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Job description:
To Supervise the installation and repairs of all mining systems on site.
Key Responsibilities
- Understand shift priorities and direct the team as needed.
- Supervise Technicians and make available all spares and equipment needed for their work
- To assist in the implementation of the safety system and procedures required by the Zambian mines regulations and Act.
- Oversee management of all Radio repeater stations on site - as well as installation, programming and repairing of all user equipment on site
- Address technical issues on the equipment and carry daily inspections to a high standard to ensure defects are identified prior to failure;
- Ensure all technicians follow safety regulations as guided by the Mine Safety department prior to commencing any work.
- Provide technical advice and guidance to technicians on all repairs, maintenance and Installation
- Ability to use Root- cause analysis tools in investigating breakdowns and sub-standard performance of equipment.
- Prepare a shift reports
- Any lawful and reasonable task assigned to by Management
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum of a Grade twelve (Grade 12) School Certificate
- Diploma in Computer Engineering/ Computer Science or Equivalent.
- ZAQA Certification
- A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in communication systems 2 of which should be in supervisory role
- Must be computer literate
- Valid driver’s Licence
- Exposure to DSSI / Brigade / Rajant / Mesh network will be an added advantage.
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