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Job description:
Purpose
The holder of this position will be required to comply with all relevant health, safety, environmental, quality, and statutory requirements in line with First Quantum Minerals (FQM) policies and Government regulations. The role supports operational excellence within the Crushing and Milling Plants at Kansanshi Processing Plant, Solwezi, Zambia.
The Artisan Maintenance Fitter will maximize plant availability by maintaining the integrity and reliability of crushing and milling equipment to support mill throughput and achievement of copper and gold production targets. The position reports to the appointed Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for delivering high-quality maintenance services safely, efficiently, and within required timelines.
Key Responsibilities
The position holder will be responsible for:
- Full compliance with mandatory PPE requirements when working in Crushing and Milling circuits, including but not limited to reflective work suits, safety goggles, safety boots, hard hats, and any other required PPE.
- Performing assigned mechanical maintenance tasks safely, efficiently, and to OEM and FQM standards.
- Ensuring adherence to Safety and Environmental Management Systems, policies, procedures, JSAs, Standard Maintenance Procedures (SMPs), Planned Task Observations (PTOs), and housekeeping standards.
- Diagnosing mechanical faults using observation and specialized tools such as vibration pens, temperature guns, and other diagnostic equipment.
- Participating in preventive maintenance (PMs), breakdown repairs, and proactive inspections on crushing and milling equipment including crushers, screens, feeders, conveyors, mills, gearboxes, lubrication systems, pumps, chutes, liners, and associated piping and valves.
- Coordinating closely with Maintenance and Process teams to achieve Safety, Production, and Cost KPI targets.
- Supporting and mentoring new employees to ensure compliance with established maintenance standards and procedures.
Qualifications
- Craft Certificate in Mechanical Fitting from a recognized institution (higher qualifications will be an added advantage).
- Grade 12 School Certificate.
- Fully paid-up member of EIZ (Craftsperson).
- Valid Zambian Class C driver’s license (added advantage).
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in fixed plant maintenance, preferably within Crushing and Milling operations.
- Proven experience in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of crushers, conveyors, vibrating screens, mills, gearboxes, lubrication systems, slurry pumps, valves, and pipelines.
- Experience in structured problem-solving techniques such as 5 Whys or root cause analysis.
- Experience in hydraulic systems and lubrication systems will be an added advantage.
- Forklift and overhead crane operation experience will be advantageous.
Behavioural Traits
- Bolder – Willing to accept new challenges and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Smarter – Focused on efficiency, reliability, and long-term operational excellence.
- Driven – Committed to quality workmanship and continuous improvement.
- Together – Team-oriented and able to build strong working relationships.
- Demonstrates the THINK process on site.
- Competent in mechanical fitting.
- Physically fit for mechanical maintenance duties.
- Able to interpret and develop basic mechanical drawings.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as within a team.
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