At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Job description:

Purpose

Reporting to the Planner, the Scheduler will diligently execute maintenance planning functions according to instructions and prescribed standards ensuring that optimum equipment availability and reliability is realized.

Key Responsibilities

The incumbent will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function;Ensuring work orders are opened with correct work order integrity i.e. status, dates, codes, labour, labour hrs., downtime, descriptions, PM tasks, safety notes, serial numbers in, sales order status, etc.;Ensuring work orders are closed promptly with correct work order integrity i.e. dates, codes, labour, labour hrs., downtime, descriptions, PM tasks, serial numbers In/Out, sales order status, purchase order status, etc.;Creation of purchase requisitions as need be;Sales Order processing;Manage SOS results with urgency in collaboration with section Supt.Maintaining a decent work environment and culture at all timesMust be able to prioritise jobsDetermine Manpower requirement for the scheduled tasks from Gantt chartsIssue work plans and work orders everydayStage parts and tools for scheduled jobs per guidelines. Identify items as staged on the work order form.Work with the Planner to prioritize work orders for planning and schedulingAssist crew supervisors to coordinate clearances and other operations needsAssist with measuring Schedule ComplianceOptimise the Schedule and actual resources allocated to the tasksMake recommendations on improving the schedule and resource allocationWill be the accountable for reportingOther duties as given by Supervisor

Qualifications

Minimum of a Grade Twelve (Grade 12) School Certificate; andCraft Certificate in Mechanical or Electrical FieldPossess strong interpersonal skillsDriving License

Experience

Minimum 3 years’ experiencePrevious work experience in a large copper mining operation will be advantageous.Must be Computer literate.Use of PRONTO will be an added advantageMember of EIZ

BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS

TeamworkBold initiativeThinking safelyUpholding qualityTechnical SkillDriving quantityDriving attendance

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Standby work requiredOvertime when necessaryExposure to dust, heat and noisePC LiteracyAn understanding of the cultural and political environmentAn understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures

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