First Quantum Minerals Ltd. Currently Recruiting in Zambia: Mech Fitter
- Company: FQM
- Location: Solwezi, Northwestern Province, Zambia
- State: Solwezi
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: Engineering Jobs in Zambia
Requisition Number: 502755
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Country: Zambia
Location: Solwezi
Site: Kansanshi
Categories: Engineering
First Quantum Minerals Ltd. has grown from a small mineral operation in Zambia into a multinational mining business in less than two decades, with a global portfolio of copper and nickel assets in Europe, Africa, Australia and South America. This phenomenal growth is down to FQM people who have strived to be Bolder, Smarter and Driven in everything they do.
In March 2013, First Quantum Minerals acquired Inmet Mining Corporation, a Canadian-based mining company primarily producing copper and zinc from mines in Finland, Spain, and Turkey, with also a major copper deposit under development in Panama, known as Cobre Panama. The combination of the First Quantum and Inmet assets has created one of the world’s leading copper producers with a geographically diversified portfolio of high-quality operations and development projects in eight countries across five continents.
With a strategic plan to produce more than 1 million tonnes per annum of copper within five years, the Company is poised to become the largest, widely-held pure-play copper producer and one of the top five copper producers in the world.
The position holder will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
Key Responsibilities
- Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders
- Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints
- Attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment
- Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods
- Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading
- Layout full-scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment following blueprints
- Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications
- Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
- Cut and bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, and mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand and power tools.
- Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications and using hand and power tools
- Provide training and development opportunities for all direct reports on an ongoing basis, with a particular focus on Zambian employees
- Other duties as and when instructed by the Supervisor
Qualifications
- Grade Twelve Certificate
- Craft Certificate from recognized institution
- Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia
Experience
- A minimum of 3 years relevant experience as a qualified Mech, Fitter
Behavioral Traits
- Teamwork
- Bold initiative
- Thinking Safety
- Upholding Quality
- Strong technical and interpersonal skills
Operational Requirements
- Standby and overtime where required
- Exposure to noise/dust
- Working at heights
- Working in confined spaces
Beware of imposters who call applicants purporting to be HR Officers and requesting money for work. First Quantum Minerals does not request applicants to pay any fees for possible placement within FQM in Zambia. Please report any activities of this nature to the Zambian Police and Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), and in addition call and inform FQM Security at Kansanshi on 0966154417 and +260 212 658444.
Applications close: FLE Standard Time