Presto Bungwa
Chingola ,Zambia
Summary
I come with a vast experience at lots of portfolios regarding Epiroc equipment accrued over my 16 year experience of industrial practice with a solid commitment to Atlas Copco and Epiroc respectively.
Iam poised to offer challenging skills on RCS, Hydraulics, Mechanical and Electrical regarding my exposure and experience.
Analytical troubleshooting, mentorship, commitment and innovation. Further assist in everyway to identify better business potential and exhibiting quality standard execution to build customer confidence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Support Specialist-Expatriate
Rockbridge overseas/Yazbeck and sons.
Freetown , Sierraleone
04.2023 - Current
- Provide coaching and training for local maintenance personnel.
- Trouble shooting and preventive maintenance
- Standard compliance and material handling.
- Routine maintenance planning and services
Technical Specialist,Underground Equipment-Expatri
Bea Mountain mining cooperation LTD.
Roberts Spot.
04.2021 - Current
- Responsible for electrical fault troubleshooting and root cause analysis of electrical, hydraulic and RCS breakdowns.
- Participated in the maintenance and attended to faults on The Titan concrete mixers, Titan short Crete, Titan Chargemec and Titan service platforms.
- Also attended to neumatic failures and planned maintenance according to schedule.
- Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues for electrical, hydraulics and RCS. Epiroc loaders, trucks and drill rigs ( St-1030 reloaded, MT 436B, Simba S7D and Boomer 282.
- Executed and implemented solutions on time and within budget constraints by ensuring reduced mean time to repair (MTTR).
- Crafted diagrams and flowcharts outlining logical operational steps.
- Updated and maintained technical specifications, notifying project engineer of changes.
Site Supervisor, Munali Nickel Mine
Epiroc Zambia LTD
Chingola
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Tracked material usage and contractor hours to align projects with budgets.
- Organized and participated in daily on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
- Prevented intrusion, criminal activity, vandalism and injuries to workers with proactive oversight of location safety and security.
- Coordinated budget, tracked expenses and documented progress and variations from plans.
- Mitigated project downtime by effectively managing, scheduling and dispatching technicians for on-site repairs.
- Led safety training and daily meetings to update teams and reduce hazards.
- Reported to Project manager with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Conducted coaching for technicians and foremen on Electrics, RCS and Hydraulics. Also orientation and training on the maintenance of MT42, MT54,ST-14 and Boomer 282.
Site Supervisor, Chambishi Copper Mine NFCA
Epiroc Zambia LTD
Chingola
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Establishing a new full service contract with Boomer M2C, ST-14, Cabletec LC, Boltec and Boomer 282.
- Mitigated project downtime by effectively managing, scheduling and dispatching technicians for on-site repairs.
- Reported to Epiroc Service Manager with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling and usage of equipment and materials. by both technicians and Customer equipment operators.
- Managed all tools including mobility utilities (cars) with maintenance, acceptable usage and care.
Maintenance Foreman-General
Atlas Copco Zambia
Chingola
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Maintenance general foreman at Baluba copper mine site, Luanshya. Responsible for ensuring consistent maintenance compliance of Epiroc equipment. i.e. Boomer T1D, Boomer S1D, ST 3.5 and MT2010
- Timely reporting and ensuring of maintenance cost effective measures and repairs.
- Analytical trouble shooting and coaching on Electrical Pneumatics and Hydraulics for technicians as required
Field Service Technician
Atlas Copco Zambia
Chingola
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Routine visitations to existing key customer for technical support and consultations
- Attended to crucial breakdowns upon request by customers
- Delivered outstanding customer service on field visits to meet corporate guidelines.
- Observed field safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Performed annual and preventive system service maintenance.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical,RCS and electrical issues according to industry standards.
- Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
- Analyzed equipment data to isolate and diagnose faults.
- Collaborated with team members to assess equipment performance needs.
- Submitted reports to field service supervisor following field visits.
- Traveled to designated area on short notice to support customers by working weekends and overtime.
Workshop Technician
Atlas Copco
Chingola
04.2010 - 12.2011
- Participated in the rebuilding of machines upon half life. Inclusive of Epiroc drill rigs both underground and surface, loader, trucks, exploration e.t.c
- Maintained basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems to troubleshoot and correct various problems.
- Unloaded and stocked incoming shipments of parts and tools to support efficient shop operations.
- Documented shop activities against checklists and supporting documentation for work decisions.
- Fabricated parts for installation or repair work using tools and shop machinery.
- Followed instructions regarding duties and assignments for facility and machinery maintenance.
- Completed assignments on-time and under budget.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
Plant Maintenance Technician
Lafarge Cement
Ndola
02.2009 - 12.2010
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Completed assignments on-time and under budget.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
Underground Electrical Technician. Mobile Equpment
Atlas Copco Zambia
Chingola
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Engaged in troubleshooting of machinery malfunctions through use of testing instruments and observation of defective equipment, listening and visually analyzing for sources of problems.
- Completed regular upkeep work on machinery ( MT436B, MT2010, Boomer 281, Simba H1254, ST-2D, ST-2G, ST-710 and ST1020) to maintain continued operation and operator safety.
- Facilitated optimal efficiency in machinery with thorough cleaning, lubricating, equipment safety none conformities and adjustment of components.
- Read and interpreted technical documents blueprints to disassemble and reassemble equipment for repairs and component replacements.
- Analyzed machine error messages and diagnostic test results to identify faults.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face.
- Reported to the shift foreman on daily basis at end of shift.
Education
Craft Certificate - Electricity
Kabwe Trades Training Institute (KTTI)
Kabwe,Zambia12.2005
Skills
- Technical and Product support background
- Trained at Electrical, Hydraulics,Mechanical, Pneumatics and RCS
- Epiroc service level one and two at PC in Örebro, sweden
- Product training, Power roc T40, Boomer M2C, Cabletec LC, ST-14, ST-7ST-1030, ST-2G ST1030-Reloaded, Simba S7D, Boomer 282, MT-54, MT-42, Boomer S1D, Boomer M2D and Boomer 281
- Trained and certified as a registered insite user with Cummins
- Equiped with training skills and approach methodologies With Epiroc Train The Trainer (TTT) program accomplished at Epiroc Zambia
- Computer literate, competent at Microsoft excel, Word and power point
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Turkish
Beginner
A1
Bemba
Advanced (C1)
C1
REFEREES
- Fred Mwanza- Workshop Manager, Epiroc Zambia L.T.D. Email: fred.mwanza@epiroc.com. ☎️+260974999010
- Amos Fumbelo-Regional.manager, Material handling, Africa. Email: amos.fumbelo@epiroc.com. ☎️+260977999133
- Raphael Nkhuwa- Email: rapael.nkhuwa@epiroc.com
Timeline
Technical Support Specialist-Expatriate
Rockbridge overseas/Yazbeck and sons.
04.2023 - Current
Technical Specialist,Underground Equipment-Expatri
Bea Mountain mining cooperation LTD.
04.2021 - Current
Site Supervisor, Munali Nickel Mine
Epiroc Zambia LTD
01.2018 - 03.2021
Site Supervisor, Chambishi Copper Mine NFCA
Epiroc Zambia LTD
01.2016 - 12.2017
Maintenance Foreman-General
Atlas Copco Zambia
01.2014 - 12.2015
Field Service Technician
Atlas Copco Zambia
01.2012 - 12.2013
Workshop Technician
Atlas Copco
04.2010 - 12.2011
Plant Maintenance Technician
Lafarge Cement
02.2009 - 12.2010
Underground Electrical Technician. Mobile Equpment
Atlas Copco Zambia
01.2007 - 12.2008
Craft Certificate - Electricity
Kabwe Trades Training Institute (KTTI)
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