Heavy Equipment & Automotive Mechanic with 18+ yrs experience

BENWICK CHONGO CHIPILI

Chingola, Zambia • +260*********

Automotive Mechanic Heavy Equipment Mechanic

*************@*****.*** • www.linkedin.com/in/chongo-benwick-4458841b2 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Heavy Equipment Mechanic with over 18 years of progressive experience in underground and surface mining operations across Africa and Europe. Proven expertise in advanced diagnostics, preventive maintenance, component rebuilds, and remanufacturing of multi-brand equipment including Epiroc, Sandvik, Cat, Liebherr, Normet, Hyundai, and Manitou machinery. Demonstrates strong capability in engine, hydraulic, powertrain, and pneumatic systems troubleshooting, ensuring maximum equipment availability and reduced downtime. CORE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Transmission Repair • Fleet Reliability Optimization • Engine Overhaul & Rebuild

• Root Cause Analysis • Advanced Equipment Diagnostics • Powertrain Component Repair

• Electrical Diagnostics • Component Remanufacturing Processes • Hydraulic System Troubleshooting PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

JCHX KINSEY PROJECT UNDER ZINJIN SERBIA 02/2024 – Present Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Machines Working on Include: Loaders LHD 514, Scooptram 1030, Rigs, 282 boomer Epiroc, DT 820 boomer Sandivik, Boltec 235, DD 321 Sandivik, DL 2720 Sandivik, S1D Epiroc, Normet, Mànitou MT X733, Excavator R55W_9A hyundai, Dump trucks, AD 45 Cat, TH 545,540 and 430 Sandivik, Putzmelster SPam 4210. Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Perform Preventive Maintenance: Execute scheduled servicing, inspections, and component replacements on heavy mining equipment to minimize downtime and extend asset lifespan.

• Diagnose Mechanical Faults: Utilize OEM manuals, diagnostic tools, and systematic troubleshooting techniques to identify and rectify hydraulic, engine, transmission, and electrical system failures.

• Conduct Component Rebuilds: Overhaul engines, gearboxes, axles, and hydraulic assemblies, ensuring precision reassembly and compliance with manufacturer specifications.

• Respond to Equipment Breakdowns: Provide rapid on-site technical support, analyze root causes of failures, and implement corrective actions to restore operational efficiency. LIEBHERR 01/2024 – 02/2024

Remanufacturing Technician

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Executed Component Disassembly: Dismantled engines, hydraulic pumps, cylinders, and drivetrain assemblies in accordance with OEM remanufacturing standards and technical specifications.

• Conducted Technical Inspections: Assessed wear patterns, measured tolerances, and evaluated critical components using precision instruments to determine rebuild or replacement requirements.

• Performed Precision Reconditioning: Repaired, machined, and reassembled components to restore original performance standards and ensure compliance with quality benchmarks. MASTER MINE SERVICES KONKOLA COPPER MINE PROJECT 12/2020 – 12/2023 Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Machines Worked on Include: Epiroc St 1030, Mt 436, Boltec, Simba, S1d, S7d and Boomer 281/282. TLB, San Machine and Normet.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Performed Advanced Diagnostics: Conducted engine, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting on Epiroc ST1030, MT436, Boltec, Simba, S1D, S7D, Boomer 281/282, TLB, San machines, and Normet equipment.

• Executed Preventive Maintenance: Completed scheduled servicing, inspections, and component replacements to minimize breakdowns and extend equipment lifespan.

• Repaired Major Components: Overhauled engines, hydraulic pumps, cylinders, and transmission systems to restore optimal machine performance.

JCHX MINING CONSTRUCTION COMPNY 08/2010 – 10/2020

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Performed Equipment Repairs: Repaired and commissioned JCHX and multi-brand heavy equipment in both workshop and field environments, ensuring reliable machine performance.

• Diagnosed System Failures: Troubleshot engine, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults using technical schematics to implement effective corrective maintenance solutions.

• Maintained Service Documentation: Recorded repairs, labor hours, and parts usage while updating maintenance reports and customer databases accurately.

SUMMARY OF OTHER ROLES

• Mechanical Fitter Helper, Chambeshi Metals. 10/2009 – 08/2010

• Heavy Equipment and Light Vehicles Mechanic, Roma Services Center. 01/2008 – 12/2008

• Automotive Mechanic, DM Investments. 01/2007 – 01/2007 ACHIEVEMENTS

• Reduced Equipment Downtime: Improved fleet availability by strengthening preventive maintenance and accelerating fault diagnostics across multi-brand underground and surface equipment.

• Restored Critical Components: Rebuilt engines, hydraulic systems, and drivetrain assemblies to OEM standards, extending equipment lifespan and ensuring reliable performance.

• Improved Fleet Reliability: Delivered advanced troubleshooting and commissioning support on diverse mining machinery, supporting continuous production targets.

• Optimized Maintenance Efficiency: Streamlined repair workflows and enhanced service documentation accuracy, improving turnaround time and overall workshop productivity. EDUCATION

• Craft Certificate in Automotive Mechanics, Ndola Polytechnic College. 01/2007 – 12/2008

• Grade 12 School Certificate, Chiwala Technical High School. 01/2003 – 12/2005 CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSE

• Silicosis, Occupational Health and Safety Institute.

• Member, Engineering Registration Board (ERB).

• Member, Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)

• Driver’s License C, Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA)

• Atras Copco Certificate in Production Training on Boltec 235

• ZAQA-Validated Qualification, Zambia Qualifications Authority

• Passport, Department of National Registration, Passports and Citizenship (DNRPC) TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• OEM Multi-Brand Equipment Specialization: Strengthened technical expertise in Epiroc, Sandvik, Cat, Liebherr, Normet, Hyundai, and Manitou machinery, enhancing advanced diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and component rebuild capabilities.

• Hydraulic & Powertrain Systems Mastery: Advanced knowledge in hydraulic pumps, cylinders, gearboxes, engines, and drivetrain systems through hands-on remanufacturing and field-based overhaul projects.

• Underground Mining Equipment Competency: Developed specialized skills in LHDs, drilling rigs, bolters, boomers, and articulated dump trucks, improving troubleshooting efficiency in high-production mining environments.

• International Mining Safety & Quality Standards: Enhanced compliance with LOTO procedures, risk assessment protocols, OEM quality control standards, and European mining operational requirements while working in Serbia. REFERENCES

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