Equipment Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance on drill rigs (e.g., Epiroc, Sandvik, Atlas Copco) and hydraulic/diesel systems.
Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical faults quickly in field or workshop environments.
Site Support: Assist with rig setup, drill pad preparation, and down-the-hole (DTH) hammer or bit replacements.
Sample & Data Handling: Collect, process, and log core samples or cuttings when supporting exploration or geotechnical teams.
Safety Compliance: Follow mine health and safety protocols, conduct pre-start checks, and maintain safe working practices.

Requirements

Education: Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
Credentials: Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Drill Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related trade.
Zambian Certifications: Valid Silicosis Medical Certificate (mandatory for most Zambian mining sites) and a valid Driver’s License.
Professional Body: Membership with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience working with heavy drilling or mining equipment.

Habilidades requeridas

Drill rig preventive and corrective maintenance (Epiroc, Sandvik, Atlas Copco)Hydraulic systems maintenance and repairDiesel engine systems maintenance and repairMechanical troubleshooting and fault diagnosisHydraulic troubleshooting and fault diagnosisElectrical troubleshooting and fault diagnosisRig setup and drill pad preparationDown-the-hole (DTH) hammer and bit replacementCore sample collection, processing and loggingMine health and safety compliance and pre-start checksOperation of heavy drilling and mining equipmentTeam leadership and crew supervisionMaintenance scheduling and preventive maintenance planning

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