28/08/2026
NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY- EQUIPMENT TRAINER
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Position Title: Equipment Trainer
Reports to: Site Manager
Site: Lumwana
Are you ready to take on a leadership role with JVChantete Earthworks LTD, which is shaping the future of mining operations in Zambia.
At JVChantete, headquartered at Mindolo North in Kitwe, we’re driven by innovation, excellence, and a commitment to building thriving teams.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Equipment Trainer to join our team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering practical instruction and assessing employees. This is to ensure they possess the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to perform their duties safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement training plans in line with operational requirements.
• Deliver induction, refresher, and on-the-job training programmes.
• Conduct competency assessments and practical evaluations.
• Identify training needs through performance observations and operational feedback.
• Maintain accurate training records, attendance registers, and competency matrices.
• Ensure all training complies with company policies, client requirements, and statutory regulations.
• Prepare training reports and submit them to management.
• Participate in developing training materials, manuals, and standard operating procedures.
• Promote a strong safety culture by integrating health, safety, and environmental practices into all training activities.
• Liaise with supervisors and department heads to schedule and evaluate training effectiveness.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
• Certified Trainer or instructor (TEVETA or equivalent)
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in open-pit mining operations and equipment
• Repair an added advantage
• Proven experience as a Trainer, instructor, or supervisor in heavy equipment
• operations.
• Familiarity with various types of open pit mining/construction equipment (e.g haul trucks, excavators, loaders, dozers etc).
• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Training, Engineering, Mining, or a related field.
• Experience in competency-based training and assessments.
• Valid driver's license.
Knowledge and Skills & Abilities:
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and training needs and design
• Effective training programs.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to work independently and willingness to travel to mine sites and training locations.
• Physically fit to perform training duties and mentoring.
• Valid medical certificate ( Silicosis).
Application Details:
Qualified candidates are invited to email their detailed CV ONLY, to [email protected], using the subject line: “Equipment Trainer”
Closing Date: 3rd September 2026
