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:
Overall Role Purpose
This role is responsible for the civils maintenance and civils projects related works in the process plant.
Core Specific Responsibilities & Expected Deliverables
The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include:
• Inspect, maintain, and supervise all civil site work in the fixed plant section; to ensure that work is being performed according to specifications.
• Prepare and/or review plans, specifications and cost estimates for civil works in the fixed plant when required.
• Review and approve where required time sheets for service contract payment estimates and/or invoices.
• Analyse ground profile levels, seepage rates, spillage trenches and civil structures.
• Prepare progress and completion reports as required.
• Supervise and monitor the site labour force and the work of any subcontractors.
• Check plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations.
• Liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce.
• Supervision of interns, students on industrial attachments and trainees.
Behavioral Traits / Personal Characteristics
• Able to handle work with a great sense of professionalism
• Possesses good organizational skills
• Good oriented person
• Maintain a professional approach to duties and responsibilities with the capability of making timely, rational decisions and an ability to meet deadlines.
• Act with honesty and integrity in all areas: maintain confidentiality in dealings with subordinates, clients and customers.
• Demonstrate accuracy, time management and organizational skills.
• Maintain a professional work ethic through effective, honest communication with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
• Commitment to reach or exceed maintenance, operational and safety goals.
• Work effectively in a team environment, supporting other team members when needed.
• The ability and drive and to manage maintenance work group in a technically challenging and geographically remote maintenance environment.
• Sound planning, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills in English.
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse third world cultures and customs an advantage.
Specific Competencies
• Understanding the design and as built drawings of fixed plant site infrastructure.
• The ability to apply the knowledge of mathematics, science and Engineering.
• The ability to explain design ideas and plans clearly.
• The ability to analyse large amounts of data and assess solutions.
• The ability to identify, formulate, and solve Engineering problems.
• The ability to use techniques, skills, and modern Engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
• The ability to identify, formulate, and solve Engineering problems.
• Must have working knowledge of Windows computer systems.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
Qualifications & Experience
• A qualification in a Civil and/or Mechanical Engineering related discipline.
• Registered member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ).
• Ability to register as a member of the Engineering Registration Board of Zambia
• 3 + years’ experience in process plant environment
• 5 + years’ experience in construction
• 5 + years’ experience in project works will be an added bonus
• All certificates must be certified by ZAQA
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