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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:

Job Description

The Artisan Boilermaker in converter rehabilitation will be responsible for installing, fabricating, and repairing plant equipment such as converters, chutes, and pipes, with a strong focus on safety, welding, and steelwork at our Kansanshi Smelter Plant. This role is vital in keeping smelter operations running smoothly and safely.

Purpose

• Maintain and rehabilitate converters and related plant equipment.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of smelter and acid plant systems.
• Perform steel fabrication and repair works.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and maintain equipment: converters, chutes, pipes, and other mechanical systems.
• Fabrication and welding: carry out steelwork repairs using cutting and welding tools.
• Safety compliance: adhere to health, safety, environment, and quality regulations.
• Tool care: maintain allocated tools and equipment.
• Team collaboration: work under supervision of mechanical section supervisors.

Competencies

• Technical knowledge of boilers, pressure vessels, and smelter equipment.
• Welding and cutting expertise (arc welding, oxy-acetylene cutting).
• Blueprint reading and ability to follow engineering drawings.
• Problem-solving skills in mechanical repair and rehabilitation.
• Strong safety awareness in hazardous industrial environments.

Converter Rehabilitation

• Inspect converters for wear, cracks, or corrosion.
• Cut and replace damaged steel plates or pipes.
• Weld reinforcements to extend equipment lifespan.
• Align and fit new components according to engineering drawings.
• Test repaired systems for leaks, strength, and operational safety.
• Inspect converter equipment Check for cracks, corrosion, and wear in converter shells, pipes, and chutes.
• Prepare work area and ensure safety compliance, isolate equipment, and gather welding and cutting tools.
• Cut and remove damaged parts Use oxy-acetylene or plasma cutting to detach worn steel sections.
• Fabricate replacement components Shape and prepare steel plates or pipes according to engineering drawings.
• Weld and fit new sections Perform arc welding to secure replacements and align them properly.
• Test and verify repairs Conduct pressure and safety checks to confirm operational integrity.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Full Grade 12 certificate.
• Craft certificate in the relevant field.
• More than 3 years of maintenance experience.
• All qualifications must be certified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority ZAQA.