STEPHEN SICHONE
Solwezi,Zambia
Summary
Skilled and results-oriented Automotive and Heavy Equipment Mechanic with more than 8 years of hands-on experience in maintenance, servicing, and repair of heavy-duty equipment, drilling rigs, compressors, and light vehicles. Experienced in fault diagnosis (both mechanical and electrical), hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and preventive maintenance. Adept at working independently or in a team environment to ensure minimal equipment downtime and maximum productivity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
TITAN DRILLING COMPANY
01.2020 - Current
- Machines Working On Include: Ingersoll Rand XHP 1170, Doosan Portable PA 1200 cfs, PA1200, LF-90 drill rigs, Christensen CS14 core drills (Cummins engines), TD -900D core drill, Thor rc rigs, and Liebherr L566 XPower loaders, shantui L39-B3 wheel loaders, Massey Ferguson 2635 tractors, and SAMIL 100/50/20 trucks with Deutz and Mercedes engines.
- Equipment Maintenance & Overhaul: Executing comprehensive preventive and corrective maintenance on heavy-duty air compressors (Ingersoll Rand XHP 1170, Doosan Portable PA 1200 cfs, PA1200), ensuring optimal equipment uptime, reduced failure rates, and compliance with OEM service standards.
- Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Utilizing advanced diagnostic tools to identify and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults on drilling rigs, compressors, and light vehicles, improving reliability and minimizing operational downtime.
- Engine & Powertrain Servicing: Overhauling and reassembling diesel and petrol engines (Toyota HZ, 1KD, 2KD, VD, GD6, 2L, 5L) with precision techniques, enhancing powertrain efficiency, extending engine lifespan, and optimizing fuel performance.
- Field Operations & Breakdown Response: Attending to equipment breakdowns and implementing scheduled preventive maintenance programs on power-drill trucks ensuring continuous field operations and reduced unplanned downtime.
- Heavy Machinery Restoration: Conducting full overhauls and system restorations on wheel loaders (Liebherr L566 XPower, Shantui L39-B3) and trucks (SAMIL 100, SAMIL 50/20 with Deutz and Mercedes engines), achieving high-performance standards and extending equipment service cycles.
- KANSANSHI MINE PLC
Workshop Foreman
LESA N LESA ENTERPRISES PLC
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Machines Working On Include: diesel and petrol engines (Toyota, Nissan, Isuzu, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo).
- Workshop Operations Management: Overseeing daily workshop activities and coordinating technical teams to ensure efficient job allocation, workflow optimization, and adherence to safety and quality standards, thereby maximizing productivity and reducing equipment downtime.
- Technical Supervision & Team Leadership: Guiding mechanics and technicians through complex repair tasks, monitoring performance, and enforcing standard repair procedures to achieve consistent service excellence and meet operational deadlines.
- Maintenance & Repair Execution: Attending to vehicle breakdowns and conducting preventive maintenance on trucks and light vehicles, ensuring operational readiness, reliability, and minimized unscheduled stoppages across the fleet.
- Engine Assembly & Overhaul: Assembling and reconditioning diesel and petrol engines (Toyota, Nissan, Isuzu, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo), applying precision techniques to enhance engine efficiency, extend service life, and maintain OEM performance standards.
Mechanic Attachment
SHALOM ENGINEERS LIMITED
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Engine Overhaul & Assembly: Assembled and disassembled diverse diesel and petrol engines with precision, ensuring correct alignment, torque calibration, and adherence to OEM standards to achieve optimal engine performance and extended service life.
- Machining & Reconditioning: Performed engine reboring and crankshaft regrinding using precision machining tools, restoring critical components to factory specifications and improving overall engine efficiency and reliability.
- Component Inspection & Measurement: Inspected engine parts for wear, scoring, and dimensional deviations, utilized micrometers and dial gauges to verify tolerances, and ensured quality control compliance during reassembly.
- Workshop Operations & Tool Handling: Operated lathes, grinders, and honing machines in the workshop environment, maintained safe work practices, and optimized tool usage to enhance accuracy and reduce material waste.
- Technical Learning & Support: Assisted senior mechanics in advanced repair procedures, applied theoretical knowledge to practical engine maintenance tasks, and developed hands-on experience in engine diagnostics and reconditioning processes.
Education
Certificate - Information & Communication Technology
Lukashya Trades Training Institute
Craft Certificate - Automotive Mechanics
Lukashya Trades Training Institute
Grade 12 School Certificate -
Isoka High School
Skills
- Equipment Troubleshooting & Repair
- Safety Compliance
- Field Operations
- Mechanical and Electrical Fault Diagnosis
- Documentations and Reporting
- Diesel & Petrol Engine Overhauls
- Pneumatic, Hydraulic & Suspension Systems
- Communications and Collaborations
- Computer-Aided Diagnostic Tools
Accomplishments
- Reduced equipment downtime by 30% through the implementation of data-driven preventive maintenance schedules.
- Rebuilt and reconditioned over 120 diesel and petrol engines to OEM standards, achieving a 25% increase in engine efficiency.
- Streamlined workshop operations and job allocation processes, cutting turnaround time by 20%.
- Implemented component reconditioning and parts reuse strategies that lowered maintenance costs by 18% annually.
- Led rapid response teams that resolved field breakdowns 40% faster.
- Achieved zero lost-time incidents during a three-year period.
Personal Information
Title: Automotive and Heavy Equipment Mechanic
References
- Mr. Benson Mulupande, Director, God's Favour Enterprises, Solwezi, Zambia, +260 967 299 048
- Lt. Whiteson Nglambi, Headteacher, Isoka Boys High School, P.O. Box 40070, Isoka, Zambia
- Mr. Kelly Muwenda, Manager, Lesa N Lesa Enterprises PLC, Solwezi, Zambia, +260967342246
- Mr. Dube, Workshop Foreman, Titan Drilling Company (Kansanshi Mine PLC), Solwezi, Zambia, +260 963 417 164
Training And Professional Development
- Completed intensive training focused on predictive and preventive maintenance planning.
- Gained hands-on expertise in hydraulic circuit troubleshooting.
- Strengthened practical knowledge in engine reconditioning and diagnostics.
Certifications And License
- Member, Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
- Silicosis, Occupational Health and Safety Institute
- Driver's License Class C, Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA)
- Passport, Department of National Registration, Passports and Citizenship (DNRPC)
Languages
English
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Mechanic
TITAN DRILLING COMPANY
01.2020 - Current
Workshop Foreman
LESA N LESA ENTERPRISES PLC
01.2017 - 01.2020
Mechanic Attachment
SHALOM ENGINEERS LIMITED
01.2015 - 12.2016
Certificate - Information & Communication Technology
Lukashya Trades Training Institute
Craft Certificate - Automotive Mechanics
Lukashya Trades Training Institute
Grade 12 School Certificate -
Isoka High School