Civil Engineering Technologist

Job description

Lunsemfwa Hydro Power Company Limited (LHPC) is an independent hydro-electric power producer based in Kabwe in the Central Province of Zambia. LHPC owns two Hydropower Stations namely, Mulungushi Power Station and Lunsemfwa Power Station with installed capacity of 32 MW and 24 MW respectively. The two Power Stations have both an upstream reservoir and four generating units each. The older units have undergone refurbishment in recent years. LHPC has Power Purchase Agreements with ZESCO and Copperbelt Energy Corporation. LHPC is also a member of the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP).

Therefore, the Company invites applications from highly motivated, result-oriented, suitably qualified and experienced professionals to fill the following vacancy:

CIVIL TECHNOLOGIST (ONE YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT)

Job Purpose

We are seeking a competent and hands-on Civil Technologist to supervise the construction of staff housing units. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day site activities, coordinate artisans and subcontractors, ensure quality workmanship, and monitor progress against approved drawings and specifications. The role requires strong site management capability and the ability to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to required standards.

Key Responsibilities

•Supervise and coordinate artisans and subcontractors.

•Ensure works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and BOQs.

•Monitor construction progress and prepare regular site progress reports.

•Conduct setting out, levels checking, and quality inspections.

•Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.

•Verify materials delivered on site and ensure proper usage and storage.

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•Assist in measurement of works for payment certification.

•Maintain proper site documentation including daily site records.

Desired Experience, Skills and Qualifications

•Diploma in Civil Engineering / Civil Engineering Technology.

•Minimum 3 years practical site experience in building construction.

•Proven experience supervising housing or similar building projects.

•Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and BOQs.

•Registered with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).

•Experience supervising artisan teams.

Required Competencies

•Strong leadership and coordination skills

•Good planning and scheduling ability

•Good communication and reporting skills

•Attention to detail and quality control focus

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•Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Interested candidates meeting the above qualifications should apply using the following link:

CIVIL TECHNOLOGIST – Fill out form

Apply by 1st March 2026.

KINDLY NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

The Human Resource Manager

Lunsemfwa Hydro Power Company Limited

Plot No 5047 Main Mine Road

P O Box 80237

KABWE