Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
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Michael Mutukwa Sakala

Lusaka

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in heavy equipment maintenance, such as blasthole drills, fitting of components, and hydraulic systems at First Quantum Minerals. Demonstrated ability to improve operational efficiency through strong communication and problem-solving skills, and to ensure a reduction in downtime of machines. Certified in system knowledge and troubleshooting, showcasing dedication to safety compliance and high-quality service delivery.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Zambia

First Quantum Minerals
Kalumbila
01.2025 - Current
  • Executed routine checks on blasthole drills, including the Flexiroc D65, DML, MD6640, and PIT VIPER 271 E.
  • Executed 1000HR, 500HR, and 250HR service on blast hole drills to prevent operational failures and ensure reliability.
  • Collaborated with teams to transform a Pit Viper electrical blast hole into an autonomous drill.
  • Collaborated with teams to install a diesel-operated auxiliary power unit on an electrical blast hole drill for the purpose of tramming.
  • Applied proper isolation protocols while conducting maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained effective communication to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Greased critical moving parts to ensure functionality of the equipment.
  • Inspect machinery houses for adherence to safety regulations.
  • Adjusted and rectified crawler and undercarriage components to optimize performance.
  • Process work orders.
  • Component change-out and fitting according to the standard operating procedure.
  • Complete service check sheets for PMs and inspections.
  • Identifying defects and creating work orders.

TRAINING

  • FlexiRoc D65 System knowledge and troubleshooting.

ACHIEVEMENT

  • Certificate in System Knowledge and troubleshooting training.

Zambia

KA YANG ENTERPRISE
Lusaka
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Initiated and led business activities to drive growth and establish market presence.
  • Identified and pursued new business opportunities to enhance revenue streams.
  • Managed logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of stock feed and services.
  • Oversaw purchasing and supply processes for livestock feed and truck tires.
  • Directed financial management activities, including budgeting and forecasting.
  • Cultivated strong client relationships to boost revenue and customer satisfaction.
  • Provided transport and logistics services to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Offered expert real estate agent services to meet diverse client needs.

<ul> <li>Serviced Volvo trucks through diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair procedures.</li> <li>Performed routine maintenance, including battery checks and oil changes, to ensure optimal performance.</li> <li>Inspected brake systems, wheels, and steering mechanisms for safe operational conditions.</li> <li>Utilized tools such as pressure gauges and pneumatic wrenches while adhering to safety protocols.</li> <li>Diagnosed equipment malfunctions through testing with motor analyzers and handheld computers.</li> <li>Replaced parts, valves, bearings, and gears as necessary; repaired cooling and heating systems.</li> <li>Verified parts conformance to factory specifications by inspecting clearances and dimensions.</li> </ul>

Time Trucking
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Serviced Volvo trucks through diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair procedures.
  • Performed routine maintenance, including battery checks and oil changes, to ensure optimal performance.
  • Inspected brake systems, wheels, and steering mechanisms for safe operational conditions.
  • Utilized tools such as pressure gauges and pneumatic wrenches while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions through testing with motor analyzers and handheld computers.
  • Replaced parts, valves, bearings, and gears as necessary; repaired cooling and heating systems.
  • Verified parts conformance to factory specifications by inspecting clearances and dimensions.

<ul> <li>Executed diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair of MAN DIESEL trucks.</li> <li>Performed routine maintenance, including battery checks and oil changes, to ensure optimal vehicle performance.</li> <li>Installed new tires on trucks to enhance safety and mobility.</li> <li>Conducted inspections of brake systems, wheel bearings, and steering mechanisms for operational effectiveness.</li> <li>Utilized various tools and equipment, adhering to safety protocols during all repairs.</li> <li>Diagnosed equipment malfunctions through inspection and testing with motor analyzers and handheld computers.</li> <li>Replaced defective parts, including valves and bearings, while repairing cooling and heating systems.</li> </ul>

MAN DIESEL (CLA COMMERCIAL VEHICLES LIMITED)
01.2019 - 04.2019
  • Executed diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair of MAN DIESEL trucks.
  • Performed routine maintenance, including battery checks and oil changes, to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
  • Installed new tires on trucks to enhance safety and mobility.
  • Conducted inspections of brake systems, wheel bearings, and steering mechanisms for operational effectiveness.
  • Utilized various tools and equipment, adhering to safety protocols during all repairs.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions through inspection and testing with motor analyzers and handheld computers.
  • Replaced defective parts, including valves and bearings, while repairing cooling and heating systems.

<ul> <li>Maintained and repaired Army trucks and earthmoving equipment, including excavators and bulldozers.</li> <li>Replaced track chains, ensuring proper tension and alignment.</li> <li>Diagnosed problems quickly to expedite repairs and minimize downtime.</li> <li>Inspected brakes for wear, replacing pads or shoes as necessary.</li> <li>Executed routine maintenance, including cleaning and lubricating machinery.</li> <li>Used hand tools and power tools to repair or replace defective parts.</li> <li>Tested repaired equipment and made necessary adjustments.</li> <li>Consulted manuals and blueprints to guide maintenance procedures.</li> </ul>

Zambia National Service
07.2017 - 10.2017
  • Maintained and repaired Army trucks and earthmoving equipment, including excavators and bulldozers.
  • Replaced track chains, ensuring proper tension and alignment.
  • Diagnosed problems quickly to expedite repairs and minimize downtime.
  • Inspected brakes for wear, replacing pads or shoes as necessary.
  • Executed routine maintenance, including cleaning and lubricating machinery.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to repair or replace defective parts.
  • Tested repaired equipment and made necessary adjustments.
  • Consulted manuals and blueprints to guide maintenance procedures.

<ul> <li>Diagnosed mechanical and electrical issues with precision and efficiency.</li> <li>Inspected vehicle engines, computer systems, and electronic components thoroughly.</li> <li>Conducted routine maintenance, including fluid replacement and lubrication of parts.</li> <li>Scheduled future maintenance sessions to ensure optimal vehicle performance.</li> <li>Advised motorists on best practices for vehicle use and maintenance.</li> <li>Developed strong client relationships to enhance service engagement.</li> <li>Promoted products and services effectively to meet customer needs.</li> <li>Maintained equipment and tools in excellent working condition.</li> </ul>

Baldy’s Mechanical Services
02.2015 - 05.2015
  • Diagnosed mechanical and electrical issues with precision and efficiency.
  • Inspected vehicle engines, computer systems, and electronic components thoroughly.
  • Conducted routine maintenance, including fluid replacement and lubrication of parts.
  • Scheduled future maintenance sessions to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
  • Advised motorists on best practices for vehicle use and maintenance.
  • Developed strong client relationships to enhance service engagement.
  • Promoted products and services effectively to meet customer needs.
  • Maintained equipment and tools in excellent working condition.

Education

Diploma - Heavy Equipment Repair

Ndola
Ndola
12.2021

Advanced Certificate - Heavy Equipment Repair

Ndola,zambia
Ndola,zambia
12.2018

Craft Certificate - Automotive Mechanics

Lusaka, Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
12.2014

O’Levels Certificate - O Levels, IGCSE

Lusaka, Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
06.2012

Secondary Certificate -

Lusaka, Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
12.2008

Primary School -

Lusaka, Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
12.2005

Skills

  • Strong communication
  • English fluency
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Problem solving
  • Safety compliance
  • Strong communication
  • English fluency
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Problem solving
  • Safety compliance

References

  • Ernest Mwaba, lecturer, Northern Technical College, AUTO/H.E.R. Department, Ndola, Zambia
  • Richard Patson, Chief Executive Officer of Baldy’s Mechanical Services in Lusaka, Zambia
  • Banda, Major, Zambia National Services, Lusaka, Zambia
  • Nyangu, Chembe, Human Resource Manager, Time Trucking, Lusaka, Zambia
  • Felix Bwaya, Administration Manager, CLA Commercial Vehicles Limited, Lusaka, Zambia
  • Cindy Mwiinga, Human Resource Manager, First Quantum Minerals Ltd, Mwinilunga Road, Kalumbila, Zambia

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Productive worker
  • Solid work ethic
  • Exert optimal effort to ensure all tasks given to me are completed effectively, efficiently and to the highest standard
  • Takes initiative, and good team spirit.
  • A Quick learner and result oriented
  • Able to work under pressure.
  • Able to Adapt to different work environments.
  • Able to follow instructions.
  • Able to analyse and create solutions to problems.
  • Willing and able to work with a team.
  • Self-motivated and organized.
  • Highly observant.
  • Has a desire to gain professional experience and is incredibly eager to learn.

Timeline

Zambia

First Quantum Minerals
01.2025 - Current

Zambia

KA YANG ENTERPRISE
01.2022 - 07.2023

<ul> <li>Serviced Volvo trucks through diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair procedures.</li> <li>Performed routine maintenance, including battery checks and oil changes, to ensure optimal performance.</li> <li>Inspected brake systems, wheels, and steering mechanisms for safe operational conditions.</li> <li>Utilized tools such as pressure gauges and pneumatic wrenches while adhering to safety protocols.</li> <li>Diagnosed equipment malfunctions through testing with motor analyzers and handheld computers.</li> <li>Replaced parts, valves, bearings, and gears as necessary; repaired cooling and heating systems.</li> <li>Verified parts conformance to factory specifications by inspecting clearances and dimensions.</li> </ul>

Time Trucking
05.2019 - 07.2019

<ul> <li>Executed diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair of MAN DIESEL trucks.</li> <li>Performed routine maintenance, including battery checks and oil changes, to ensure optimal vehicle performance.</li> <li>Installed new tires on trucks to enhance safety and mobility.</li> <li>Conducted inspections of brake systems, wheel bearings, and steering mechanisms for operational effectiveness.</li> <li>Utilized various tools and equipment, adhering to safety protocols during all repairs.</li> <li>Diagnosed equipment malfunctions through inspection and testing with motor analyzers and handheld computers.</li> <li>Replaced defective parts, including valves and bearings, while repairing cooling and heating systems.</li> </ul>

MAN DIESEL (CLA COMMERCIAL VEHICLES LIMITED)
01.2019 - 04.2019

<ul> <li>Maintained and repaired Army trucks and earthmoving equipment, including excavators and bulldozers.</li> <li>Replaced track chains, ensuring proper tension and alignment.</li> <li>Diagnosed problems quickly to expedite repairs and minimize downtime.</li> <li>Inspected brakes for wear, replacing pads or shoes as necessary.</li> <li>Executed routine maintenance, including cleaning and lubricating machinery.</li> <li>Used hand tools and power tools to repair or replace defective parts.</li> <li>Tested repaired equipment and made necessary adjustments.</li> <li>Consulted manuals and blueprints to guide maintenance procedures.</li> </ul>

Zambia National Service
07.2017 - 10.2017

<ul> <li>Diagnosed mechanical and electrical issues with precision and efficiency.</li> <li>Inspected vehicle engines, computer systems, and electronic components thoroughly.</li> <li>Conducted routine maintenance, including fluid replacement and lubrication of parts.</li> <li>Scheduled future maintenance sessions to ensure optimal vehicle performance.</li> <li>Advised motorists on best practices for vehicle use and maintenance.</li> <li>Developed strong client relationships to enhance service engagement.</li> <li>Promoted products and services effectively to meet customer needs.</li> <li>Maintained equipment and tools in excellent working condition.</li> </ul>

Baldy’s Mechanical Services
02.2015 - 05.2015

Diploma - Heavy Equipment Repair

Ndola

Advanced Certificate - Heavy Equipment Repair

Ndola,zambia

Craft Certificate - Automotive Mechanics

Lusaka, Zambia

O’Levels Certificate - O Levels, IGCSE

Lusaka, Zambia

Secondary Certificate -

Lusaka, Zambia

Primary School -

Lusaka, Zambia
Michael Mutukwa Sakala