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A reputable company seeks to recruit the following positions:

1.  Site Manager (x2)

To manage all maintenance activities on the site in order to attain targeted/scheduled production within budget and in compliance with Government and Domestic Regulations.

Key Performance Areas/Indicators (KPA/Is):

To provide and maintain a safe and healthy work environment through the establishment, review and communication of key performance indicators for safety, environment, operations, costs and quality company values and expectations.

• Responsible for the overall management of maintenance activities for site, equipment and machinery including setting up systems, planning, budgeting, staffing, cost containment, optimization and profitability of the site.
• Support, maintain and enforce Company values and expectations, as they pertain to a safe, transparent, and constructive culture that recognizes hard work and performance.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with various applicable mining and environmental regulations pertaining to the engineering activities.
• Oversee and analyze maintenance operations, making recommendations when necessary to ensure equipment availabilities, production targets and procedures are met.
• Participate in monthly, quarterly and annual budgeting and forecasting.
• Prepare engineering reports for review by senior management and participate and review audits and inspections.
• Confer with other managers and senior officials regarding the setting of maintenance systems, standards and schedules in support of the production quotas.
• Evaluation of efficiency of maintenance practices to determine adequacy of personnel, equipment and technologies used, making changes to work schedules, techniques or equipment when necessary.
• Ability to select, train, develop and utilize the skills of engineers, supervisors, professionals, and general workers.

Academic Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (mechanical or electrical) or similar education.
• Must be a full member of Engineering Institution of Zambia and Engineering Registration Board.
• In depth knowledge of mining and mine processing regulations.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years demonstrated practical Engineering experience in various maintenance methods and operations, with a minimum of 3 years in a senior management role.
• Proficiency in computers. (Microsoft Office package, Internet and Email services inclusive)

2.  Geologist (x1)

Work with the Site Manager on new work approaches, methods and policies to optimize performance and ensure adherence to industry regulations and organizational standards

• Handling, collection and processing of all geological samples, mapping and Petrography analysis for assessment of the mineral deposit
• Using professional knowledge, be able to plan exploration program for project and developing and updating mineral reserve and resource models for estimating reserves and resources
• Oversee geological plan for short term grade control requirements, accountable for accurate and efficient grade control and stockpile management.
• Drive the mining team to achieve constant delivery to the plant in accordance with mining program plan to meet the quality of raw material requirement
• Proficient in Mining Software for designing of resource and reserve estimation, preparing Site Plan and scheduling of operation for life of Site
• Ensure mine site are designed, approved and coordinate a streamlined approach to site operations as per plan.
• Provide inputs and coordinate for safe, economical and environmentally sound extraction of minerals
• To prepare and update reserves, technical reports and documentation to ensure compliance with industry and operational requirements.
• Experience in Open Pit Mining and the exposure to cement manufacturing industry will be an added advantage.

Academic Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Geology
• Minimum of Five (2) years working experience.
• Valid practicing license from the Engineering Institute of Zambia.
• Conversant with Mine Planning Software skills and Microsoft Suite
• Full Grade Twelve Certificate with credits or better in English and Mathematics.

3.  Procurement Officer (x1)

To evaluate suppliers, products, and services. To negotiate contracts and ensure that approved purchases are cost-efficient and of high quality

• Assist to develop, formulate and implement procurement policies and procedures for the company in accordance with the Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) Act.
• Implement the annual procurement plan for the purpose timely acquisition of goods and services.
• Draft tender and contract documents and evaluate tenders and quotations received and recommend for tender award.
• Monitor and ensure that both parties adhere to contractual obligations and advise management of any discrepancies or breach of terms identified.
• Ensure that procurement committee papers for goods and services in accordance to the approved thresholds are prepared and submitted
• Build, develop and manage supplier relationship and monitor their performance.
• Identify sources and obtain the most competitive price, quality and delivery, so as to ensure value for money to the company.
• Ensuring that recommendation to purchase goods and services are in conformity with the requirements and according to procedures
• Assist in reviewing procurement and supply systems to ensure stock items do not reach critical levels nor become far in excess of demand.
• Provide technical advice to the Manager- Purchasing and Supplies of the most suitable supplier (through the evaluation of tender documents) meeting supply contract specifications set out by the company.
• Provide input in the preparation of draft financial requirements and annual budget for the department; monitoring expenditures; identifying variances; implementing corrective actions.
• Evaluating of bids and make recommendations
• Manage and encourage staff, optimizes their outputs and effectively manages relationships in order to achieve organizational goals
• Prepare accurate routine procurement and special reports required by the supervisor on a monthly basis.
• Perform any other duties as delegated by superiors.

Academic Qualifications / Experience

• Grade 12 School Certificate including Math & English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management/CIPS Graduate Diploma
• Proven Business Knowledge and practical experience in an engineering industry or Company.
• Paid up Member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and supply.
• Minimum of 2 Years practical work experience in a reputable institution in the similar position
• Excellent working knowledge of Public Procurement as well as procurement Procedures.
• In-depth understanding of Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) Act.

4.  Receptionist (x1）

• Attending to clients at the reception.
• Handle incoming and outgoing calls
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence;
• Maintain a clean, tidy and secure reception
• Greet, assist and/ or direct visitors to the relevant/appropriate offices.
• Any other assigned duties from time to time

Academic Qualifications / Experience

• Diploma in Secretarial, Business Administration, Public Administration or any related field
• Grade 12 Certificate
• Ability to manage office equipment like computers, printers, scanners.
• Good filing and secretarial skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and power point software
• Ability to multi-task with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal English skills.
• Strong initiative and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appropriately deal with sensitive issues and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

5.    Handy Man (x1）

• Able to follow both oral and written instructions when performing job duties
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and must be able to get along with co-workers
• Literacy and numeracy skills enough to check measurements etc.
• Able to regularly handle/carry items.

Academic Qualifications / Experience

• Completed Grade 12 with Craft Certificate
• Minimum of 2 years of production assembly experience or similar role
• Solid experience with plumbing and electrical systems
• Ability to work with hardware tools and power equipment
• Extremely organized with good communication skills
• Detail oriented with an aptitude for problem solving

6.   Accountant (x1)

Understands and interprets fully the policies and procedures pertaining to area of responsibility

Monitors control systems and assists in formulating effective measures when necessary.

• Maintain high standards and uphold an image of excellence in accordance with the Company’s Mission Statement.
• Manage all company related activities rationally and efficiently by means of delegated authority and responsibility.
• Ensure effective communication at all levels in the company.
• Ensure the continual training of all employees in accounts related ways of doing business.
• Build, motivate and lead a dynamic team to achieve high standards and increase profitability of the company.
• Prepare budgets, institute cost control measures and achieve set targets.
• Monthly Preparation of Management accounts
• Preparation of monthly variance analysis reports
• Compare monthly actual figures against the monthly budgets
• Ensuring all nominal journals are raised.
• Updating and maintaining the fixed asset register
• Ensuring that daily cash flow is prepared by bookkeepers.
• Ensuring adequate preparations are done for external year end audit
• Monthly dispatch of customer’s statements
• Review debtors’ and creditors’ reconciliations
• Checking and verifying exchange losses and gains on international debtors and creditors
• Authorizing all journals for creditors, debtors and accounts

Academic Qualifications / Experience

• 5’o level passes with English and Mathematics as a pre-requisite
• Full ACCA/ZICA/CIMA
• 3 years post qualification experience, 2 years of which must be at Accountant level equivalent.
• Should be a paid-up member of ZICA
• Knowledge of accounting package, Pastel and Sage will be an added advantage

7.  Assistant Accountant (x1) 

To carry out receipting and payments. Preparation of all transactions involving banking, withdrawing and reconciliations. Specifically, the Assistant Accountant shall be accountable to the Head Office Accountant for the following: –

• Preparing disbursements and keeping records of the receipts in order to ensure that accurate accounts records for the Site are kept;
• Carrying out reconciliations on a daily basis matching receipts to deposit slip totals in order to ensure good record keeping;
• Reconciling all the Site accounts;
• Submitting to ZRA/PAYE/NAPSA forms on a monthly basis;
• Filling receipts, vouchers in order to reflect an accurate position of the financial status of the Site;
• Maintaining records of documents such as cash books, transactions, foreign exchange transactions and payment vouchers;
• Receipting of sales, capturing and posting of receipts and payments into the accounting system;
• Preparing an internal cash flow statement on a weekly basis to ensure there are funds available before any payments are made;
• Banking and withdrawing the company’s cash as instructed by superiors;
• Facilitating payment of salaries for staff.

Academic Qualifications / Experience

• At minimum, an Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field. Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience can be substituted.
• 1-3 years of relevant, hands-on accounting experience
• Proficient to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, including Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently on assigned duties
• Demonstrates an ability to manage a variety of priorities while meeting deadline

8.   Electrical Maintenance Engineer (x1) 

Electrical maintenance engineers are professionals with a high degree of mechanical skill who perform maintenance on electrical systems and backup systems, as well as various electricity-powered machinery and equipment on the company sites.

• Perform Scheduled Maintenance and preventative repairs on all electrical systems, equipment, and machinery.
• Review maintenance schedules and adjust them as necessary to keep systems functioning at peak levels.
• Repair Electrical Systems by acting quickly to make on-the-spot repairs when electrical systems and machinery malfunction.
• Troubleshoot Malfunction – in charge of any electrical system must make inspections and assess potential problems.
• Recommend changes or upgrades to electrical systems to increase productivity and functionality.
• Test Electronics, by performing regular tests to new and existing electrical systems, equipment, and machinery, both to spot potential problems and to ensure that systems are operating at their highest possible levels of functionality.

Education Skills/Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Power) or similar field preferably graduates from recognized institution.
• Previous work experience in electrical engineering or related position in the mines.

9.   Laboratory Preparatory Assistant (x1) 

As Lab support staff, responsibilities is to collect debris and other waste to keep the Laboratory clean and safe.

• Clean up Laboratory area from hazardous or obsolete material
• Maintains office standards by ensuring a clean working environment before office opens and anticipates requirements.
• Ensures that all the utensils used during the day are cleaned and are ready for use all the time.
• Assists the Lab employees as may be required from time to time.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance; cleaning and dusting.
• Maintains office schedule by picking up and delivering items as needed by the supervisor.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Willingness to take instructions at short notice
• Office Etiquette and good communication skills
• Knowledge of use of office equipment relating to his field and/or, microwave, water dispenser
• Photo copying machine etc.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Education Skills/Requirements 

• Minimum Grade 12 certificate, other higher academic qualification added advantage.
• A minimum of 1-year experience at similar level

Only applicants with proven competencies and relevant qualifications may apply by emailing a detailed CV to [email protected], which should include all contact details i.e. landline numbers, cell numbers and email address.  The cover letter should clearly indicate the position being applied.

Closing date: 09th October 2021.