Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, July 06 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.
Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.
Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Overall Job Purpose
The purpose of the role is to maintain the roads and ramps during the shift in line with the operational requirements.

Specific Job Responsibility
• Ensure good operation practices.
• Grading on dumps, ramps and road building, general road maintenance and spillage clean up’s.
• Grade according to a plan and instructions.
• Maintaining dumps, ramps and roads as per set down standards.
• Ensure compliance of safe mining practices.
• Report all substandard/unsafe conditions to Area Supervisor.
• Operate safely by following procedures, hence lost time accidents keep KPI’s levels high.
• Ensure that pre-start checks are done correctly and thoroughly.
• Ability to follow and execute work instructions.
• Maintain a good work relationship with his/her pears.
• Have solid knowledge of road/ramp construction.
• Demonstrate and maintain safety according to mine regulations and set standards.
• Ensure that all matters are reported to the direct supervisor during the shift reporting
• Ensure log on/ off is done prior shift start and shift end
• Report mechanical defects immediately.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Job Specific Competencies
• Must possess knowledge on how to do the pre- start on the machine.
• Must be able to identify defects.
• Must be conversant with controls/parts and their functions on a machine
• Must possess knowledge about machine shut down and emergency procedures
• Must be able to operate a two-way radio and be able to use of modular system.

Key Job Attributes
• Attention to detail
• Must possess Excellent communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Must be flexible to work and attend to any shift as assigned
• Ability to multi-task
• Personal accountability
• Must be an active listener
• Must be a good team player
• Must demonstrate good peer relationships
• Must be able to effectively manage time
• Must be smart
• self-driven

Experience required to perform in this job
• At least 2 years’ experience in mining and heavy earthwork machinery operation.
• Knowledge on operating a Grader and its mechanical capabilities.

Qualifications
• Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Valid Driver’s license with at least 2 years driving experience.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

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