Plastician

Job description

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:

To assist the KMP Engineering department in the handling, construction and maintenance of the process plant piping HDPE fusion welding.

Key Responsibilities:

Making use of measuring Equipment to verify dimensions of the material provided against drawings, interpret components and assembly drawings
Usage, service, inspection and maintenance (including conditions-based) of engineering operational maintenance primary equipment like HDPE Machines, etc.
Welding of HDPE pipes in line with parameters of the HDPE machine and proper procedures for butt and electrofusion welding.
Proper usage of Extrusion Hand Gun & Hot Air Guns
Dealing with precision equipment in process moulding or extrusion moulding technology.
Conducting work in line with set quality assurance standards, work targets and specified standards

Qualifications & Experience:

Grade 12 School Certificate.
Thermoplastic Welding Certificates, Levels 1, 2 & 3.
Trade Certificate from recognized institution will be an added advantage.
Member of Engineering Institution of Zambia
The candidate should possess a Thermoplastic Welding Competency Certificate or related qualification with Butt and Electrofusion Welding. He/she must be able to interpret drawings, specifications/isometric drawings/plans etc. Must be able to understand and implement safe working practices