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 Job Purpose :

Coordinate and execute all functions within the Mine Services Electrical department including HV switching for electrical equipment relocations, trailing cable repairs and inventories, pit dewatering and equipment maintenance, traction system construction, repairs and maintenance

Specific Job Responsibility :

• Lead and manage a team of HV Supervisors to ensure outputs and KPI’s are achieved
• Ensuring that all tasks are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, to ensure maximum reliability and uptime.
• Planning and setting out work targets for daily work group activities in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Achieving results through prioritizing activities, monitoring the progress of assignments, and holding oneself accountable for the results
• Motivate yourself and others in overcoming obstacles and achieving goals
• Planning & assisting in laying out of work on new projects
• Ensuring maximum plant availability at all time
• A proven ability to work with other disciplines to achieve minimal disruption to plant operating times
• Any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Job Specific Competencies :

• Proven experience with Electrical preventative maintenance with a focus on HV power lines and Trolley assist lines, unplanned repair & installation tasks on plant equipment.
• Ability to multi-task & work well in a team environment
• Good verbal and written communications skills
• Good liaison skills

Key Job Attributes:

• Detail Orientated
• Problem Solving
• Professionalism
• Must possess Excellent communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Must be flexible to work and attend to any shift as assigned
• Ability to multi-task
• Conflict resolution
• Must be an active listener
• Must be a good team player
• Ability to make precise judgment and decisions
• Ability to delegate as and when need arises
• Must be able to effectively manage time
• Must be smart
• Self-driven
• Planning skills
• Must possess managerial courage
• Must demonstrate excellent business acumen
• Process oriented
• Must be an influencer of positive change

Experience required to perform in this job:

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in High Voltage reticulation and dewatering of which 2 years must be at supervisory level, preferably in an open pit mining operation

Qualifications:

• Full Grade 12 Certificate
• Bachelor’s Degree in an Electrical or equivalent
• HV switching Authorization
• Valid Zambian driver’s license
• Must be Computer Literate
• EIZ certificate