Vacancy title:
Shovels
Jobs at:
First Quantum MineralsDeadline of this Job:
Monday, April 07 2025
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 21 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Job description:
Overall Role Purpose
The position exists to maintain the complete fleet of Drill equipment to the OEM specifications and standards. Responsible for executing both planned and unplanned maintenance work activities on a shift-by-shift basis safely and effectively. The shift Artisan will perform maintenance activities in a safe and
effective manner with the aim of delivering results that meet quality standards and company expectations.
Core Specific Responsibilities & Expected Deliverables
Identify Work
• Carry out equipment inspections and ensure corrective work is identified before it becomes a
• breakdown.
• Ensure that sufficient information is captured to perform or plan the corrective task by using
• the work request and or defect notice request process
• Ensure identified work is prioritized according to the potential risk to HSE & equipment
• availability
• Discuss with the off-going or oncoming crew potential safety hazards and issues, ongoing
• work from previous shifts, progress of the mining plans, and status of work in the schedule
Perform Work
• Ensure task requirements are clearly understood and all risks identified before commencing the job
• Collect all required tools and equipment prior to commencing the job to promote efficient maintenance practices
• Adhere to all site and company requirements for the use of permits, risk assessments, Isolations, and risk management.
• Test & commission the machine to ensure all maintenance activities were effective and the machine is returned in a fit-for-purpose condition
Record Work & Job Completion
• Complete all maintenance documentation (Work orders, PM sheets, inspection sheets etc…) in full and to the required standard ensuring that all relevant information relating to the task is completed
• Clean and tag components requiring repair or core return
• Parts not required returned back into stock
• Report broken, damaged or missing tooling
• Ensure all work areas are well maintained and housekeeping standards are adhered to
Participation
• Participate in on & off the job training and learning opportunities
• Demonstrate interest and wiliness in all equipment and company goals
• Participate and contribute to safety and improvement initiatives
• Any other duties as directed by the Electrical Shift Supervisor.
Behavioral Traits / Personal Characteristics
• Must be of sound mind.
• Must be responsible, focused and self – motivated.
• Ability to interact with people and work cohesively with them.
• Must physically be capable of using and moving equipment and tools.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision and pressure.
• Good report writing and presentation skills.
• Fluent English speaker.
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse third world cultures and customs are an advantage.
Qualifications & Experience
• Relevant trade or role required experience
• Hold relevant artisan craft certification in mechanical or similar (Diploma is an added advantage)
• At least 2 years in mining or heavy industry
• Must have a valid driver’s licence
• All certificates must be certified by ZAQA
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: Associate Degree
Job application procedure
• To apply for this job please visit firstquantum.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com.
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