Vacancy Advertisement: Aircon Technician

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit highly motivated and committed individuals for the position of Aircon Technician to join the versatile Maintenance Team. 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 repairs, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on air-conditioning units and associated systems used in mobile equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, servicing, and repairs on air-conditioning on heavy mobile equipment and light mobile equipment.
• Diagnose faults and carry out corrective maintenance to restore equipment performance.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life.
• Ensure compliance with refrigeration handling, environmental, and mine safety standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and refrigeration gas usage logs in the CMMS.
• Support maintenance teams during breakdowns and respond to urgent air conditioning issues on mobile equipment.
• Install, replace, and commission air-conditioning units and components as required.
• Identify recurring faults and recommend improvements to enhance system reliability.
• Adhere to safe working practices and participate in risk assessments and permit-to-work processes.

Requirements

• Full Grade Twelve School Certificate
• Minimum Craft Certificate in Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning or equivalent
• Valid Permit to handle refrigerant gases will be an added advantage
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working on HME and Light mobile equipment i.e. Light vehicles, light trucks, cranes, tele handlers and TLBs in mining or similar working environment.
• Strong fault-finding, diagnostic, and technical repair skills.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems (SAP, Pronto, etc.) is an advantage.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance.
• Member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia
• Holder of a valid Zambian driver’s license will be an added advantage
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits
• The ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organisation

How to Apply

Applicants who meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs through the Barrick Job Portal.

Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management.

Barrick offers employment opportunities to both qualified women and men.

Women who meet the above qualification are strongly encouraged to apply.

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