Heavy Equipment Duty

Location:

Lusaka, Zambia

Posted:

March 25, 2025

Contact this candidate

Resume:

MACGOVERN CHILUFYA

WORK

EXPERIENCE

General Foreman – Heavy Equipment Repair May 2015 – March 2021

Technician, Opermin Mining Zambia Ltd

Serviced and repaired utility vehicles, including dismantling and reassembling axles and suspensions.

Oversaw maintenance of trucks, vans, and buses while mentoring junior technicians.

Performed engine repairs, differential unit maintenance, and brake system servicing.

Heavy Duty Mechanic Foreman, Reliant Mining & Jun 4, 2021 – May 20, 2023 Construction Ltd

Supervised and mobilized shift labor.

Maintained a safe and clean work environment by adhering to safety regulations.

Conducted emergency repairs, preventive maintenance, and machinery rebuilds.

Trained junior mechanics on equipment such as:

Heavy Duty Mechanic – Maintenance Department (Shovel May 21, 2023 – Present Section), Barrick Lumwana Mining Company Limited

Carried out planned preventive maintenance and hydraulic tune-ups using pressure gauges.

Performed daily inspections, fault diagnosis, and breakdown response. Conducted machine rebuilds and component overhauls. Maintained and repaired equipment, including:

SUMMARY Experienced Heavy Equipment Repairer with extensive expertise in mobile underground, open-cast, and surface mining operations. Proficient in the maintenance, repair, and diagnostics of electrohydraulic equipment such as loaders, dump trucks, and drill rigs. Adept at delivering high-quality results under challenging conditions, fostering safety, and mentoring junior mechanics. Seeking to utilize my skills and experience to contribute to the success of a forward-thinking organization.. ******************@*****.*** +260********* / +260*********-*** Mukuba Natwange, Kitwe, Zambia. Komatsu Excavators: PC8000-6E, PC7000-11, PC4000 - 11, PC3000-6, PC2000-11, PC1250-11R, PC700

Caterpillar Excavators: 345GC, CAT 390D

S7D Simba, DD421i, DD32Ii, TH540, TH545, LH514, LH517i Heavy Equipment Repair Technician, Atlas Copco

Industrial Zambia Limited

Conducted maintenance and attended to breakdowns on drill rigs such as SID and T1D.

Jan 2013 – Mar 2015

Heavy Equipment Repair Technician, Mopani Copper

Mines

Carried out emergency repairs, diagnosed system issues, and replaced faulty parts.

Worked on equipment including Toro 400D, Toro 410, and R1600G. Feb 2012 – Jan 2013

KEY SKILLS

Diagnostic expertise in hydraulic and

pneumatic systems

Ability to read and interpret schematic

diagrams

Leadership and team training capabilities

Strong adaptability and problem-solving

skills

Commitment to safety and precision

English (Fluent)

Bemba (Fluent)

Nyanja (Fluent)

EDUCATION

1999 - 1999

Kabundi Secondary School

Craft Certificate in Agricultural Mechanics 2000 - 2001 Livingstone Trades Training Institute

WORK

EXPERIENCE

Artisan – Shift Supervisor, Moolmans Mining Zambia Aug 2009 – Dec 2011 Limited

Inspected, maintained, and repaired various heavy equipment such as Komatsu graders, bulldozers, dump trucks, and excavators. Grade 12 Certificate

LANGUAGES

ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS

Certificate of Membership, Engineering Institute of Zambia (April 21, 2021). Certificate in Mining First Aid, Zambia Chamber Mines Council of First Aid

(March 1, 2019).

Awarded Best Foreman, Atlas Copco Zambia (July 22, 2009). Certificate of Achievement, Moolmans Group of Companies (September 5, 2009).

Artisan – Atlas Copco Zambia

Conducted advanced diagnostic tests to ensure optimal functionality and performance of equipment.

Supervised and mentored junior mechanics, providing hands-on training and technical support to enhance their skills and knowledge. Collaborated with team members to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and carry out repairs to minimize downtime. Ensured adherence to safety protocols and compliance with company maintenance standards.

Machines Worked With:

Loaders: ST3.5, ST710, ST1010, ST1020, ST1030, ST1520, and ST1530 Haul Trucks: MT2000, MT2010, MT431B, and MT436B

Drill Rigs: 281 and 282

Long Hole Drills: S1L

May 2003 - August 2008

REFERENCES

Mr. Samuel Sikazwe

Supervisor, Reliant Mining &

Construction Ltd

**********@*****.***

+260*********

Mr. Victor Mofu