Employer and vacancy source: Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI)
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- EmployerOccupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI)
- LocationKitwe
- Employer websitezambiajobalerts.com
- Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
Key details for this vacancy
- Employer
- Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI)
- Location
- Kitwe
- Posted
- July 2, 2025
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Other
Website Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI)
Job description
Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Labour and Social Security established under the Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 36 of 2010, has its main Offices situated in Kitwe with two branch offices in Solwezi and Lusaka. In addition to the 3 centres, the Institute also offers occupational health and safety (OHS) services to all the sectors throughout the country on outreach basis. The Institute is looking for suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following positions;
MAINTENANCE OFFICER [1 POSITION]
JOB OBJECTIVE
Responsible for ensuring that all Occupational Health and Safety Institute’s facilities and infrastructure are maintained in a safe, functional, and efficient condition. The role involves routine inspections, repairs, and proactive maintenance of physical assets including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and structural systems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct routine inspections of buildings, facilities, and infrastructure to identify and resolve issues promptly.
Respond in a timely manner to repair requests, ensuring minimal disruption to clinical and operational services
Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work completed, including maintenance schedules and logs.
Coordinate with external service providers and contractors for specialized repairs or installations. Maintain up-to-date material stock-take, tool/equipment schedules, and planned work documentation
Oversee and, where applicable, supervise the activities of contractors and tradesperson works.
Monitor and manage inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Grade 12 school certificate
Diploma in Civil Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Building Maintenance, or related technical field.
Five years proven “hands-on” post qualification experience.
Must be a member of Engineering Institute of Zambia.
Technical proficiency in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills with a customer service orientation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software tools
Prior experience in maintenance or facilities management is an advantage
Good report writing skills
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Candidates who responded to earlier advert on Epidemiologist position need not to apply.
Closing Date: 18 July 2025
For any queries contact the Institute on the following number: +260 750 125258 or 260 764836633
Candidates should send a cover letter, Educational and Professional Qualifications and a detailed C.V to;
The Director
Occupational Health and Safety Institute
P. O. Box 20205
KITWE