Francis bobo
South Guildford
Summary
Experienced heavy duty mechanic with a strong background at Mopani Copper Mines, excelling in troubleshooting and diagnostics. Proven ability to uphold safety standards and enhance operational efficiency. Expertise in machine rebuilds and documentation, fostering teamwork and ongoing development among colleagues.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Underground Fitter
Blue Tongue
South Guildford
09.2024 - Current
- Identified and resolved technical issues in systems
- Performed repairs on malfunctioning components
- Replaced faulty components in machinery to restore operational efficiency.
- Performed preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment functionality.
- Performed maintenance services on equipment
- Adhering to safety standards
- Maintained good housekeeping to promote a safe and organized work environment.
MECHANIC FOREMAN
JCHX MINING
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Resolved hydraulic issues by diagnosing and repairing system malfunctions.
- Managed field service calls to promptly restore equipment functionality during breakdowns.
- Conducted daily inspections to verify safe and efficient equipment operation.
- Diagnosed machine issues by analyzing symptoms and performing tests.
- Identified faults in machinery through systematic troubleshooting procedures.
- Replaced faulty components to restore equipment performance.
- Reconstructed machinery by disassembling and reassembling key components.
- Equipment inspection and preventive maintenance
- Mentoring new employees and Apprentices.
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Mopani Copper Mines
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Troubleshooting and diagnostics:Identify and diagnose mechanical faults on heavy Machines by utilising diagnostic tools to analyse issues and implement effective repair solutions.
- Perform detailed machine diagnosis to identify mechanical problems.
- Resolve hydraulic issues by analyzing system performance and implementing solutions.
- Execute complete machine rebuilds to restore functionality and performance.
- Equipment maintenance and repairs:Conduct routine inspection and preventive maintenance on heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Conduct daily equipment checks to ensure proper operation and safety compliance.
- Conduct thorough equipment inspections to identify and address potential issues, enhancing equipment reliability.
- Maintained detailed records of inspection, repair, and maintenance activities while addressing breakdowns in workshop and field, ensuring compliance and operational continuity.
Heavy Duty Mechanic Leading hand
ADVANCED MINING SERVICES
01.2021
- Resolved equipment breakdowns in workshop and field, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Diagnosis and fault finding by using SIS and ET.
- Component change out by replacing with the new ones.
- Daily check-ups before machine goes in the field.
- Machine Pressure settings as per manufacturer's specification.
- Maintaining accurate records on activities performed on repairs,maintenance and Component change out. Attending to breakdowns in both workshop and fields.
- Organized and prioritized backlog tasks to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Red Seal
Northen Technical College
Zambia,ndola01-2008
Grade 12 -
Unza Adult APU
zambia,lusaka01-2004
Skills
- Maintenance and repair
- Troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Safety and Compliance
- Machine Manuals
- Documentation
- Technical drawing
- Continuous Learning
- Communication and collaboration
Certification
- Certified Heavy Equipment Repair Technician,Engineering institute of Zambia.
- Passport
- Posi stop,Sandvik certificate for the braking system.
- Drivers Licence C1.
- Australian manual driving licence
- Australian working at height
- High risk work
- Forklift licence
Project
Optimised Equipment Reliability, Successfully contributed to the rebuild of SANDVIK LH 545i machines,ensuring full, functionality and improving operational efficiency by 30%., Enhanced trouble shooting efficiency:Assisted in diagnosing and resolving mechanical,hydraulic and electrical faults leading to a 25% reduction in equipment down time., Accelerated Technical Development:Gained hands on experience with Sandvik TH 545i,TH 540,LH 517 and LH 514machines,advancing technical skills and earning recognition for proactive and team contribution.
Development
- PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- MACHINES WORKED ON.
- UNDERGROUND.
- OPEN PIT
- TH 545i SANDVIK.
- TH 540 SANDVIK.
- LH 517 SANDVIK.
- 514 SANDVIK.
- DOZER D9R CATAPILAR
- NORMET UV 100
- 785C CATAPILAR
- 777F CATAPILAR
- 9350 DIGGER,LIBHERR
- LH 9250 DIGGRR,LIBHERR
- MD 6640 DRILL,CATAPILAR
- NORMET UV 80
- 410.
Timeline
Underground Fitter
Blue Tongue
09.2024 - Current
Heavy Duty Mechanic Leading hand
ADVANCED MINING SERVICES
01.2021
MECHANIC FOREMAN
JCHX MINING
01.2013 - 01.2021
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Mopani Copper Mines
01.2009 - 01.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Red Seal
Northen Technical College
Grade 12 -
Unza Adult APU