Coordinator, Dewatering

About First Quantum Minerals and Role Overview

At First Quantum Minerals, we foster a unique culture known as the “First Quantum Way,” which encourages independent thinking, innovation, and problem-solving to achieve remarkable outcomes in challenging environments. We look for individuals who embrace this mindset and deliver strong results.

The Coordinator, Dewatering supports the Mining Superintendent by overseeing a skilled shift team accountable for the operation, maintenance, construction, and relocation of dewatering equipment including pit dewatering pumps, dam pontoon pumps, and flocculation/coagulation facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Guarantee statutory regulations and health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards are fully observed, with timely reporting of any incidents.
• Supervise maintenance, construction, and monitoring activities to maintain safe and efficient operations that maximize reliability and uptime.
• Manage the operation of mining infrastructure equipment ensuring smooth functionality of the dewatering systems.
• Execute equipment isolation procedures safely and in compliance with supervisory and legal directives.
• Uphold excellent housekeeping standards across work areas.
• Achieve KPIs related to timely maintenance, ZEMA water quality compliance, water buffer levels, and HSE performance.
• Provide thorough, accurate, and documented shift handovers covering KPIs, completed tasks, equipment conditions, and key focus areas.
• Meet daily work goals aligned with company policies and procedures.
• Prioritize tasks effectively, monitor progress, and maintain accountability for outcomes.
• Encourage and motivate both self and team to overcome challenges and reach objectives.
• Assist in planning and layout for new project work.
• Ensure the plant maintains maximum availability at all times.
• Collaborate with other departments to minimize disruptions to plant operations.
• Identify and address safety hazards promptly or report them for corrective action.
• Participate actively in daily safety meetings and toolbox talks.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completed Full Grade 12 certificate.
• Diploma in a Mechanical field is required; a degree is considered an added advantage.
• Membership in the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) and registration with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Background in mine dewatering operations or a related environment.

Specialized Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of pump and piping systems.
• Understanding of environmental compliance standards and water quality management.
• Familiarity with water drainage systems.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices.

Key Personal Attributes

• A high degree of ownership and accountability for equipment.
• Leadership skills with the ability to supervise and motivate teams.
• Capability to assign tasks, follow up, and manage team activities.
• Aptitude for building teamwork and coordinating multiple disciplines.
• Problem-solving skills and capacity to work effectively within single-shift timeframes.
• Competence in analyzing equipment data and information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Persistent, thorough, enthusiastic, and proactive in approach.
• Fair and firm team management style.
• Multi-tasking ability, conflict resolution skills, active listening, and good team collaboration.
• Sound judgment, decision-making, delegation, and effective time management.
• Adaptable to shift work and flexible scheduling.
• Self-motivated and sharp-minded.