Kansanshi Mining PLC, Solwezi, Zambia (a subsidiary of First Quantum minerals Ltd )           Mechanical Fitter,       10/2012 to Present

Disassemble and reassemble heavy-duty pumps, rotating equipment, and sub-assemblies, including pumps, gearboxes, valves, seals, and pipework for maintenance and part replacement. Inspect machinery to ensure accuracy. Operate mechanical and hydraulic pullers; proficient at using heating and welding torch safely.  Install functional mechanisms on blowers, compressors, pumps, and gravity concentrators. Fit hydraulic, pneumatic systems drive that include gearbox pulleys, motors as well as level out machine components. Support engineers with solutions for malfunctioning pumping systems and drives. Supervise maintenance crew, cleaning and painting personnel. Supervise On-site Contractor work execution inclusive of load shifting and lifting operations as designated. Refocus maintenance from low indenture PM and CBM to Predictive and Proactive Maintenance Modes by practicing and implementing equipment diagnostic and prognostic instrumentation and technologies.

• Leveraged industry knowledge to fully understand all different kinds of bearings, housings, and lubrication systems for operational efficiency.

• Constantly observed health and safety protocol and procedures – resulting in the reduction of workplace accidents.

• Improved fluid sealing mechanisms and efficiency which resulted in a reduction of spillages and environmental improvement.
   

First Quantum Minerals LTD, Bwana Mkubwa Mine, Zambia(a subsidiary of First Quantum Minerals Ltd)                  
Mechanical Fitter                                                             9/2005 to 11/2008

Headed assembly of composite and multi-functional plant machinery designed for processing copper. Trained and developed maintenance trainees skills in plant maintenance. Tested machines to determine functionality within stipulated guidelines. Prepared daily and weekly reports detailing maintenance and shutdowns. Undertook basic rigging, including slinging and signaling. Provided machinery performance updates to Supervisor on an hourly basis. Observed work compliances to standards, tolerances, and fits and works in accordance with sound engineering practices on all jobs under his purview, both On-Site and occasionally in Contractor Workshops; including reading P&IDs, Technical Literature. and Equipment Manuals.

• Promoted personnel and occupational safety practices, helped to mitigate site hazards.

• Completed manual sub-assembling of pumps and gearboxes in a workshop.

• Performed Lead Plant Technician duties during weekend shifts.

• Supported Plant Engineer in conducting quality control checks of plants for enhanced efficiency.

• Elevated relevant Permit to Work (PTW) to allow complete work scope in a controlled environment

KCM Nkana PLC, Kitwe,  Zambia (Copper & Supheuric Acid processing Mechanical Fitterany)  Mechanical Fitter                                        1/2003 to 6/2004

• Executed mechanical installations of pumps, valves, FD/ID Fans, high-pressure piping systems, overhead cranes and conveyors in a copper smelting and Sulphuric acid processing plant. Orchestrated hydro testing of high-pressure gas ducts/piping, commissioning of the gas compressor station and pressure vessels. Oversaw direct flange management procedures/QA documentation with torque wrenches and other high torque gear. Organized and managed work packages until scheduled completion. Superintended entire shaft alignments, including rim face and laser shaft alignment. Conducted and scheduled equipment maintenance, repairs, and part replacements.

• Honed stellar ability to maintain boilers, furnaces, chiller units, and compressors; accurately read, interpreted, and drew mechanical drawings.

• Obtained planning and scheduling experience.

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Hytec Hydraulics, Lusaka, Zambia (Fluidpower  service company)
Workshop Technician                                       4/2001-12/2002
Guided maintenance and repairs on pneumatic and hydraulic equipment. Researched on development of standard rate data and cost-saving measures.

• Addressed existing workshop problems and hinderances in a time-conscious manner.

• Complied with an established company and factory policies, procedures and work instructions – resulted in heightened employee safety.

• Delivered factual job statuses to senior management.

• Performed accurate repairs on client equipment- resulted in increased sales.