Machinist

Purpose of the role:

To machine components in line with Hitachi standards/specifications. Interpret engineering drawings and use a wide range of machine tools.

Reports to: Machine Shop Supervisor.

Branch: Reman Workshop Lusaka.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The Machinist will be required to perform the following tasks:

• Carry out a job safety analysis (JSA) before work starts.
• Ensure task requirements are clearly understood and all risks identified before commencing the job.
• Work according to all safety policies and ensuring that correct PPE is worn at all times.
• Adhere to all company requirements for the use of permits, risk assessments, Isolations and risk management.
• Maintain a safe working environment and follow safety regulations
• Conduct daily Workshop Maintenance (preventive & corrective actions).
• Perform various machining operations using all standard machine tools with minimum supervision.
• Perform line boring operations using portable line boring machines.
• Must be able to do JIG and fixture designing.
• Must be able to interpret engineering Drawings.
• Must understand Limits and Fits, reference to tolerance dimensions.
• Must have knowledge to Dismantle, Asses, Assemble components e.g. speed reduction, gear boxes and any Related Components.
• Must be able to understand materials and material failure analysis.
• Analyses component parts, and machine to suit the prevailing situation at sites.
• Must be able to do crack detecting, repair and heat treatment.
• Must be able to perform Critical measurements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Must have a full Grade 12 certificate.
• Must have a Craft Certificate in Machining from a government recognized Institution.
• Must have at least 4 years’ experience in mining, engineering or any related industries as a qualified artisan machinist.
• Must be a Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)

Job Specific Competencies

• Engineering workshop machining
• The ability to measure and read Engineering detail drawings.
• Troubleshooting and fault-finding abilities.
• The ability to make informed decisions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to work overtime if the need arises.
• Be able to adhere to safety requirements for the task at hand.
• Ability to be exposed to dust, heat and noise in a controlled fixed process plant environment.

If you meet the requirements for this job, email your detailed C.V, certified copies of certificates and cover letter in a single document to humanresourceszambia@hcmaf.com, or send your application to:

The Human Resource Manager,

Hitachi Construction Machinery Zambia, Co. Ltd.

KK International Airport Road, Plot 2350/M

P.O. Box 30182, Lusaka.

The closing date for applicants is Wednesday 12th January, 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.