{"id":8626,"date":"2026-05-28T16:00:31","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T16:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/engineer-electrical-junior-at-first-quantum-mineral\/"},"modified":"2026-05-28T16:01:29","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T16:01:29","slug":"engineer-electrical-junior-at-first-quantum-mineral","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/engineer-electrical-junior-at-first-quantum-mineral\/","title":{"rendered":"Engineer, Electrical, Junior at First Quantum Mineral"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>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 \u2013 the \u201cFirst Quantum Way\u201d.<br \/>\nWorking 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.<\/p>\n<p>Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That\u2019s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nJob description:<br \/>\nPurpose<\/p>\n<p>To safely execute Electrical maintenance &amp; installation work according to prescribed standards and statutory requirements.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<br \/>\nKey Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>This position 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.<br \/>\nInstallation of new electrical systems, replacement of old, faulty or redundant Electrical systems as per the Company and vendor\u2019s safety and quality specifications.<br \/>\nEnsure and document all electrical safety settings to conform to safety requirements.<br \/>\nEnsure that all electrical equipment have the correct hardware interlock and safety parameter settings for effective and safe operation.<br \/>\nAdhere to the companies planned and preventative maintenance schedules and procedures.<br \/>\nEffectively maintain the electrical equipment with the minimum effect on the plant production.<br \/>\nOversee that all electrical maintenance according to the company schedules are done by the relevant sub ordinates<br \/>\nReporting and record keeping.<br \/>\nCompile a detailed report on all activities, plans, costs and labour.<br \/>\nReport all incidents immediately to the Superintendent.<br \/>\nEnsure that all Safety logbooks are checked and signed according to the procedure.<br \/>\nEnsure that stock levels of electrical equipment are maintained in the warehouse<br \/>\nCreate new stock for all critical items to ensure minimum effect on production in the event of a failure.<br \/>\nOversee the correct and safe usage of all hand tools within your section<br \/>\nRecord and control all replacement of tools.<br \/>\nOversee the maintain the highest safety standard on the condition and usage of all electrical test equipment<br \/>\nProvide and schedule all necessary training for all the employees to comply with all safety standards and statutory compliance.<br \/>\nIdentify needs for specialised training requirements within your area.<br \/>\nManage and control the transport under your control.<br \/>\nEnsure all requests for service is adhered to.<br \/>\nNo person will operate any equipment without a official permit.<br \/>\nAny other duties as directed by the Senior Electrical Supervisor.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<br \/>\nQualifications<\/p>\n<p>Degree in Electrical Engineering<br \/>\nValid LV Driver\u2019s License.<br \/>\nMinimum two years\u2019 experience in a Mining environment working as an Engineer<br \/>\nKnowledge of LV systems, MCC\u2019s and protection.<br \/>\nSome knowledge of LV and MV Transformers<br \/>\nMaintenance of Electrical motors<br \/>\nMaintenance of Overhead cranes.<br \/>\nKnowledge of variable speed drives, Soft starters and DOL starters<br \/>\nGood knowledge on the use of electrical measuring instruments.<br \/>\nReading electrical drawings<br \/>\nComputer literate.<br \/>\nAny Leadership or Supervisory Training courses will be an added advantage.<br \/>\nAll academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00a0<br \/>\nSharing is Caring! 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