Pump Technician
Full Time
1 day ago
Lusaka, Lusaka
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Job description
FALANE SOLUTIONS LIMITED
JOB VACANCY: PUMP TECHNICIAN
Industry: Oil and Gas / Petroleum
Location: Zambia
JOB SUMMARY
Our client, an oil and petroleum company in Zambia, is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Pump Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair fuel pumps and associated equipment, ensuring efficient operations, minimal downtime, and compliance with safety standards.
- Install, inspect, test, service, and repair fuel pumps and associated equipment.
- Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, seals, filters, and piping systems.
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and carry out necessary repairs.
- Monitor pump performance, pressure, flow rates, and operating efficiency.
- Maintain and service fuel transfer pumps, loading and offloading pumps, and dispensing equipment.
- Inspect pumping systems for leaks, blockages, unusual vibrations, overheating, and pressure loss.
- Replace defective pump components, bearings, seals, and other worn-out parts.
- Test equipment after repairs to ensure proper functioning and safe operation.
- Identify recurring equipment faults and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Maintain maintenance schedules and ensure timely servicing of all assigned equipment.
- Conduct routine site visits to filling stations, fuel depots, and other company facilities.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and minimise operational downtime.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, spare parts, and maintenance activities.
- Prepare technical reports and communicate equipment faults to management.
- Monitor the use of maintenance tools, equipment, and spare parts to minimise wastage.
- Assist in sourcing and identifying suitable replacement parts for faulty equipment.
- Ensure compliance with company health, safety, and environmental procedures.
- Follow proper equipment isolation procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Identify and report fuel leaks, spills, fire hazards, and other unsafe conditions immediately.
- Work closely with operations teams to schedule maintenance without unnecessarily disrupting business activities.
- Provide technical guidance to operators on the proper use and basic care of pumping equipment.
- Assist with the installation and commissioning of new pumps and related systems.
- Ensure all maintenance work is carried out according to manufacturer specifications and approved procedures.
- Perform any other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent.
- Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Plant Maintenance, or a related technical field.
- At least 2–3 years of relevant experience in pump maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting.
- Practical knowledge of fuel pumps, industrial pumping systems, motors, valves, and associated components.
- Understanding of preventive maintenance and safety procedures in petroleum-handling environments.
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prepare technical reports and work independently or as part of a team.
- Willingness to travel to company sites when required.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their updated CV and copies of relevant professional qualifications to Jxxxxx@falanesolutions.com.
