Kamoto Copper Company Société Anonyme, KCC SA in acronym, is a Congolese company operating in Kolwezi, capital of the province of Lualaba, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

KCC SA exploits copper and cobalt ores on a large scale. It includes an underground mine, open-pit mines and integrated metallurgical facilities. The operation has one of the largest copper reserves in the world, with a current life of over 25 years.

As an industrial mining company, we provide safe workplaces and support the sustainable development of the local economy. We maintain a constructive and open dialogue with the communities that host us, as well as with the provincial and national government.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Milling Maintenance Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the planning, scheduling, resourcing and an effective execution of all shutdowns in crushing and concentrator.

He/She will have, among other things, the following essential functions (non-exhaustive list):

• Ensure and verify that quality shutdown schedules and resourcing is done accurately

• Focus on continuous improvement strategies and implementation to ensure production improvements are delivered

• Ensure to have shutdown planning process flow is followed by all team members

• Ensure shutdown execution and tracking is done during the shutdown with the help of S- Curves and updates sent to stake holders

• Verify and approve for distribution developed work packages, QAQC plans, Rigging cranage mapping, scaffolding mapping.

• During execution of the shutdown, monitor and manage all elements of the shutdown, including Safety, Environmental, Security, Cost, Schedule, Inspection and Work Quality

• Ensure that a process for controlling scope changes is in place. This includes ensuring that any post-cutoff date changes to scope or schedule are approved by the appropriate authority.

• Complete a post-shutdown evaluation, recommending changes to procedures, standards, practices and ways of working.

• Ensure to organize extra labor resources when there is labor shortfall for the shut.

• Manage shutdown labour support contract effectively.

• Manage developing the MEC calendar and lead MEC meetings on a weekly basis

• Ensure to have a shut Postmortem and shut effectiveness reports after shutdowns

• Ensure to have zero incidents during shutdowns and VFLs and HRWV on critical tasks is done during shuts

• Manage follow up QAQC inspections and QAQC packages on identified tasks

• Manage shutdown readiness before shut

• Manage all shutdowns related meetings

• Manage shutdown walkdowns for work identifications

• Challenge shutdown scope durations from execution

• Performs any other related duties that may be assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in engineering in a relevant field or equivalent relevant

• Valid driver’s license

• Medically fit

• Certification in project management will be an advantage

Technical Skills.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of concentrator equipment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Demonstrate ability to initiate new ideas to improve plant efficiency.

• Strong commitment to timelines, accuracy and professionalism

• Critical thinking, decision making and problem-solving skills.

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Strong project management skills.

• Experience in the planning function

• Ability to identify and mitigate safety hazards

• Thorough understanding of safety regulations and procedures for working in a concentrator environment

• Adhering to all safety regulations and procedures when working on concentrator equipment

• Ensuring that equipment is properly locked out and tagged out before maintenance work is performed

• Immediately report any unsafe conditions or incidents

Attitudes / Behaviors.

• Ability to apply knowledge of standards, methods and procedures to work situation.

• Good team player in task involving cross-functional teams

• Results oriented drive and solid work ethics, with exceptional attention to detail.

• Willingness and ability to perform field work in an extreme mining environment

• Results and action oriented.

• Ability to train and mentor team members and demonstrate safety leadership

• Integrity

•  Reliable

• Positive attitude

IMPORTANT NOTICE

KCC SA does not accept applications submitted by persons under the age of eighteen (18). In accordance with article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, KCC SA receives all applications without distinction or discrimination. However, as part of its Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, KCC, its representatives and its workers do not receive any compensation or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process (application submission, application processing, tests and interviews for employment, medical examinations for employment, or induction, etc.). Any act of corruption or attempted corruption must be reported to the telephone number: +243 999928028 and will be severely punished.

Furthermore, KCC SA pursues the objective of a transparent, fair and equitable recruitment process and, therefore, does not tolerate any interference or intervention in any way whatsoever in its recruitment process. Any failure on this point will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate concerned.

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