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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:
Job title: BELT SPLICER
Site: KANSANSHI MINING PLC
Department: ENGINEERING
Section: S3
Position reports to: S3 CONVEYING SUPERVISOR
Purpose
This position requires incumbent to be proficient in all vulcanizing, mechanical splicing and hot and cold repair of conveyor belts. Incumbent will be proficient in removing and installing of conveyor belts prior to splicing. Incumbent will be able to perform all steps required to vulcanize a splice belt and to be able to train other members of the team. The position requires a high level of skills and requires belt splicer to always have a positive and respectful attitude. The belt splicer must have appropriate levels of safety skills and mindset to drive and maintain safety at work at all time.
Key Responsibilities
The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include;
Promote safety by adhering to company safety guidelines, which includes but is not limited to the proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment and materials and use of personal protective gear.
Know, understand and be capable of utilizing emergency response protocol
Enforce compliance with work order attachments and documents such as JSA’s, Work procedures, SWI’s, etc.
Be a self-starter and able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Demonstrate a commitment to work place safety and the safety of fellow employees.
Responding quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime
Operating belt splicing and installation equipment
General Conveyor maintenance and inspection on conveyor belts and associated components.
Ability to measure the required counterweight slack as per splicing procedure.
To carry out new conveyor belt installation and conveyor belt change out.
Determine material needs and cut material prior to work to minimise waste.
To carry out cold and hot repairs on conveyor belt.
To carry out lagging of pulleys onsite and in workshop.
Must be able to multi task, meet deadlines, and work independently and in a team environment
Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing, in a clear, effective and professional manner.
Able to trouble shoot the cause of failures to the conveyor belt and pulley lagging
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental management systems, policies and procedures, along with ensuring that all risks have been identified, managed and safe working environment is maintained.
Enforce good housekeeping practices are maintained by enforcing cleaning up before, during and after every task and not leaving any hazards within the work place.
Follow laid down policies and procedures as out lined by management.
Perform any other duties as required.
Qualifications
A minimum of grade 12 certificate
Experience in different types of conveyor belt splicing and Rubber lining
Conveyor belt splicing certification will be advantageous.
Incumbent will be required to attend any belting school if FQML sees necessary
A valid driving license will be of great help
Sound knowledge of the usage of mechanical and electrical hand tools.
Experience
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in steel cord and fabric belt splicing, finger splicing will be of great help.
Experience in pulley lagging and other rubber lining works.
Experience in working in heights.
Experience in working on mechanical components associated to conveyors.
BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS
Bolder
Take pride and be confident to take up challenges and work towards achieving them.
Smarter
Be proactive and focus on long-term improvement and reliability. Showing a good level of intelligence and mental capacity
Driven
Determination to achieve something or be successful.
Together
Getting along well with co-workers by sharing ideas to achieve set goals as required
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Shift work, overtime and stand-by as required by management.
Knowledge on safety and environmental management systems, policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work safely and improve team safety awareness.
Good communication skills
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