Mechanical Technician

Job description

VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit highly motivated and committed individuals for the position of Mechanical Technician to join the HME (Heavy Mobile Equipment) Maintenance Team at Lumwana Mine. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick’s DNA by:

• Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity
• Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach
• Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose
• Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy
• Taking Responsibility and being Accountable
• Committing to Zero Harm
• Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for the repair, servicing and maintenance of the mine dewatering pump fleet, including both diesel-driven and electric-powered pumps. The role ensures pit and sump water levels are controlled so that mining operations can continue safely and without interruption.

Your duties will include but are not limited to the following

• Carry out planned maintenance, inspections, servicing and breakdown repairs on diesel-driven and electric-powered dewatering pumps across the open pit, sumps and water management infrastructure.
• Strip, inspect, rebuild and assemble pumps, including impellers, casings, wear rings, shafts, bearings, mechanical seals and gland packing, to OEM specifications and tolerances.
• Service, diagnose and repair pump diesel engines, including fuel, cooling, lubrication, air intake and exhaust systems, turbochargers and engine controllers.
• Maintain the mechanical components of electric pumps, including submersible pumps, motor-to-pump couplings, alignment and bearing housings, working with electricians on isolation and electrical faults.
• Carry out shaft alignment, coupling replacement, vibration checks and priming system (vacuum pump and compressor) repairs.
• Inspect and repair pump skids, trailers, fuel tanks, suction and discharge hoses, pipework, valves, flanges and HDPE pipe connections.
• Monitor pump performance (flow, pressure, engine hours and fuel use) and identify signs of cavitation, wear or pending failure.
• Support the relocation, installation and commissioning of pumps and pipelines as pit and sump levels change, including safe lifting and positioning.
• Respond promptly to pump breakdowns, especially during the rainy season, to minimise pit flooding and production loss.
• Complete work orders, service sheets, parts usage and pump hour records accurately in SAP.
• Maintain workshop and field housekeeping, correct fuel and oil handling, and spill prevention in line with environmental requirements.
• Repair and maintain Lighting plants, compressors, welding machines, lighting towers and engines

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements

• Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate.
• Minimum Craft Certificate in Mechanical Fitting, Electrical or (TEVETA accredited) or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ experience maintaining various types of dewatering pumps in an open pit mine.
• Experience with diesel-driven and electric-powered pumps, including centrifugal, submersible, vacuum-assisted self-priming pumps, Lighting plants, compressors, welding machines, lighting towers and engines.
• Ability to read and interpret OEM manuals, pump performance curves and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of shaft alignment, bearing fitting and mechanical seal installation.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems (SAP or similar) is an advantage.
• Member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ).
• Holder of a valid Zambian driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits
• The ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organisation

Applicants who meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs to the Job Portal link: http://jobs.barrick.com/.

Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management.

Barrick offers employment opportunities to both qualified women and men.

Women who meet the above qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.