Artisan, Machinist

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. Job description: Purpose of the Role To safely carry out Machining works in the Machine shop, FQMO maintenance Workshop and Open Pit field machine works including bolt extraction on Diggers, Drills, Haul Trucks, Graders, Dozers and Loaders under Heavy Welding and Field Maintenance Engineering section of KMP Processing plant according to the prescribed standards. Key Responsibilities Must be able to operate a heavy duty drilling machine, Lathe Machine, Line Boring Machine, Milling Machine, Power Saw, Pedestal Grinders, Thread Tapping tools, hand tools, lifting Hoists, Chain blocks and other engineering workshop application tools. Must measure, examine and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications. Set up, adjust and operate all basic machine tools Align and secure holding fixture, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto a drilling machine. Must be able to clean and lubricate the machine shop machines, tools and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains and foreign matter. Other duties as instructed by the Supervisor. Qualification, Experience & Skill: G12 Certificate A Craft certificate as a machinist fitter and turner from a recognized Zambian institution [higher qualifications will be advantageous]. A valid Zambian light vehicle driving license. 3 years’ experience in the mining maintenance industry or equivalent private industry as a qualified artisan machinist. Troubleshooting abilities on various types of Mining equipment, Haul Trucks, Drills, Diggers, Loaders and various types of machine works on fixed/mobile plants Machining workshop experience in open pit, crushing, milling, flotation, tailings, reagents, and water services (with preference given to mobile plant experience). Experience/knowledge to operate fork-lifts, man-lifts and overhead cranes will be advantageous. The ability to measure and read Engineering detail drawings. Troubleshooting and fault-finding abilities. Behavioral Traits • Teamwork • Bolder, Smarter & Driven Together initiative. • Thinking safety at all times. • Upholding quality - right first time. • Technical skill • Planning skills • Driving quantity • Driving attendance • Cost saving (i.e - minimise unnecessary overtime & reducing wastage) Visit our website and register for instant job alerts at careers.first-quantum.com Follow us for the latest news at LinkedIn If you are already a First Quantum employee and have access to the First Quantum network, log into First Quantum MINE > Careers to apply internally for this opportunity. If you are an employee without network access, contact your Site Recruiter. First Quantum Minerals Ltd. is a global mining company producing copper and nickel, as well as gold and cobalt. Our growing portfolio of operations and projects spans four continents and employs around 20,000 people. We are well-known for our ‘can do’ attitude and specialist technical, project management, engineering, construction and operational skills, which allow us to develop and successfully run complex mines and minerals processing plants. We strive to go beyond the goals set by other companies. After 25 years of operations we are now one of the world’s top 10 copper producers and we focus on providing a tangible benefit from everything we do for employees, investors and the many communities that host our operations. From our initial operation reprocessing tailings facilities in Zambia, to the recently completed giant Cobre Panama operation, we have recorded many significant commercial and technical achievements over the past two decades. By 2021, the combined output of our mines will be more than 800,000 tonnes of copper per year. Email us at careers@fqml.com