JOB OPPORTUNITY – INTERNAL ADVERT

FQM Trident Limited invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced EMPLOYEES for the
following position at Kalumbila:

ARTISAN, MECHANICAL FITTER X 3

Overall 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, quality, and any other regulations as required by
the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function. The position of
maintenance fitter; is to maximize plant availability through, maintaining operational integrity of the fixed
plant equipment, in order to achieve production targets. Reporting directly to the appointed maintenance
supervisor, you will be responsible for providing the highest quality services and ensure all services
provided, are performed within a safe and timely manner.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include;

 Full compliance to mandatory PPE requirements in all areas of the mine site.
 Perform all plant maintenance tasks in a safe, timely and high quality; as per OEM standards and
work order completion.
 Be a self-starter and able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
 Demonstrate a commitment to work place safety and the safety of co-workers.
 Be accurate, methodical, practical and safety-conscious when installing and maintaining
mechanical equipment.
 Assist new employees in proper work procedures and practices.
 Compliance to safe working standards and documents such as: JSA’s, Work Procedure’s, SWI’s,
etc.
 Ensure compliance with Safety and Environmental Management systems, policies and procedures
along with ensuring that all risks have been identified, managed and a safe working environment
is maintained.
 A clear understanding of preventative maintenance, strong communication skills and a flexible “can
do” work ethic.
 Ensure good housekeeping practices are maintained by cleaning up before, during and after every
task and not leaving any hazards within the work place.
 Have the ability to diagnose faults with equipment through observation.
 Coordinate with departmental and team members, as well as process departmental members.
 Has the ability to take care of; mine issued hand tools and workshop equipment; by following
operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive
maintenance and calling for repairs.
 Assist in the proactive identification of repair and maintenance works required, which includes
raising work requests.
 Assist supervisors to complete work orders with accurate time confirmations and be able to assist
in compiling service and repair reports in a timely manner.
 Ensure work relations are followed through frequent communication with other parties involved.
  Ensure that all tools, plant and equipment are kept in good condition, meet required safety
standards and are available for use when required.
 Any other duties, as per instruction from direct line supervisor.

Job Specific Competencies:

The specific competencies for the ideal Candidate are:

 Mechanical maintenance, with preference of fixed processing plants (mining) will be advantageous.
 Troubleshooting and fault-finding abilities.
 The ability to make informed decisions.
 Effective written and verbal communication skills.
 Be able to work overtime if the need arises.
 Be able to adhere to safety requirements for the task at hand.
 Ability to be exposed to dust, heat and noise in a controlled fixed process plant environment.
 An understanding of the cultural and political environment.
 An understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
 A fully paid member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia [EIZ].
 Valid Silicosis medical certificate required for the mining industry.
 Ability to successfully undergo an ‘onsite’ medical examination as prescribed by the company.

Key Job Attributes:

The following personal attributes are most desirable of the ideal Candidate:

 Bolder (accept new challenges and identify opportunities for improvement).

 Smarter (improve our long term focus and improve efficiencies).
 Drive (ensure work are done correctly and improve working standards).
 Together (be part of a team and build credibility).
 Drive the THINK site process.
 A positive, self-motivated and conscientious attitude.
 A positive attitude towards time-keeping and working hours.

Experience required to perform in this job:

 3 years’ experience in the mining maintenance industry or equivalent private industry as a qualified
mechanical fitter.
 Troubleshooting abilities on various types of centrifugal pumps, conveyor drives, (gearboxes and
belts) and various types of valves (experience in hydraulics and cyclones will be advantageous).
 Mechanical maintenance experience in crushing, milling, flotation, tailings, reagents, water services
and workshops (with preference given to fixed plant experience).
 Experience/knowledge to operate fork-lifts, man-lifts and overhead cranes will be advantageous.
 The ability to make informed decisions.
 English ability; to read, write and verbally communicate.
 A positive, self-motivated and conscientious attitude.
Qualifications:

 A Craft certificate as a mechanical fitter from a recognized institution [higher qualifications will be
advantageous].
 A Grade 12 school certificate.
 Member of EIZ.
 A valid Zambian light vehicle driving permit.

Beware of imposters who call applicants purporting to be HR Officers and requesting money for work. First
Quantum Minerals does not request applicants to pay any fees for possible placement within FQM in
Zambia. Please report any activities of this nature to the Zambian Police and Anti-Corruption Commission
(ACC), and in addition call and inform FQM Trident Limited on a 24/7 Call Center number +260963659999
For Employees without access to MINE, please send a detailed CV and your Qualifications to
KalHR.Employment@fqml.com

For Employees with Access to MINE, please log in using your username and password. Navigate to careers
tab on your home page and thereafter click on Find Internal Job Opportunities to apply. For any assistance,
please contact your HRBP.

Closing Date is: 02 February, 2023.