Derrick Kaonga

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Sector: Mining & Metals

Member Since, July 17, 2023

Open To Work

  • I am open to relocating to
    Australia
  • I am open to working remotely Yes
  • I am open to being contacted by employers and recruiters Yes

About Me

–  Trained in Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi equipment and able to learn new models quickly to maximize productivity and maintain current skills. Detail-oriented, systematic and dedicated to completing high-quality work.
– I am a qualified heavy equipment mechanic and I have been in the mining industry with hands’ on for 9 years. I am self-driven and goal-oriented individual who is always willing to face new challenges and eager to learn to enhance my career.

 

Education

  • Heavy Duty Technician, Engineering (2019 - 2020) Caterpillar University Global Dealership

  • Trade Certificate, Mechanics and Repairers, General (2013 - 2014) Solwezi Trades Training Institute

Work & Experience

  • EPSA Internacional S.A. (2023 - Present ) Heavy Diesel Mechanic

    -Conducting daily checks repairs and services. -Performing mid and afterlife repairs -Writing service reports and Attending to field breakdowns. -Dismantling,inspecting and repairing components -Diagnose fauts using computerized and other testing equipment to determine wear and contamination. -Carrying out planned preventive maintenance -Troubleshooting and repairing transmission gear problem.

  • First Quantum Minerals LTD (2015 - 2023 ) Maintenance Mechanic

Honors & awards

  • 2019 EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

    MAINTENANCE BEST MECHANIC OF THE YEAR