Job Opportunities at Lafarge Cement

About the role

This position is responsible for executing and supervising daily drilling activities and coordinating with the blasting team during the charging process. Additionally, overseeing the main and auxiliary mining activities such as leveling quarry benches and opening new limestone quarries with two Epiroc drill rigs. Regularly checking in with mining and drilling machine operators ensuring health and safety, especially for those working alone in remote and challenging areas of the limestone quarry.

What you'll be doing

• Understand and comply with HSE policies to assume that HSE are the first priority of the business. Actively support key safety initiative at the plant and assist the department as needed to improve HSE performance and results
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas 
• Ensures safe working conditions and good safe practices are applied at work.
• Organize and execute Drilling operation work site to insure work is carried in green, safe and injury free environment. Give precise instructions and committed with it and his subordinates to avoid any confusion about work
• Create middle chain point between technicians and team Leader and pack up of in case of absence  
• Execute and implement Drilling operations, and assign each drilling technician for his daily work
• Report the shutdowns reasons and drilling operation production to the drilling & blasting Team Leader 
• Reporting with the technicians the drilling log which effect on the explosives charging in the drilling holes 
• Doing with the technicians and operators the first inspection for all equipment every day and cascading the breakdowns and its effect on the operation   
•  Follow the breakdowns with the workshop team to finish it and planning a time frame for each breakdown 
• Communicate with the operation team about the planned blasts and its readiness 
• Communicate with the drilling and mining operators to evacuate the quarry during the blasting process

Who you'll be working with

• Mobile Plant Manager
• Quarry Manager
• MPD Planner
• Workshop Supervisor
• Inspector
• Mining Engineer
• Quarry Supervisor
• Plant Mechanics
• Electrician

Plant Context

• Effective and efficient running of quarry operations to achieve the set objectives of the plant in terms of raw material, output and cost.
• Support proximity: support by CTC  

What we are looking for

• Computer literacy is essential Technical / Functional Skills:
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Good knowledge of RCA methodology and facilitating skills.
• Strong spoken & written communication skill

Level of Education 

• Technical Education or equivalent in Mechanical or other related field with at least 4 years’ experience in the Cement or similar industry
• Minimum of 4-5 years post-qualification experience.
• Machine Main System knowledge. 

Technical & Behavioural competencies:

• Solid knowledge of drilling machines operation

Leadership and Managerial abilities

• Problem solving – Strong analytical & problem-solving skills & ability to handle a range of management, coordination & technical issues. 
• Technical decisions related to equipment performance & condition evaluation.
• Propose section needs from tools/equipment, supplies or necessary projects.
• Administrative decisions related to labor and work area management

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About the role

Looking for a top-notch auto electrician that is well-versed in Installing and repairing electrical wiring, diagnosing problems with rig electrical systems, repairing damaged electrical parts, maintaining electrical components for mobile equipment.
Knowledgeable in modern rig electrical systems, have a good eye to detail, and be able to problem –solve complex electrical problems, ultimately a top-notch auto electrician that is versed in the art of using electrical schematic to troubleshoot complex electrical faults and implement final solutions in mobile plants.

What you'll be doing

• Maintain mobile equipment in good working condition by following preventive and corrective maintenance schedules according to OEM.
• Break down complex electrical information into simpler parts for team members with little or no understanding of rig system operations.
• Locate and remove defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
• Correct faults and maximized performance by rebuilding engine, electric and individual components.
• Turn mobile plant electric systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
• Regular maintenance and addressing any engine-related electrical issues that is essential to keep the rig running smoothly.
• Perform auto electrical maintenance and repairs activities and system evaluations on mobile equipment in a safe manner
• Routine electrical wire checks and testing equipment to ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards of OEM.
• Conduct periodic mechanical and electrical instruments inspections on mobile plant system to ensure it is functioning properly at all time
• Develop solutions and rebuild equipment electrical systems, ensure good rig maintenance and repairs whenever inspection is carried out on mobile equipment.
• Read and interpret assembly electrical diagrams to determine lasting solutions to mobile plants, auto greasing systems, electromechanical equipment.
• Repair and replace faulty electrical components with efficiency and accuracy in accordance with OEM and maintaining a clean work
• Ensure company working hours and good shift timings are maintained. 
• Ensure safe working conditions and good safe practices are applied at work. 

Who you'l be working with

Human Dimension

• Human dimension: Mobile Plant Manager 
• Organisational dimension: The incumbent interacts regularly with all categories of Staff in the Plant and offers professional advice on best practise to maintain mobile equipment. He also interacts regularly with the plant operators on best operating practises. 

What we are looking for  

Level of education/qualifications required:

• National Diploma coupled with experience in similar industry or a Higher National Diploma in Electrical engineering with at least 5 years’ experience in the industry Specific Work experience:

Technical / Functional Skills:

• Over 5-8 years’ work experience in heavy mobile plant industry
• Good working knowledge of CAT, Cummins diesel engines and equipment
• Ability to carry out faulty diagnosis on diesel engines, hydraulic and transmission systems
• Good knowledge of possible diagnostic tool (SIS, ET, Processes, etc.)
• Good knowledge of safety regulations and rules applicable in an industrial area

Behavioural Competencies: 

• Good interpersonal relations
• Good organizational skills
• Self confidence
• Team spirit

Managerial Competencies:

• Results oriented
• High integrity
• Good leadership quality
• Pro-active decision making
• Ability to persuade and convince