CHIBALE KATETE
Mufulira
Summary
Resourceful professional in heavy equipment maintenance known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and hydraulic systems repair. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and communication, ensuring successful collaboration and project delivery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Blu Rock Mining Services
Kalumbila
06.2023 - Current
- Perform preventive maintenance on all Drill Rigs and Vehicles including lubrication, oil changes, filter replacements and brake adjustments
- Diagnosed and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems on a variety of heavy equipment and vehicles using electrical and hydraulic testing devices
- Installed new parts, components, accessories or attachments to existing heavy equipment and vehicles according to manufacturer's specifications
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while operating power tools or lifting heavy objects
- Tested repaired machinery for proper performance prior to releaser into service
- Machines Worked On: Surface Drills, Epiroc Smart Rock T40, Epiroc Flex Rock T35 T40, T35
- Drifters Cop20EX and Cop20EX+
- Diamond Drills, Epiroc CS14 and Boyles C6
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
JCHX Mining Limited
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Perform preventive maintenance different heavy equipment machineryand Vehicles including lubrication, oil changes, filter replacements and brake adjustments
- Diagnosed and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems on a variety of heavy equipment and vehicles using electrical and hydraulic testing devices
- Installed new parts, components, accessories or attachments to existing heavy equipment and vehicles according to manufacturer's specifications
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while operating power tools or lifting heavy objects
- Tested repaired machinery for proper performance prior to releaser into service
- Machines Worked On: AD30 Dump Truck, Caterpillar R300g, R1600g, R1600LHD, R1700g, Loader Caterpillar MT220, Getman A64, MF 400Lube, SL330, SL exc 300
- Sandvik and Epiroc machines
- Boomers S1d, 281, 282, BORTEC, TH32, TH430, TORO307, TORO400T, TORO410, MT210, TLB Bell, ST1030, Frontend Loader LG LILGONG 15, B30 Bell
TRAINEE TECHNICIAN
Newtan Enterprises Limited
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Rebuilding of Loaders (TORO 400D)
- Over hauling cylinder
- Over hauling of different units assemblies
- Over hauling of Torque Convertors and Transmissions
Education
Advanced Certificate - Heavy Equipment Repair
Northern Technical College
01.2015
Grade 12 Certificate -
Kitwe Boys Secondary School
01.2009
Skills
- Diesel Mechanics
- Equipment maintenance
- Fault diagnosis
- Mechanical problems
- Equipment engines
- Equipment inspections
- Diagnostics
- Equipment repair
- New installations
- Customer service skills
- Engine overhaul
- Documentation
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to read and interpret hydraulic circuits, symbols, diagrams and procedure manuals
- Estimating time and materials
- Working in cramped and restrictive work spaces
- Maintaining and servicing heavy and light commercial vehicles
- Working on a wide range of equipment from different manufacturers
- Working on diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulics and brakes
- High degree of safety-awareness
- In-depth knowledge of machines, fuel injection systems
- Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations
- Ability to diagnose and repair failed components
- Repair work
- Issue diagnosis
- Electrical work
- Machinery testing
- Lubrication processes
- Hydraulic systems expertise
Websites
Certification
- Driving / Operating permit
- Member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ)
Languages
1,C2
References
- Mr. Banda Elasto, Work Manager, Newtan Enterprises Limited, +26- 977 185 201
- Gifrojah Chipoya, Foreman, JCHX Company, 0968 519686
- Nyambe Samende, Maintenance Supervisor, Blu Rock Mining Services, 0969 259920
Languages
Bemba
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Blu Rock Mining Services
06.2023 - Current
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
JCHX Mining Limited
01.2017 - 01.2023
TRAINEE TECHNICIAN
Newtan Enterprises Limited
01.2014 - 07.2014
Advanced Certificate - Heavy Equipment Repair
Northern Technical College
Grade 12 Certificate -
Kitwe Boys Secondary School