HME Drill Mechanic

Job Location: Eritrea, East Africa
Job Closing Date: 25 September, 2020
Salary: Market Related
Contract Period:  02 Years

Introduction to Bisha Mining Share Company

BMSC is an Eritrean company formed for the development and operation of the Bisha Mine in western Eritrea, Africa. It is owned by Zijin Mining Group Co Ltd. (55%) and the Eritrean National Mining Corporation (ENAMCO) (45%). The Bisha Mine is a high-grade copper, gold, silver and zinc mine that commenced production in February 2011. The Bisha Mine has received continuous support from the Eritrean government, who granted the Company's mining license in January 2008. The project is the first modern mine in Eritrea. 

After two years of low cost gold production, the Bisha Mine transitioned to low-cost, high-grade copper production in 2013.  Starting in 2016, Bisha also produces zinc concentrate. Further resource potential exists at depth and from nearby discoveries within the Company's licensed areas.

The site is a well-established site with excellent catering and recreational facilities. The site also offers Wi-Fi internet coverage throughout the village as well international TV and a full gymnasium. Security ranks with best in the world and employees mountain bike freely.  Expatriates work a roster of 6 weeks on and 3 weeks off; we offer on-site medical services as well as company medical, accident death and disability and life insurance (employee only); Employees are provided with private rooms with en-suite toilet and shower facilities; Working hours at Bisha are Monday to Saturday from 6am to 6pm with a one hour lunch break and Sundays from 6am to 12pm with the afternoon off.

More information about our mining site is available on our website at www.bishamining.com.

The successful candidate will earn a salary which is market related. Contract is for a period of 02 (two) Years.

Kindly Note - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks after the application closing date.

Primary Purpose

Responsible for mechanical activities to maintain and/or repair Drill Rigs. 

Main Functions

• Planning
• Implementation
• Writing Reports & Data Control

Planning

Follows “Planned Maintenance Schedule”.

Implementation of the Plan

• Identify the highest priority for each day and focus on completing relevant tasks.
• Ensures good housekeeping.
• Carries out actual maintenance and repairs of Drill Rigs in an efficient and effective way in order to minimise downtime.
• Performs regular inspections in order to detect potential problems before they cause breakdowns.
• Minimises downtime by ensuring the best techniques are being used to repair breakdowns.
• Ensure safety requirements are fulfilled at the work place, including leading Field Level Risk Assessment (FLRA) and proper use of the appropriate PPE. Report any safety issues/incidents.
• Comply with mine’s cardinal rules and other safety, environmental or other rules and standards as directed. Identifies any hazards in the work place.
• Conducts preventative maintenance on the Drill Rigs by checking engines; motors; pneumatics; hydraulic systems by following diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, manufacturer’s instructions and engineering specifications. Troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Carries out “Fault finding” by using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by using hoists, cranes and hand and power tools. Examines form and texture of parts to determine causes of failure.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by using rulers; callipers; micrometres; and other measuring instruments.
• Understands and is familiar with basic hydraulic systems.
• Attends technical and other training as required by supervisor.
• Writing Reports & Data Control
• Compile daily; progress reports as requested

Qualifications:

Formal Trade for Expats (Diesel mechanic / Auto electrician)

Knowledge and Experience:

3 - 5 years relevant experience 

Technical Skills

• Computer Literacy (MS Office – Intermediate, )
• Attention to detail
• Analytical skill
• Mechanical & Electrical experience
• Problem solving skill
• Supervisory experience

Behavioural Skills

• Communication (English)
• Assertiveness
• Interpersonal Relations
• Integrity
• Prioritizing skills & multi-skilling
• Ability to work towards strict deadlines
• High level of accuracy
• Discretion
• Self-motivation