Drill Rig Mechanic at Geodrill Zambia

GEODRILL ZAMBIA, an Exploration Drilling company situated in Chingola, in the Copperbelt, would like to invite applications for the position of DRILL RIG MECHANIC.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Specific activities may include boiler-making, engine rebuilds, light vehicle and truck mechanics, auto   electrical repairs and installations, general fitting and field fitting.Inspect and monitor work in progress and ensure quality standards are maintained.
Assist with monitoring inventory of all Drill Rigs and Moveable equipments.
Travel to sites as required to undertake maintenance activities.Complete job record report sheets for all Drill Rigs and other equipment maintained.

Ensure compliance to safe work policies and procedures and maintain a safe and tidy work environment.
Adherence to site safety policies and procedures.
Minimise parts wastage.
Undertake preventative maintenance as per the preventative maintenance program.

KNOWLEGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Sound knowledge of all aspects of equipment repair including boiler-making, Hydraulic Exploration Drill Rigs engine rebuilds and Maintenance, light vehicle and truck mechanics, auto electrical repairs and installations, and general fitting.
Good written and verbal communication skills Sound mechanical knowledge of drilling equipment & trouble shooting.
Must have a Driving license.

TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Must have a Grade 12 Certificate.
A diploma in Heavy equipment repairs, a higher diploma will be an added advantage.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in the drilling/exploration industry and working with multipurpose drill rigs.
International experience an advantage.

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