Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
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Traits
References
Interests
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Cosmas Muma

Kitwe

Summary

As a Mechanical Fitter with good technical skill sets that enable to excel in my field, not only am I dedicated to duty but also hardworking, result driven, smart, bold and uphold quality good tool care storage. With my vast experience in Water Treatment, Refinery, Smelter and Concentrator Plants, I bring over years of experience in my field specializing in the maintenance of fixed plant equipment in a heavy mining industry whilst paying much particular attention to safety. Detail-oriented, team player, strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy with minimum supervision and can work overtime whenever called upon or works demands. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Work History

Artisan Plant Fitter

Mopani Copper Mines
  • Keeping records of all maintenance activities performed on each piece of equipment for accurate tracking and future reference during shutdown jobs at Improved Material Handling (IMH) sections Smelter
  • Full compliance to mandatory PPE requirements in all areas of the mine site Perform all plant maintenance projects tasks in a safe, timely and to a high quality, lubrication of equipment with right quality and quantity lubricants to suit best operations standards and work
  • Be a self-starter and able to work autonomously and as part of a team
  • Demonstrate a commitment to work place safety and the safety of co-workers
  • Be accurate, methodical, practical and safety-conscious when installing and maintaining mechanical equipment
  • Compliance to safe working standards and documents such as: JSA's, Work Procedure's, SWI's, etc
  • Ensure compliance with Safety and Environmental Management systems, policies and procedures along with ensuring that all risks have been identified, managed and a safe working environment is maintained
  • A clear understanding of preventative maintenance, strong communication skills and a flexible 'can do' work ethic
  • Ensure good housekeeping practices are maintained by cleaning up before, during and after every task and not leaving any hazards within the work place
  • Have the ability to diagnose faults with equipment through observation, such as 50 tone overhead cranes, locomotives, hydraulic cathode stripping machines and anode preparation machines
  • Maintenance of ceramic larox filter and it's associated units like vacuum pump and hydraulic circuit
  • Coordinate with departmental and team members, as well as process departmental members
  • Overhauling of surface and underground hydraulic components, including cylinders, pumps, valves, motors, final drives, rotary heads and accumulators
  • Has the ability to take care of mine issued hand tools and workshop equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance and installation of various HDPE pipes and fittings.

Plant Fitter

Chambishi Copper Smelter
  • Conduct daily routine maintenance across the plant facilities and lubrication of equipment with right quality and quantity lubricants whenever scheduled
  • Execute maintenance and repairs on various equipment including ball mills, pump barrels, centrifugal pumps, reduction gearboxes, and conveyor belts
  • Install valves such as Gate valves, Butterfly valves, swival joints and non-return valves at secondary smelting
  • Manage critical assets such as chemical dosing systems and compressors
  • Inspect all rotating equipment to ensure guards are in place for safety compliance
  • Inspect and alignment of motors and gearboxes to 100% standard requirements
  • Replace worn-out impellers and mechanical seals as necessary then replace with new ones in a shortest possible time frame
  • Replace worn-out rollers, head and tail pulleys for conveyor belts
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping and adhere to safety protocols on site
  • Maintenance and troubleshooting of ISA tapping machines and MSEF Mud guns
  • Quality weekly preventive maintenance on Overhead cranes 12 to 50 tones, so that lifting appliances safety standards is maintained to 100%
  • Safely able to install Pipe fitting, alignment and gasket replacement
  • Installation, inspection and repairs of MSEF electrode cooling system and replacement of horses safely
  • Servicing of Compressors, air filters and vacuum pumps at Oxygen plant
  • Inspections and installation of Chain drives with tapper lock bushing for easy fitting of sprockets
  • Inspection of Waste heat boilers such as steam boiler valves, vessel and annually air receiver tank pressure testing
  • Routing maintenance of Larox Filter, Cyclone feeders and Hydraulic Filter presses.

Control Room Operator ISA WHB

Chambishi Copper Smelter
  • Inspection of ISA waste heat boiler equipment
  • Monitoring and Operating of all automated units in the control room to set standard.

Workman

Konkola Copper Mines
  • Worked effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Trained as a 50T overhead crane chaser.

Education

Certificate - Mechanical Engineering

Northern Technical College

School Certificate -

Chamboli Secondary School
Kitwe, Zambi

Skills

  • Bolder (accept new challenges and identify opportunities for improvement)
  • Ability to work towards achieving given time lines on targets
  • Smarter (improve our long term focus and improve efficiencies)
  • Drive (ensure work are done correctly and improve working standards) Together (be part of a team and build credibility)
  • Able to communicate effectively
  • Both taking and delegating instructions
  • A positive, self-motivated and conscientious attitude
  • A positive attitude towards work
  • Working at height

Phonenumbers

  • +260972915699
  • +260967795076

Traits

  • Ability to be exposed to dust, heat and noise in a controlled fixed process plant environment.
  • Mechanical maintenance, with preference of fixed processing plants (mining) will be advantageous.
  • A fully paid member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia [EIZ] with valid Silicosis medical certificate required for the mining industry and ability to successfully undergo an 'onsite' medical examination.
  • Troubleshooting, fault-finding abilities and able to make informed decisions with effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Be able to work overtime if the need arises and be able to adhere to safety requirements for the task at hand.
  • An understanding of the cultural and political environment.

References

  • Eng. George Mwanye, Mopani, Sectional Engineer, george.mwenya@mopani.com.zm, +260969647922
  • Edward Kaoma, Chambishi Copper Smelter, Maintenance Supervisor, +260964291586
  • Clement Chibandika, Mopani Copper Mines, Planner Scheduler, clement.chibandika@mopani.com.zm, +260968369093

Interests

  • Playing and watching football
  • Listening to Documentaries
  • Driving
  • Being with my family during off duties

Timeline

Certificate - Mechanical Engineering

Northern Technical College

School Certificate -

Chamboli Secondary School

Artisan Plant Fitter

Mopani Copper Mines

Plant Fitter

Chambishi Copper Smelter

Control Room Operator ISA WHB

Chambishi Copper Smelter

Workman

Konkola Copper Mines

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