Martin kapena
@martinkapena
Experienced heavy duty mechanic with 15 years in equipment repair.
ZambiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a heavy duty mechanic with over 13 years of experience specializing in heavy equipment repair. My journey began at Nndola Technical College, where I earned my Heavy Equipment Repair Technician certificate. I have honed my skills through extensive training, including Red Seal certification and specialized courses with Barloworld and Sandvik. My expertise encompasses a wide range of machinery, including Caterpillar and Hitachi equipment, and I have a proven track record in both field service and workshop environments.
Throughout my career, I have worked in various capacities, from technician roles in open-pit mining operations to my current position as a Technical Advisor at First Quantum Mining. I have successfully managed machine rebuilds, component assemblies, and troubleshooting tasks, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards. My commitment to excellence is reflected in my ability to conduct failure analysis and provide actionable insights to prevent equipment failures.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Technical Advisor Shut
First Quantum Minerals
Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Joined as a Technical Advisor for planned component change-outs, providing expert guidance to technicians to prevent equipment failures. Responsibilities included conducting failure analysis, performing inspections, and managing the ordering of necessary parts.
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Barloworld Equipment
Nov 2011 - Present (13 years 8 months)
Provided extensive field service and workshop support for heavy equipment, encompassing machine rebuilds, component assembly, and comprehensive troubleshooting. Specialized in engine and transmission assembly, testing, and detailed failure analysis for a wide range of Caterpillar equipment, including haul trucks (793B, 785C), dozers (D10T), wheel loaders (994K, 993K), rope shovels (7495), and grad
Technician Open Pit Operation
First Quantum Minerals
Nov 2009 - Present (15 years 8 months)
Maintained various excavators, including Hitachi 1900, 2500, and Bell models, ensuring optimal performance in open pit operations. Responsibilities included performing critical component change-outs and conducting routine maintenance to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
Technician HER Underground Operation
Mopani Copper Mines Plc
Jan 2006 - Present (19 years 6 months)
Maintained a variety of underground machinery, including Caterpillar R1300, RD1600G, and R100H models, ensuring their operational readiness. Conducted regular services, managed breakdown machine recovery, and performed engine change-outs within the underground workshop.
Technician Underground
Sandvik Mining and Construction
Jan 2001 - Present (24 years 6 months)
Specialized in troubleshooting and repairing underground equipment, including the Toro 400D and Toro 007 Detroit Engine. Successfully managed breakdown recovery operations, ensuring minimal disruption to mining activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ndola Technical College
Certificate, Heavy Equipment Repair Technician
Completed a comprehensive program focusing on the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment. Gained expertise in various aspects of heavy machinery, preparing for a career as a heavy duty mechanic.
Chingola High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Completed secondary education, fulfilling the requirements for a Grade 12 qualification. Developed foundational academic skills across various subjects.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
ZambiaAuthorized to work in
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