Winding Engine Driver

Job description

Lubambe Copper Mine Limited (LCML) owns and operates the Lubambe underground Copper Mine located in Chililabombwe District of the Copperbelt Province in Zambia. The Mine which commenced operations in 2012 is situated approximately 468 kilometres North of the Capital City of Lusaka, 152 Kilometres from Ndola and approximately 40 Kilometres from Chingola.
Lubambe Copper Mine sits on an area of approximately 58.1 square kilometres and comprises an existing underground mine, characterised by two distinct limbs (the East and South Limbs) and a processing Plant with a capacity to process up to 2.4 million tonnes per annum.
LCML places the highest priority on safety with a world-class safety system in place and understands its obligations to carry out mining in a sustainable manner. Its Corporate Social Responsibility programme focuses on education, agriculture, health, and infrastructure.

At Lubambe we are committed to managing our business in line with our values. As such, we acknowledge that our People are the most important asset to Lubambe and are the key to our success. Where consistent to our business needs, Lubambe is committed to provide employment opportunities, training, and development for our People. We want our People to be successful.

JCHX owns 80% of LCML, whilst ZCCM-IH owns 20% on behalf of the Zambian Government.

LCML seeks to employ an experienced and qualified individual in the following position:

WINDING ENGINE DRIVER (X3)

This position reports to the Foreman.

Core Purpose of the Position

To be responsible for the operation of all Winders.

Key Performance Areas/Indicators (KPA/Is):

Run the winding engine only at specified times.
Observe and operate the winding engine only according to authorised signals.
Compiling accurate shift reports.
Total availability at all times from start of shifts unless there is a valid reason to leave and where another competent person is available.
Report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the supervisor.
Helping engineering employees to maintain equipment in the winder area.
Adherence to Mining and Environmental Regulations.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.

Academic Qualifications, Experience & Personal Attributes

Grade 12 Certificate
Winding Engine Driver Certificate of competency as per Mining Regulation 1425 & 1426
Five (5) years related work experience
Sober Character
Physically and mentally fit
 Good communication skills
Result oriented and paying attention to details and company policy

Applicants who meet the above requirements are invited to send their Curriculum Vitae in MS word format to recruitment@lubambe.com. The closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 28th May 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted