Heavy Equipment Maintenance

Akufuna Siyunda

Kalumbila, Zambia +260-***-***-*** / +260-***-***-***

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Professional Summary

Mining Maintenance Specialist with a decade plus years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance, team leadership, and operational planning. Holder of a BSc in Business Management, combining technical expertise with strong leadership, resource allocation, and strategic planning skills. Proven record in improving reliability, reducing costs, and ensuring safety compliance in large-scale mining operations.

Core Competencies

Maintenance Planning & Execution.

Leadership & Staff Development.

Cost Control & Resource Allocation.

Safety & Risk Management.

Fleet Lifecycle Management.

Process Optimization.

Professional Experience

Field Maintenance Line Manager Kalumbila Minerals Ltd (FQM), Zambia 2020 – Present.

Lead daily heavy equipment maintenance operations, ensuring safety and reliability.

Optimize resource allocation, budgets, and preventive maintenance schedules.

Supervise and develop a large workforce, improving performance and reducing downtime.

Serve as a link between operations and maintenance teams, providing feedback that supports preventive maintenance planning.

Support the company’s sustainability and cost-control goals by optimizing repair processes and resource usage

HER Technician Kalumbila Minerals Ltd (FQM), Zambia 2017 – 2020.

Conduct routine inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy equipment.

Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical system faults

Work within allocated budgets for maintenance and repairs.

Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and fellow technicians to resolve complex issues.

Mentor apprentices or junior technicians in technical and safety practices.

Shift Supervisor E&SK Technologies – Barrick Lumwana Mine, Zambia 2016 – 2017.

Directed teams in major equipment repairs with strict safety compliance.

Improved workforce efficiency through effective task delegation and time management.

Identify spare parts requirements and request procurement in time

Report unsafe conditions and participate in safety audits or toolbox talks.

Lead Diesel Mechanic Berimu Zambia Ltd- Barrick Lumwana Mine, Zambia 2013 – 2014

Conducted diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs on mining equipment.

Act as a frontline technical expert ensuring mining and construction equipment operates reliably and safely.

Ensure all repairs meet OEM standards and company safety protocols.

Student Field Mechanic Sandvik Mining & Construction Zambia, Zambia 2012 – 2013

Assisted in equipment diagnostics and maintenance Product support.

Use specialized tools, diagnostic software, and technical manuals to identify issues.

Participate in continuous training to stay updated with new equipment and technologies.

Education & Certifications

BSc, Business Management – University of Zambia.

Diploma, Project Management -Alison

Advanced Certificate, Heavy Equipment Repair- Northern Technical College.

Registered Technician Certificate – ERB Zambia.

Caterpillar Technician Certificates (Trade, Levels 1 & 2, Technicians for Africa).

Advanced Electro-Hydraulics – Sandvik.

Mining First Aid – Chamber of Mines

Languages.

English (Fluent).

Lozi (Native).

Bemba (local).

Reference:

Name: Mr Timothy Kapalu. Name: Hanamulonga Mainga

Title: Field Maintenance Supervisor. Title: Coordinator.

Section: (Excavators, Shovel and Drills). Section: (Excavators, Shovel and Drills)

Mobile: +260*********. Mobile: +260*********

Email: *******.******@****.*** Email: ***********.******@****.***

Company: FQM Trident Mine. Company: FQM Trident Mine

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