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Copper becoming increasingly important as electric vehicle industry grows 1

Commodities like copper are becoming increasingly important as the electric vehicle industry grows. Karan Rathi, board director of mining company Chillerton Group, speaks about the copper industry in Zambia and how the Covid-19 pandemic has heightened investor support for projects and communities. Zambia, after the Democratic Republic of Congo, is Africa’s second-largest copper producer, but it isn’t well-known. Given the expectation that the industry will boom as more widespread electric vehicle (EV) production ramps up, the copper opportunities in countries like Zambia will become increasingly important. An upstream and downstream… Read More Here

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FQM SIGNALS RENEWED COMMITMENT TO ZAMBIA INVESTMENT

October 28, 2021October 28, 2021 admin

First Quantum Minerals’ is engaging with the new government to reinforce its long-term commitment to Zambia and reenergise its long-term investment plans for the mining sector. “Following the recent elections and subsequent smooth transfer of power in Zambia, we are pleased to be engaging constructively with the new Government as we look to establish the parameters for long-term investments into our growth projects in the country,” said FQM’s Chairman and CEO Philip Pascall, after the company released its third-quarter 2021 results. Total copper production for the third quarter of 2021… Read More Here

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First Quantum tweaks copper guidance, reports Zambia shipping challenges

October 27, 2021October 27, 2021 admin

Canada-based First Quantum has narrowed its total copper production guidance for the year by 15 000 t to a range of 800 000 t to 835 000 t, as it adjusted expectations for output from Cobre Panama mine, as well as Kansanshi and Senitel, in Zambia. The lower end of the guidance range for Cobre Panama has been increased by 10 000 t, with the operation now expected to produce between 320 000 t and 335 000 t. First Quantum lopped off 10 000 t from the top-end of its Kansanshi guidance to 205 000 t and it… Read More Here

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Provisional liquidator of Zambia’s KCM denies theft, money laundering

October 26, 2021October 26, 2021 admin

The state-appointed provisional liquidator of Zambia’s Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) on Tuesday appeared in court and denied charges of money laundering and the theft of 4.4-million Zambian kwacha ($257 450). Zambia’s Drug Enforcement Commission, which also handles money-laundering cases, last month arrested liquidator Milingo Lungu and charged him with money laundering and the theft of more than $2-million. But when the case came to court on Tuesday the amount was lowered to 4.4-million kwacha, which Lungu was accused of having stolen and laundered between May 2019 and September this year. “I deny… Read More Here

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PM SUPERVISOR | MINING CAREER AT FQM, KALUMBILA, SOLWEZI, ZAMBIA

October 26, 2021October 26, 2021 admin

Requisition Number: JR3707| Country: Zambia | Contract Type: On-going| Location: Solwezi | Category: Mining Apply now Overall Job Purpose Supervise a group of team members using effective feedback and communication of company goals and targets while assessing work performance and identifying areas for improvement and training opportunities. Communicate the business goals, work deadlines, and staff performance with coordinator. Specific Job Responsibility Ensure that your section works to a weekly plan, provide coaching and mentoring for area shift supervisors. Attend weekly planning meetings, review Weekly plans to ensure that they are realistic and achievable. Ensure area supervisors are completing paperwork… Read More Here

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SAFETY COORDINATOR | MINING CAREER AT FQM, KALUMBILA, SOLWEZI, ZAMBIA

October 26, 2021October 26, 2021 admin

Requisition Number: JR3913| Country: Zambia | Contract Type: On-going| Location: Solwezi | Category: Health & Safety Apply now Overall Job Purpose To ensure that all personnel carry out their duties in compliance with international safety standards as well as the company’s policies and procedures. Specific Job Responsibility The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include; Ensure that subordinates act in accordance with, promote and contribute to the progression / development of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System Oversee the health and safety of personnel at the workplace Evaluate the KML’s Occupational Health and Safety… Read More Here

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INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE OFFICER | MINING CAREER AT FQM, KALUMBILA, SOLWEZI, ZAMBIA

October 25, 2021October 25, 2021 admin

Requisition Number: JR3911| Country: Zambia | Contract Type: On-going| Location: Solwezi | Category: Health & Safety Apply now General Role Purpose To limit health risks through practical and cost-effective methods, carry out detailed surveys, use specialist equipment to measure hazards and compile reports and data to present to clients Core Specific Responsibilities – Related to This Job Conduct sampling and preparation for analysis Manage and maintain equipment registers Investigate Occupational Health and Safety concerns in diverse occupational environments Develop, review, update and implement the OHS&E program, including related policies and procedures Provide technical support to incident and near… Read More Here

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COORDINATOR, TRUCKSHOP LOADER L2350 | MINING CAREER AT FQM, KALUMBILA, SOLWEZI, ZAMBIA

October 25, 2021October 25, 2021 admin

Requisition Number: JR2611| Country: Zambia | Contract Type: On-going| Location: Solwezi | Category: Engineering Apply now Key Duties and Responsibilities: Planning& Scheduling Ensure that your section works to a weekly plan, provide coaching and mentoring for area HER fitters. Attend weekly planning meetings, review Weekly plans to ensure that they are realistic and achievable. Ensure area supervisors are completing paperwork timely and of the highest quality and all information is getting back to the planners to update the CMMS Continuous Improvement Foster a culture of continuous improvement in L2350 Loader Maintenance activities by encouraging and providing input on… Read More Here

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TECHNICAL ADVISOR WORKSHOP, ANCILLARY | MINING CAREER AT FQM, KALUMBILA, SOLWEZI, ZAMBIA

October 25, 2021October 25, 2021 admin

Requisition Number: JR3915| Country: Zambia | Contract Type: On-going| Location: Solwezi | Category: Mining Apply now Purpose of the role: Implement and continuously improve the equipment maintenance strategy for all mobile mining equipment and ensure that they are effectively executed including all preventative maintenance tasks and condition monitoring routines. Ensure major outages and component replacements are executed with minimal downtime and expense. On the job training and advising of local staff Key Duties and Responsibilities: The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include; Provide leadership and mentoring for your subordinates, including on-going training and… Read More Here

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‘Supportive environment, stable policies, and exploration critical to the mining industry’s long-term future in Zambia’

October 25, 2021October 25, 2021 admin

Mining companies in Zambia are calling for a more stable business environment that would allow them to invest more in production. The Zambia Chamber of Mines, which represents foreign mining companies operating in Zambia, stated that a supportive environment, stable policies, and exploration were critical to the mining industry’s long-term future in Zambia. “There is great potential for the mining sector to play a large role in the global energy transition from fossilized energy sources to metals like copper. Copper prices will remain competitive in the foreseeable future so we… Read More Here