Mechanical Technician

VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit highly motivated and committed individuals for the position of Mechanical Technician to join the HME (Heavy Mobile Equipment) Maintenance Team at Lumwana Mine. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick’s DNA by: Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy Taking Responsibility and being Accountable Committing to Zero Harm Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships Reporting to the Shift Supervisor , you will be responsible for the repair, servicing and maintenance of the mine dewatering pump fleet, including both diesel-driven and electric-powered pumps. The role ensures pit and sump water levels are controlled so that mining operations can continue safely and without interruption. Your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Carry out planned maintenance, inspections, servicing and breakdown repairs on diesel-driven and electric-powered dewatering pumps across the open pit, sumps and water management infrastructure. Strip, inspect, rebuild and assemble pumps, including impellers, casings, wear rings, shafts, bearings, mechanical seals and gland packing, to OEM specifications and tolerances. Service, diagnose and repair pump diesel engines, including fuel, cooling, lubrication, air intake and exhaust systems, turbochargers and engine controllers. Maintain the mechanical components of electric pumps, including submersible pumps, motor-to-pump couplings, alignment and bearing housings, working with electricians on isolation and electrical faults. Carry out shaft alignment, coupling replacement, vibration checks and priming system (vacuum pump and compressor) repairs. Inspect and repair pump skids, trailers, fuel tanks, suction and discharge hoses, pipework, valves, flanges and HDPE pipe conne