoot Electrical issues on Mining Trucks.
Ability to expertly assess and repair Electrical Harnesses, HV cables terminations.
Computer skills: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI (Added advantage), Outlook etc.

Key Job Attributes

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.

Experience required to perform in this job.

At least 5 years’ hands on experience working on Mining equipment – Liebherr Trucks.
Experience working on Komatsu 860 or 960 or similar
Work experience in a Heavy Mine Industry.
Working experience Control and instrumentation.

Qualifications

Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate
Diploma, Advanced certificate or craft certificate or better in Electrical Engineering coupled with experience working on High Voltage Systems
Valid driver’s License a must.

ARTISAN – AUTO ELECTRICIAN

Job Purpose
Reporting to the Electrical Shift Supervisor, the position is responsible for assisting in implementation of preventive and responsive electrical maintenance of auto-electrical systems in the mining area, to ensure maximum operational performance is achieved in a safe and cost effective manner while ensuring compliance with relevant procedures, polices, legal requirements and consent conditions.
Specific Job Responsibility

Adhere to the company’s planned and preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
Respond to unplanned breakdowns when on duty timeously.
Effectively maintain and repair electrical systems on diesel propelled mining equipment.
Report all safety incidents immediately to the Supervisor.
Maintain the correct and safe usage of all hand tools and company property within your section.
Report all defective tools, record and control all replacement of tools.
Any other duties as directed by the Electrical Shift Supervisor.

Job Specific Competencies

Demonstrated application of continuous improvement principles.
Demonstrated ability to work safely and improve team safety awareness.
Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
Can demonstrate understanding of mobile equipment electrical circuit analysis, troubleshooting, installation and repair.
Proven ability to maintain, repair, wire, and install auto electrical components including electrical harnesses, starter motors, alternators, valves, solenoids.

Key Job Attributes

Able to handle work with a great sense of professionalism
Possesses good organizational skills
Identify repairs required via unfair wear and tear, and advise the shift supervisor.
Maintain a professional approach to duties and responsibilities with the capability of making timely, rational decisions and an ability to meet deadlines.
Act with honesty and integrity in all areas: maintain confidentiality in dealings with subordinates, clients and customers.
Demonstrate accuracy, time management and organizational skills.
Maintain a professional work ethic through effective, honest communication with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
Commitment to reach or exceed maintenance, operational and safety goals.
Work effectively in a team environment, supporting other team members when needed.
The ability and drive to manage maintenance work group in a technically challenging and

geographically remote maintenance environment.

Sound planning, analytical, and problem solving skills.
Well-developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills in English.
Knowledge and understanding of diverse third world cultures and customs an advantage.
Experience required to perform in this job.
Knowledge in Basic First Aid and Basic Health and Safety
Excellent team building, organisation and communication skills
At least 5 years’ working experience in heavy equipment operations preferably in the mining

environment.

Proven experience troubleshooting and maintenance on Auto-electrical systems on Mining Mobile equipment
Ability to provide information technically.
Ability on defect and risk identification and execute backlog with quality.
Experience in maintenance of diesel propelled drills such as Cat, Epiroc, Sandvik,
Experience in some or all of the following machines will be advantageous: Epiroc D65,
DML and DM30 or similar.

Qualifications

Full Grade Twelve (12) School certificate
Craft Certificate/ Diploma in Automotive Engineering with a Specialization in Auto-Electrical
Valid Driver’s license
Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).

TECHNICAL ADVISOR, – DRILLS

Job Purpose
Carry out predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance activities on Diesel Drills HVAC & Auto
Electrical Systems to meet targeted Mechanical, Physical & Cost KPIs in order to achieve set Production Targets implementing laid down Safety & Environmental policies.
Specific Job Responsibility

Condition Monitoring: Ability to timeously and accurately detect changes in equipment health, operation and application severity in support of a repair before failure maintenance strategy.
Human Resources Training, Coaching & Mentoring: The ability to train, coach & mentor technicians to conduct maintenance activities safely, competently & timeously in order to meet business needs & requirements.
Parts Management: Timeously audit parts availability; parts upgrades & alternative parts replacement requirements across the drills fleet.
Repair Management: The ability to assist Technicians to carry out planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
Backlog management: Ability to generate or identify tasks that cannot be completed on the required by date & advise execution times and priorities of the pending workload/ backlogs.
Component Management: Ability to determine the expected life cycle of a component & advise planners to design a major change out or repair strategy before a failure.
Performance Evaluation: Ability to measure, evaluate & manage performance against set Drills KPIs.
Continuous Improvement: Ability to formulate an organised approach in search of solutions after machine performance evaluations.
Preventative and Routine Maintenance – Ability to conduct QAs/QCs & provide technical advice on tasks performed by technicians during high frequency, fixed interval planned activities including well defined service routines, proactive defect detection & repair execution that support the goals of equipment reliability & availability.
Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Management: Ensure Safety Health & Environmental policies & procedures are adhered to in accordance with FQML OH & S requirements. Ensure high levels of housekeeping practises are maintained for a clean & safe environment with proper general & electrical waste disposal.

Job Specific Competencies

An Expert level understanding of Auto Electrical & Electronic Systems.
An Expert Level understanding of Industrial HVAC systems.
Assist in identifying & repair of faults on diesel engine powered drills on a daily basis.
Perform routine inspections & over inspections on HVAC & auto electrical systems.
Manage installations & replacement of Starter motors; alternators; HVAC compressor, evaporator, condenser & any other associated components.
Ability to use Electrical Schematics & OEM manuals to conduct Root Cause Analysis.
Train staff to expertly perform the following maintenance activities: Planned & Predictive Maintenance, Condition Monitoring, Backlog Management, Repair & Component replacements.
Train staff in applicable on the job SHE procedures.
Ability to share Technical Knowledge to Auto Electricians and HVAC Technicians to ensure tasks are executed in a safe & timely manner.
Knowledge transfer by training, coaching and mentoring while being hands on.
Assist in developing Safe Work Procedures or Standard Operating Procedures.
Ability to detect faults before failure, plan the needed repairs, assist technicians to execute repairs efficiently & effectively, evaluate results and correct any deficiencies in the process.
Ability to expertly braze HVAC copper tubing of different sizes.
Ability to expertly solder auto gauge wires.
Ability to expertly repair damaged auto harnesses.
Computer skills: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI (Added advantage), Outlook etc.

Key Job Attributes

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.

Experience required to perform in this job.

At least 5 years’ hands on experience working on HVAC & Auto Electrical Systems.
Experience working on FlexiROC D65, DML & DM30 Epiroc diesel drills.
Work experience in a Heavy Mine Industry.

Qualifications

Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate
Diploma, Advanced certificate or craft certificate or better in Auto Electrical Engineering coupled with experience working on HVAC systems.
Valid driver’s License a must.

Please send a detailed CV and your Qualifications via email to:
[email protected] with the position you are interested in, in the subject line of your email. PHONE CALLS WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.