Mechanical Engineer

Job description

EXTERNAL

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Limestone Resources Limited seeks to employ a suitably qualified, experienced and result oriented individual to fill below listed vacancy.

MACHENICAL ENGINEER(X1) Contract

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Job Overview:

To Plan, Direct and Control maintenance activities for the department on all equipment in the  Process Plants, Mining (Dewatering Pumps, Drill Rigs, Heavy Equipment and Auxiliary Equipment in order to ensure effective and  efficient repairs, servicing and maintenance of  all equipment and machinery to sustain operations at Limestone Resources Limited.

Qualifications;

Grade (12) Twelve School Certificate with five acceptable ordinary levels.
Bachelor in Engineering –Mechanical or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (5 years and 4 years   respectively) Certified with ZAQA.
Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (MEIZ) after practicing for at least 2 years , Registered Engineer with the Engineering Registration Board (REng)  obtained  practicing license at least 3 years.

Skills/Abilities;

Plans the Annual Schedule of Maintenance Works for all equipment in the Process Plant, Quarry and Garage using historical data, maintenance manuals and engineering knowledge to execute this task before the beginning of each financial year.
Directs the respective maintenance sections to carryout planned maintenance according to the approved Annual Schedule of Maintenance Works; executing the function through subordinates and using daily/weekly/monthly and shutdown schedules. The directives are given daily
Monitors the execution of all planned maintenance works daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly/annually through inspecting works done and using reports generated by the section on the performance of equipment and human resources. And in turn generate performance and progress reports for Management
Controls and Evaluates the effectiveness of planned maintenance works and continually update the plans to ensure continuous improvement. This activity is done continuously
Prepares Capital Budgets for procurement of spares and materials for running Plants. Also budget and appraise projects for purchase of new or replacement equipment to support the company medium and long-term production targets. This is a continuous process and the final approved Capital Expenditure budget is inputted into the annual budget for LRL
Works with concerned departments for general administration involving approval of staff leave, overtime, purchases  and training of staff in the Process Plant-Mechanical and Garage Sections

Applicants who meets the above requirements should submit their applications with copies of detailed Curriculum Vitae with traceable references, academic/ professional qualifications and any other relevant documentation in support of the application. Applications should be submitted to the address below not later than 21 May 2025.

Human Resource & Occupational Health

Limestone Resources Limited

P.O Box 70057

NDOLA

Or Email to recruitment@lrl.co.zm