Technical Supervisor

Job description

Location:  Zambia
Contract Type:  Permanent contract
About BIA

BIA Group is active in the sales, rentals and after-sales services of equipment intended for public works, mines, quarries and transport. The Group operates in Europe (Belgium, Holland and Luxembourg) and in more than 20 African countries and employs more than 1.300 people, including more than 850 engineers and technicians.Zambia job market

Summary

Ensure that the project is carried out to the highest level of quality, reliability in the timeframe as set out in the project plan.

What will be your responsibilities?

General Responsibilities:

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• Maintain a zero tolerance for safety breaches.
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment for the team.
• Ensure timely submission of documentation and high standards of timekeeping.
• Promote change management practices, ensuring the workforce is well-informed.
• Follow SOPs and ensure compliance with safety standards set by BIA.

Machinery & Equipment Maintenance:

• Ensure preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions by observing equipment in operation and using precision measuring instruments.
• Adjust and repair functional parts of devices and control instruments with hand tools.
• Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories and place orders when necessary.
• Monitor and control maintenance resources to conserve equipment and supplies.
• Provide mechanical maintenance information and submit timely reports to management.Workplace safety training

Quality & Work Documentation:

• Oversee work quality by inspecting the techniques used by production workers.
• Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and continuing needs within work teams.
• Ensure all work is performed according to BIA safety standards and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Keep detailed records and files for each task and ensure all maintenance reports are completed accurately.
• Ensure the availability of parts when required and manage project delays professionally.

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Project Management & Coordination:

• Establish and maintain basic services and supplies required to complete daily tasks.
• Monitor quality of work, workflows, and productivity for effective maintenance and logistics services.
• Prepare scope of work for repairs and ensure all tasks comply with maintenance, health, and safety standards.
• Identify and communicate project risks using the escalation process when necessary.
• Provide regular project updates and ensure all resources are available for timely work completion.

Who are we looking for?
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Education & Qualification

Beng. Mechanical or equivallent
Good computer skills with knowledge in MS-Word, Excel, Projects
Very good knowledge of mechanics and electricity

Experience

Atleast 5 years technical experience in minning industry
Knowledge and high level of experience with Heavy Equipment
Field troubleshooting and preventive maintenance experience
Proficient in English both Oral and Written
IT software knowledge (pack office + diagnostic and fleet management tools)
Ability to draft technical reports
Knowledge of troubleshooting procedures

Other Behavours

Knowledge sharing attitude
Able to work in harsh conditions and flexible working hours (quarry, remote working site, mine sites,…)
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What’s in it for you?
A permanent contract
A competitive salary and an interesting package
A human sized company with international dimension, encouraging autonomy and team spirit
Cooperate in a team with experienced and passionate colleagues within a success­fully growing family-owned com­pa­ny
Benefit from a challenging career opportunity with an extensive training program
In this challenging job you get the possibility to take initiative and further develop the function
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