ELECTRICIANS & MECHANICAL FITTER

Job description

Trade Kings Group

Trade Kings Limited is a leading manufacturer of quality detergent pastes, soaps, household, dairy and confectionery products. Its Head Office is located in the Lusaka’s Light Industrial Area along Nampundwe Road, Off Mumbwa Road. In its quest to maintain quality service delivery, the company seeks to recruit qualified highly motivated and goal-oriented professionals to fill the following positions:

1.  Mechanical Fitter (5 positions)

Job Overview

Responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical equipment and machinery in the manufacturing facility. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Responsible for the any repair and Maintenance in the shift

· Up-keeping of the standby equipment.

· Preventive and annual maintenance planning and ensuring all activities are carried out on time.

· Responsible for the 5 S, Top5, Top15 and Top 60 targets.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

· Grade 12 Certificate

· Craft Certificate /Diploma in Mechanical or relevant qualification.

· Minimum of 2 to 3 years’ experience in the Food or related Industries

· Through knowledge of maintenance and hands on experience of repair of each equipment’s, pumps, blowers, compressor, Gearbox, Mechanical etc.

· Knowledge of Human safety and Equipment safety

2.  Electrician   (5 positions)

Job Overview

The ideal candidates will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment. Must be knowledgeable in electrical codes and safety regulations, and capable of reading blueprints and technical diagrams. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures.

· Inspect electrical components such as circuit breakers.

· Diagnose electrical problems using specialized tools and equipment.

· Ensure electrical systems comply with local and national electrical codes.

· Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment.

· Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.

· Respond promptly to emergency call-outs and troubleshoot issues efficiently.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

· Grade 12 Certificate

· Craft Certificate /Diploma in Electrical Engineering or relevant qualification

· At least 2 – 3 years’ experience in Electrical Maintenance of fixed plant equipment.

· Member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia.

· Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and project management software

· Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.

Interested applicants should email their cover letter, updated CV, and academic qualifications in a single document to vacancies@tradekings.co.zm, using the exact job title in the subject line. Applications must be submitted no laterthan 21 st October 2025.

NOTE: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.