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Lafarge Africa Plc is a leading Sub-Saharan Africa building solutions Company and member of the LafargeHolcim group.
The vision of Lafarge Africa Plc is to be the most trusted and preferred partner of African construction professionals and home builders by delivering cement, concrete, aggregates and other building solutions that are best in quality, envir...
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JOB SUMMARY
To manage mobile plant section, research history, communicate possible solutions and implement final solution on the mobile plant with limited interruption to plant’s production requirements. He is to plan for routine maintenance and major overhaul of mobile plant equipment. Ensure availability of resources and liaise with production department for maintenance of equipment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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.
- Responsible for the execution of maintenance work carried out on mobile plant Equipment.
- Ensures proper scheduling, planning of works, resources and execution.
- Manage his team, defines the missions and objectives of his workforce and carries out their performance reviews, promotes the quality of work and motivates his personnel.
- Ensures the permanent update of the personnel skills and assists to develop and implement a trainning plan to that effect.
- Follow policies (best practices) doctrines in day-to-day work.
- Facilitates good communications and relationships with other departments.
- Conducts and takes part in regular departmental meetings to improve operations.
- Conveys management policies to subordinates
- Communicates results to the management.
- Ensures company working hours and good shift timings are maintained.
- Work in conjunction with Quarry and Production departments to achieve company budget in terms of clinker production and cement grinding and dispatch
RESOURCES
Human Dimension
- Quarry Manager
- MPD Planner
- Workshop Supervisor
- Plant Inspector
- Mining Engineer
- Quarry Supervisor
- Plant Mechanics
- Electrician
CONTEXT
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
PROFILE REQUIRED
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of safety regulations
- Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
Level of Education:
- HND/Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical engineering with at least 8 years’ experience in the Cement or similar industry
- Minimum of 8 years post-qualification experience.
- Machine Main System knowledge.
Technical Competencies:
- Over 5-15 years’ work experience in heavy mobile plant industry
- Good working knowledge of CAT, VOLVO 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
- Effectively coordinate the activities of Mobile Plant department.
Behavioural Competencies
- Energetic and matured.
- High level of integrity
- Accurate and analytical
Leadership and Managerial abilities
- Ability to coordinate several activities simultaneously.
- Always ensure Health and safe consciousness in subordinates.
- Team leadership
- Sense of organization and delegation
- Good initiative and sense of anticipation and judgment
- Analytical mind and logical approach to problem solving
- Good Decision-making ability
- Ability to influence, develop and/or motivate people to the achievement of jobs objectives
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JOB SUMMARY
To perform auto electrical maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing of the heavy equipment such as Crawler/Excavator, Wheel loader, Telehandler, Mobile Trucks,etc. Repairs and overhauls electrical systems in automobiles within quality and time guidelines set by dealership and factory.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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.
- Perform routine preventive and predictive maintenance on all mobile plant electrical system.
- Rebuild and troubleshoot electrical systems on mobile equipment.
- Diagnose electrical issues and propose a course of action.
- Read and interpret electrical diagrams to troubleshoot and provide lasting solutions on mobile plant.
- Repair and replace faulty wires and components of electrical systems and maintaining a clean working. Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with OEM.
- Confers with OEM, if necessary, to determine the nature of any electrical malfunctions.
- Determines malfunction of electrical system by visual inspection and use of testing devices such as oscilloscope, voltmeter and ammeter.
- Estimates the cost of repairs based on parts
- Repairs or replaces defective wiring.
- Adjusts ignition timing and measures and adjusts distributor breaker-point gaps.
- Tests and repairs starters, generators and distributors.
- Rebuilds electrical units, such as starters, generators and door controls.
- Drives mobile equipment to test the quality of work performed.
- Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
- Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
- Attends manufacturer-sponsored product training as requested.
- Other tasks as assigned.
RESOURCES
Human Dimension
- Mobile Plant Manager
- Quarry Manager
- MPD Planner
- Workshop Supervisor
- Inspector
- Mining Engineer
- Quarry Supervisor
- Plant Mechanic
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JOB SUMMARY
To plan and perform preventive maintenance activities for mobile equipment in order to meet original equipment manufacturers recommendations aiming at the prevention of breakdowns and unplanned repairs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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.
- Identify/define PM activities for mobile equipment to go in line with OEMs recommendations.
- Conduct schedule and supervise PM activities implementation to effectively manage time and resources.
- Inspect and study major problems or findings to report to workshop team for corrective actions.
- Maintain scheduled oil analysis program as an aspect of predictive maintenance.
- Supervise the training staff (classroom & on-the-job) in order to raise technical knowledge and qualification level.
- Follow up and create PM work orders in order to keep records, issue materials, & labor transaction.
- Maintain discipline and work area clean and organized.
- Design appropriate processes for his/her job and ensure controls are operating with reference to Lafarge internal control framework.
- Develop and update documentation of the processes and controls under his/her responsibilities, ensure the procedures comply with the Group policies and procedures and Internal Control Standards
- Define action plan and ensure appropriate follow-up and completion (update procedure, implement a new control and other related activities
- Inform the Internal Control Coordinator about changes in processes on a timely basis.
RESOURCES
Human Dimension
- Mobile Plant Manager
- Quarry Manager
- MPD Planner
- Workshop Supervisor
- Store Manager
- Mining Engineer
- Quarry Supervisor
- Plant Mechanics
- Electrician
CONTEXT
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
REQUIRED PROFILE
- Computer literacy is essential
- Knowledge of SAP.
- Good knowledge of RCA methodology and facilitating skills.
- Strong spoken & written communication skill
Level of Education
- HND/Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical engineering or other related field with at least 3 years’ experience in the Cement or similar industry
- Minimum of 4-5 years post-qualification experience.
- Machine Main System knowledge.
Technical and Behavioural Competencies
- Analytical thinking, strong knowledge of mobile equipment operation and maintenance procedures
Leadership and Managerial Competencies
- 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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JOB SUMMARY
The Mobile Equipment Planner is responsible to prepare all planned maintenance that have to be carried out by the execution team, service companies or contractors. In that role, the Mobile Equipment Planner will work closely with the Mobile Equipment Inspector and the execution team on the following tasks and responsibilities in order to reinforce the day-to-day job preparation & planning.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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.
- Gather pertinent information needed to plan the work orders in the planning stage of SAP Work Order System, improve the content and quality of information on the work orders and eventually put them in progress after Mobile Equipment Manager validates them.
- Add relevant information to the work orders, as required, to facilitate the comprehension of the execution team.
- Define clearly the scope of work to be performed.
- Establish the preparatory work required prior to scheduled equipment down time.
- Develop a detailed job plan with all the work sequences involved to adequately complete the repairs, as well as equipment downtime and man-hours required.
- Develop a tool list specific to the job to be performed.
- Provide a parts list with reference numbers and exact location for every work order and ensure that all required parts are in stock before job scheduling.
- Ensure all technical specifications and special instructions are provided on paper to the Supervisor and craftsmen.
- Determine the cost involved for parts and supplies for each work order.
- Inform the supervisor/engineer when a job is ready for scheduling.
- Establish and maintain with the supervisors and the stores department, a system for proper storage of pre-works and parts for pending work.
- The incumbent will work with the Storeroom supervisor to update and maintain the equipment parts catalogue, and develop parts catalogues for existing equipment that have none as well as develop equipment tool list for jobs that require such.
- The Mobile Equipment Planner will work with the Storeroom Supervisor to review and update parts min-max.
- The Mobile Equipment Planner will be responsible to improve and maintain the equipment files and history (paper and electronic).
- The Mobile Equipment Planner will ensure timely delivery of spare parts that are placed on order by working with the Purchasing officers and making use of the MFA tracker database program.
- In collaboration with the Purchasing officers & Storeroom Supervisor, the Mobile Equipment Planner will ensure that the inventory and sources of spare parts are consistent with the Lafarge standards, plant equipment reliability and economic constraints. He will also ensure materials and parts conformity upon receipt.
- In order to accomplish the prime objective of the position the Mobile Equipment Planner must be versed with the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). The incumbent must have knowledge of the work order tracking system, spare parts catalogue, requisitioning and inventory systems as well as knowledge of the modern software packages available such as Word, Excel, Microsoft Project Scheduler, etc.
- The Mobile Equipment Planner will be utilized to supervise some jobs and contractors during annual plant.
RESOURCES
Human Dimension
- Mobile Plant Manager
- Quarry Manager
- MPD Planner
- Workshop Supervisor
- Plant Inspector
- Mining Engineer
- Quarry Supervisor
- Plant Mechanics
- Electrician
CONTEXT
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
PROFILE REQUIRED
- Computer literacy is essential
- Knowledge of CMMS.
- Good knowledge of RCA methodology and facilitating skills.
- Strong spoken & written communication skill
Level of Education
- HND/Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical engineering with at least 3 years’ experience in the Cement or similar industry
- Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience.
- Machine Main System knowledge.
Technical & Behavioural Competencies
- Planning & Organizing – Ability to manage, organize, plan and implement work assignments, juggle competing demands and work under pressure of frequent & tight deadlines
- Teamwork – Strong interpersonal ability to establish & maintain effective partnerships and working relationships with people in multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity & respect of diversity
- Judgement – Ability to apply good judgement and decision-making skills.
- Commitment to Continuous Learning – Willing to keep abreast of new developments in working environment
Leadership & Managerial Competencies
- Problem solving – Strong analytical & problem-solving skills & ability to handle a range of management, coordination & technical issues
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JOB SUMMARY
Lead and supervise mechanical maintenance works for mobile equipment in order to achieve highest availability level and best utility of the resources from labor, tools and materials.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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.
- Ensure the smooth and safe running of the automobile workshop, Plan maintenance schedules, roster and supervise staffs and ensure best practices are followed.
- Supervises maintenance functions for the maintenance shop.
- Ensure quality via supervision of work and stage inspections, availability of tools and materials.
- Allocation of work and deployment of staff, verification of timing and proper opening and closing of job.
- Ensure cleanliness of work premises and good house-keeping by eliminating trash.
- Supervises maintenance functions for the maintenance shop.
- Oversees maintenance and repair of equipment, both in the shop and at the project sites.
- Ensures that all equipment is completely inspected at least once a year and is calibrated based on the manufacturer’s recommendations or government standard.
- Reviews employee training to ensure a skilled mechanic workforce.
- Ensures the maintenance shop is properly maintained, functional and clean.
- Establishes and monitors preventative maintenance schedule on equipment.
- Establishes service schedules on equipment for warranty compliance.
- Supports on the job projects including identifying all sources of equipment maintenance, fueling, repair and spare parts.
- Establishes productivity expectations and tracks the production and activity of the mechanic workforce.
- Manages the inbound and outbound inspection process.
- Ensures the ready status of idle equipment.
- Participates in the equipment evaluation process to determine buy/sell needs. Also, purchases and sells new and used equipment as directed by Management.
- Develops and maintains files on all equipment for historical data.
- Maintains a positive working relationship with other department
RESOURCES
Human Dimension
- Mobile Plant Manager
- Quarry Manager
- MPD Planner
- Inspector
- Mining Engineer
- Quarry Supervisor
- Plant Mechanics
- Electrician
CONTEXT
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
REQUIRED PROFILE
- Complex mobile equipment problem solving skill with proven work experience in engine, transmission and hydraulic system overhaul.
- Ability to carry out plant diagnostic tools.
- Good communication skill.
Level of Education
- HND/Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical engineering or other related field with at least 4 years’ experience in the Cement or similar industry
- Minimum of 4-years’ experience as Heavy Equipment Supervisor.
- Machine Main System knowledge.
Technical and Behavioural Competencies
- Reads, analyzes and interprets complex documents. (Electric schematics, drawings)
- Responds effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts and draws valid conclusions.
- Organizes and manages time, duties and activities efficiently.
- Ability to enter data and understand various computer programs.
- Ability to analyze data for evaluation of equipment efficiency.
- Able to communicate in English
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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JOB SUMMARY
- Execute and supervise the daily drilling activities (2 drilling machines) and communicate with blasting team during the charging process.
- Supervise the main and auxiliary mining activities (quarry benches leveling, open the new limestone quarry, (2 Epiroc drill rigs,)
- Follow up with all the mining and drilling machines operators every 30 minutes to avoid any health problem come from the lone working in the far and unfeasible benches in limestone quarry
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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
RESOURCES
Human Dimension
- Mobile Plant Manager
- Quarry Manager
- MPD Planner
- Workshop Supervisor
- Inspector
- Mining Engineer
- Quarry Supervisor
- Plant Mechanics
- Electrician
CONTEXT
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
PROFILE REQUIRED
- 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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JOB SUMMARY
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, such as Trucks, bulldozers, graders, and Excavators, used in Quarry and mining Operations
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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.
- Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
- Repair and replace damaged or worn parts
- Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment in order to diagnose defects.
- Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices
- Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools. Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles
- Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
- Schedule maintenance for industrial machines and equipment, and keep equipment service records.
- Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
- Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
- Assemble gear systems, and align frames and gears.
- Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
- Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
- Clean parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in tanks of solvent.
- Adjust, maintain, and repair or replace subassemblies, such as transmissions and crawler heads, using hand tools, jacks, and cranes.
- Adjust and maintain industrial machinery, using control and regulating devices
- Fabricate needed parts or items from sheet metal.
- Direct workers who are assembling or disassembling equipment or cleaning parts.
RESOURCES
Human Dimension
- Mobile Plant Manager
- Quarry Manager
- MPD Planner
- Workshop Supervisor
- Store Manager
- Mining Engineer
- Quarry Supervisor
- Plant Mechanics
- Electrician
CONTEXT
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
PROFILE REQUIRED
- Computer literacy is essential
- 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:
- Analytical thinking
- Strong knowledge of mobile equipment operation and maintenance procedures,
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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