Trainer and Assessor

Trainer and Assessor Vacancy title:

Trainer and Assessor, Excavator & Shovels

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Business Management and Administration , Category: Management ]

Jobs at:

First Quantum Minerals

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, August 14 2024

Duty Station:
Within Zambia , Lusaka, South – Central Africa

JOB DETAILS:
Job description:
Purpose of the Role
To effectively and efficiently conduct classroom and on the job Training on Cat 7495 Rope shovel, Komatsu PC 8000-11/ 5500-6 FS/BH, Liebherr Excavators 9250/9100 and Crusher Rock Breaker. This role will effectively and efficiently assess candidates’ performance against agreed standards.

Trainer and Assessor Specific Job Responsibilities:
• Conduct on the job training on all the loading units – Cat 7495 Rope shovel, Komatsu pc 8000-11/5500-6 Face Shovel/Excavators and Crusher Rock Breaker.
• Facilitate off the job classroom Power Point presentations – this includes all compliance and generic courses for excavators and shovels.

• Conduct theory and practical assessment in accordance with the assessment principles and in accordance with FQML assessment guidelines.
• Conduct pre-employment assessment in accordance with the company guidelines – Demonstration of prior Learning (DPL) and Recognition of prior Learning (RPL).• Coach and mentor operators on the job in order to improve machine operational efficiency and also improve equipment optimization.

• Update training records for trainings done and send the Trainer activity report daily.
• Implement Daily/weekly Training assignment schedules
• Apply the Training Nomination, Training systems and permit issuance processes.

• Assists with development of Training Need Analysis (TNA) and training audits as directed by the Training Specialist – Excavator/Shovel or the Training superintendent.
Expected Deliverables from this job:
• Conduct on the job training on all the loading units – Cat 7495 Rope shovel, Komatsu pc 8000-11/5500-6 Face Shovel/Excavators and Crusher Rock Breaker.
• Facilitate off the job classroom Power Point presentations – this includes all compliance and generic courses for excavators and shovels.

• Conduct theory and practical assessment in accordance with the assessment principles and in accordance with FQML assessment guidelines.
• Conduct pre-employment assessment in accordance with the company guidelines – Demonstration of prior Learning (DPL) and Recognition of prior Learning (RPL).

• Coach and mentor operators on the job in order to improve machine operational efficiency and also improve equipment optimization.
• Update training records for trainings done and send the Trainer activity report daily.
• Implement Daily/weekly Training assignment schedules.

• Trainer and Assessor must Apply the Training Nomination, Training systems and permit issuance processes.
• Assists with development of Training Need Analysis (TNA) and training audits as directed by the Training Specialist – Excavator/Shovel or the Training Superintendent.

• Assist with development of operator learning materials and documentation (Manuals, PowerPoint and assessment tools) as directed by the Excavator/Shovel Training Specialist.
• Safe operation of an equipment under your jurisdiction.
• Report the daily training activities through the Daily Training Log Book
• Supervise trainees on daily training tasks and provide learning aids/tools to help the learner carry out their training effectively.

• Trainer and Assessor must plan and develop (as instructed) integrated programs of competence based training.
• Identify learner’s abilities and learning support needs through assessments and observations.
• Observe and judge performance against the relevant criteria, and assess underpinning knowledge against agreed standards.
• Provide feedback and support to learners against their performance and progress.

• Trainer and Assessor must supervise learners in the learning environment and consider the health and safety and safe working practices of that environment.
• Support learners in the workplace learning environment and carry out directed visits where necessary.
• Liaise with colleagues (clients) in relation to trainees’ progress.
• Any other duties as directed by the Training Specialist Excavator/Shovel.

Behavioural Traits:
• Must have excellent communication and motivational skills.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Ability to speak in front of a crowd.
• Must be smart and driven.

• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Must be dependable.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact with people of different cultures.

Operational Requirements:
• Conduct training, assessments and participate in the development of learning materials in collaboration with other team members.

Knowledge and Experience required to perform in this job:
• The Trainer Assessor will require knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas.
• Knowledge of recent developments in training and assessing.
• Outstanding organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and motivational skills.
• At least 3 years’ experience in the same or similar position (preferably in the mining industry).
• Knowledge with regards the legislation that govern mine safety as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Zambia and other safety statutory provisions.

Qualifications (required for this job):
• Certificate iv in training and assessing/SAQUA Certificate or equivalent.
• Minimum Diploma in teaching methodology.
• Preferred training professional registered with TEVETA and valid EIZ licence.
• Certificates in Surface Mobile Equipment [SME] Operations (Cat 7495 Rope Shovel, Excavators and Face Shovels, Equipment).
• Valid drivers’ license.
• Certificate in Computer skills (Word, Excel PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Full Grade twelve certificate.
• Valid first aid certificate is advantageous.
• Blasting certificate.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure
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