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BERNARD PHIRI

ad3ji2@r.postjobfree.com 260********* 10101, Solwezi Zambia

Highly-motivated Millwright/Mechanical Fitter with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Safety Procedures

Communication

Positive Attitude

Time Management

Computer Applications

Creative Problem-Solving

Preventive Maintenance

Safe Handling of Machinery And Hand tools

Precise Measurements

Parts Identification And Assembly

Heavy Lifting

Basic Welding

Kansanshi Mining PLC Solwezi, Zambia

Artisan Mechanical Fitter

09/2019 - Current

Maintains safety, health and environmental requirements and associated regulations.

Recorded job details and work completed in work orders Assembles machinery and mechanical equipment using hand tools and power tools

Interpretes engineering sketches and drawings.

Maintained plant health, safety and environmental requirements and associated regulations.

Validated mechanical systems, solved problems identified, and assisted in equipment startups.

Observed equipment upon project completion to ensure proper fit and assembly.

Checks performance of machinery and equipment using testing and measuring instruments.

Installs and Maintains mechanical components such as pumps, valves, fans, blowers, hydraulic power packs, cylinders, gearboxes, heat exchangers.

Maintains updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced trainings.

Ensures that house keeping is down during and after work is completed. CNMC Luanshya Copper Mines

Luanshya, Zambia

Shift Mechanical Fitter

02/2017 - 08/2019

Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during and after work. Prioritized, organized tasks and provided sit maintenance/repair to machinery in line with production.

Installed and maintained mechanical components such as pumps, valves, compressors, crushers, conveyors, vibrating screens, ball mills, concentrate press filter larox machine, dust catchers, motors and gearboxes. Carried out routine maintenance activities on production lines including Summary

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lubrication, cleaning and replacement of broken parts. Provided training sessions on safe operation procedures to operators when required.

Tested assembled equipment to ensure proper functioning. Adjusted machine feed and speed to resolve malfunctions. Maintained records of all repairs performed on machinery for future reference purposes.

Chambishi Copper Smelter Chambishi,

Zambia

Mechanical Fitter

03/2015 - 01/2017

Made sure that safety rules were followed.

Installed and maintained mechanical components such as conveyors, feeders, fans, blowers, dust catchers,pumps, valves, compressors, crushers, screens, overhead cranes, motors and gearboxes.

Checked performance of machinery using testing and measuring tools, instruments to ensure proper functioning.

Provided training sessions on safe operation procedures to operators when required.

Disassembled defective equipment for troubleshooting purposes before carrying out repair works.

Tested equipment after installation to check for issues and correct. Carried out routine maintenance activities on production equipment including lubrication, cleaning and replacement of broken parts. Made sure that mechanical parts were properly fit and assembled while observing tight project deadlines.

Recorded job details and work completed in work orders. Repaired worn or damaged parts using hand tools and power tools in accordance with company standards.

Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance of production equipment.

Inspected machinery for wear and tear to diagnose faults. Maintained open communication with team members and supervisor on job related issues resulting in successful outcome. Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Planned and completed shut down jobs and working smoothly with others. LIMECO RESOURCES LIMITED

COMPANY Lusaka, Zambia

Mechanical Fitter

04/2014 - 06/2014

Maintained safety and health rules set by the company. Installed, maintained and repaired crushers, conveyors, screens, feeders pumps, bearings, coupling, motors and gearboxes.

Carried out routine maintenance activities on production machinery and equipment such as lubrication, cleaning and replacement of broken parts. Planned and completed group projects, as well as working safely with others.

Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Prioritized and organized tasks to be completed first. Maintained open communication with team members and supervisor resulting in successful project outcomes.

Adjusted functional parts of mechanical devices according to specifications.

Replaced faulty components with new ones in accordance with company standards.

Informed supervisor about hazards, incidents and defects immediately for management and resolution.

Inspected machinery for wear and tear to diagnose faults. Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance of production equipment.

Repaired worn or damaged parts using hand tools and power tools Provided onsite maintenance and repairs

Marked mechanical equipment before dismantling to match pieces and documented on drawings.

Followed company safety procedures in regards to operation of heavy machinery and equipment to prevent accidents.

Recorded job details and work completed in work orders. Made sure that mechanical parts were properly fit and assembled while observing tight project deadlines.

Adjusted machine feed and speed to resolve malfunctions. LAFARGE CEMENT PLANT COMPANY

Lusaka, Zambia

Mechanical Fitter

01/2013 - 06/2013

Followed company's instructions in on safety and health. Repaired and maintained crushers, conveyors, dust catchers, blowers, floor pumps, screens and feeders.

Validated mechanical systems, solved problems identified and assisted in equipment startups.

Checked performance using testing and measuring instruments. Tested assembled equipment to ensure proper functioning. Provided training sessions on safe operation procedures to operators when required.

Maintained records of all repairs performed on machinery for future reference purposes.

Disassembled defective equipment for troubleshooting purposes before carrying out repair works.

Tested equipment after installation to check for issues and correct. Carried out routine maintenance activities on production machines including lubrication, cleaning and replacement of broken parts. Recorded job details and work completed in work orders. Repaired worn or damaged parts using hand tools and power tools. Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced trainings.

Installed and maintained conveyor system.

CNMC LUANSHYA COPPER MINES PLC

Luanshya, Zambia

Assistant Mechanical Fitter

12/2011 - 05/2012

Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during work and after activities.

Informed supervisor about hazards, incidents and defects immediately for management and resolution.

Followed company safety procedures in regards to operation of heavy machinery and hand tools to prevent accidents.

Repaired installed and maintained Centrifugal Pumps, belt conveyors, valves, agitators, cyclones, crushers, dusty catchers, static mixers, screens, concentrate filters motors and gearboxes.

Dismantled and assembled pumps after repairs.

Joined conveyor belt using mechanical fasteners, aligned and tensioned. Marked mechanical equipment before dismantling to match pieces and documented on drawings.

Provided onsite maintenance and repairs.

Recorded job details and work completed in work orders. Tested equipment after installation to check for issues and correct. Made sure that mechanical parts were properly fit and assembled while observing deadlines.

Repaired worn or damaged parts using hand tools such as spanners, wrenches and screwdrivers.

Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training..

Luanshya Craft Training School Luanshya, Copperbelt, Zambia Some College (No Degree) in Mechanical Plant Fitting 12/2011

Luanshya Skills Training Centre Luanshya, Copperbelt, Zambia Some College (No Degree) in Computer Applications

07/2009

Luanshya Boys High School Luanshya, Copperbelt, Zambia Grade 12 School Certificate in General Education Certificate 12/2008

Mr. Romeo Chisowa

Kansanshi Mining Plc

Senior Mechanical Coordinator

Acid Plant

Call: 076*******

Mr. Benjamin Kasansa

Kansanshi Mining Plc Senior

Artisan Mechanical Fitter

Acid Plant

Cell: 096*******

Mr. Kaoma Mwape

CNMC Luanshya Copper Mines Plc Foreman Mechanical Fitter Concentrator Cell: 096******* English

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Chewa

English: C1

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