Mechanical Engineer x1

PURPOSE
This exciting opportunity exists in Fraser Alexander Zambia to ensure that all mechanical systems operate safely and efficiently.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinator

• Budgeting and maintenance planning.
• Preparation and updating of procedures.
• Identify deficiencies and develop mechanical process improvements.
• Prepare documentation of critical analysis and provide suggestions for correcting errors.
• Evaluate the status of condition monitoring.
• Issuing work schedules and job cards.
• Ensuring effective maintenance planning.
• Issuing requisitions for spares as required.

Managing the Team

• Select and appoint competent and passionate individuals.
• Assign work and tasks effectively.
• Monitor performance and maintain discipline.
• Train and develop team members.

Health and Safety

• Maintain FA safety policy and procedure requirements.
• Promote safety performance within the team.
• Conduct risk assessments.
• Perform planned task observations.
• Conduct safety meetings.
• Ensure team members wear PPE at all times.

Administration

• Maintain a filing system for job cards.
• Compile and prepare reports (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Control costs effectively.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering.
• Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Valid EIZ Membership.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years of experience in Maintenance/Engineering in the Mining/Construction/Transport/Plant Hire or Manufacturing Mining Industry.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Attention to detail.
• Excellent numeracy skills, including advanced geometry, calculus, and physics.
• Creative thinking and innovation.
• Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Commercial awareness, including an understanding of target users and markets.
• High level of emotional intelligence.
• Team player.
• Self-motivated.
• Displaying a high level of personal integrity at all times.