Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY: ELECTRICAL MANAGER

Moxico Kalengwa Resources Limited, a member of the Moxico Group of Companies, is developing the Mufumbwe Project and invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals to lead its electrical engineering, installation, maintenance and commissioning activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage electrical engineering, construction, installation, maintenance and commissioning activities to meet project milestones.

• Oversee electrical works for the process plant, power generation and distribution systems, motor control centres (MCCs), transformers, switchgear, motors, cabling, lighting and earthing.

• Ensure electrical installations comply with approved drawings, specifications, applicable standards and statutory requirements.

• Plan and coordinate electrical contractors, technicians, labour, materials, tools and equipment; monitor quality, productivity, costs and schedules.

• Review electrical designs, drawings, method statements, inspection and test plans, and technical submittals.

• Coordinate inspection, testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning and handover of electrical systems.

• Implement preventive maintenance, fault-finding and corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and availability.

• Manage electrical safety, risk assessments, isolation and lock-out/tag-out procedures, permit-to-work systems and safe working practices.

• Coordinate with Engineering, Process, Mechanical, Civil, HSE, Procurement and Project Management teams to resolve technical issues and prevent rework and delays.

• Prepare accurate progress reports, identify and manage technical risks, and promote a strong safety culture focused on achieving Zero Lost Time Injuries (LTIs).

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent.

• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from a recognised university, supported by a Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) verification certificate, is mandatory.

• Current membership of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) is mandatory. Applicants must provide proof of valid membership.

• Registration with the Engineering Registration Board (ERB) and a valid, current ERB practising certificate appropriate to the role are mandatory.

• A minimum of eight (8) years of practical experience in electrical engineering, installation, construction, maintenance or commissioning is required.

• Relevant experience in mining, mineral processing, industrial plants or large infrastructure projects, with proven experience supervising electrical contractors, technicians and construction teams.

• Sound working knowledge of power generation, electrical distribution, switchgear, MCCs, transformers, motors, cabling, lighting and earthing systems.

• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications and technical documentation.

• Practical expertise in electrical safety, risk assessments, isolation procedures, permit-to-work systems, inspection, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting and maintenance planning.

• Strong leadership, planning, communication, coordination and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and progress reporting.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Submit your CV, including contactable referees, to:

Email: Recruitment@moxicor esources.com

Alternative email: Bradley.schmah@moxicoresources.com

Use the subject line “ELECTRICAL MANAGER”.

Clearly state your degree, ZAQA verification status, EIZ membership, ERB registration and current ERB practising certificate details in your CV.

Hard-copy applications will NOT be accepted.

Applications close on 9 November 2026.

If you do not hear from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Moxico Kalengwa Resources Limited does not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process. Beware of scammers.