Energy Regulation Board (ERB)
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
ENGINEER FOSSIL FUELS x2 (KITWE, LUSAKA)
Job Title: Engineer Fossil Fuels x2 (Kitwe, Lusaka)
ERB Grade: ERB 5
Reports To: Senior Manager – Fossil Fuels [Lusaka]
Manager Fossil Fuels – Copperbelt Region [Kitwe]
Organisation
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is a statutory body established under the Energy Regulation Act No. 12 of 2019 to regulate the energy sector by licensing enterprises and ensuring consumers receive a quality service at an affordable price while ensuring a reasonable rate of return for licensed energy
enterprises. The ERB now seeks to recruit dynamic and self-motivated, experienced and suitably qualified Zambian nationals to fill the position of Engineer Fossil Fuels (x2) to be based at the Head office in Lusaka, and at the Copperbelt Regional Office in Kitwe, Copperbelt Province.
Job Purpose
To carry out performance and compliance monitoring of licensed undertakings in the petroleum sub-sector in order to ensure their compliance to prescribed technical standards and regulations in accordance with the Energy Regulation Act and other applicable Acts.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Carries out technical inspections of petroleum facilities to ensure adherence to prescribed technical standards, safety and licensing requirements.
• Prepares inspection reports highlighting the compliance levels of the inspected undertakings for submission to Management for information or action.
• Maintains a database of all undertakings in the petroleum sub sector to facilitate development and implementation of regulations and compliance mechanisms and the monitoring of performance and efficiency trends.
• Collects samples of petroleum products at random and organizes laboratory tests and analyses as a quality assurance mechanism.
• Carries out on- the- spot investigations in the event of an accident and prepare a report with recommendations for remedial actions.
• Reviews and analyses major infrastructure developments in the petroleum sub sector in consultation with relevant bodies.
• Provides on request technical advice to relevant Departments of ERB to ensure timely delivery of services to stakeholders, e.g. on pricing reviews and license reviews
• Prepares monthly reports on the activities of the section for Management attention
• Performs any other duty as may be required by supervisor from time to time.
Required Skills
• Organisation and planning skills
• Proficiency in computer skills and ability to manipulate large amounts of data
• Excellent report-writing skills
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail
• Sound independent judgement
• Integrity
• Honesty
• Confidentiality
• Courtesy
• Ability to work in a dynamic team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
Minimum qualifications
• Full Grade 12 Certificate with university entrance passes
• Degree in Chemical/Civil/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from a recognised University
• Professional Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
• Five (5) years relevant post qualifying experience
• ZAQA verification certificates for academic and professional qualifications
How to Apply
1. Applicants must complete the pre-application form available at this link: https://forms.office.com/r/PvHeQURh69 or by scanning the QR Code below:
2. Applicants who meet ALL the minimum qualifications above will be invited to submit soft copies of the application letter, current Curriculum Vitae with two professional traceable referees, and ZAQA certified photocopies of Grade 12 School Certificate, Degree Certificate(s), and relevant professional qualifications.
Application deadline: Tuesday, 9th September, 2025.
ERB is an equal opportunity employer, both genders are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applicants engaged in any form of lobbying shall be disqualified.