Vacancy title:
Workshop Manager

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management, Science & Engineering, Manufacturing & Warehouse, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]

Jobs at:
Trade Kings

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, March 23 2026

Duty Station:
Nampundwe Road, Off Mumbwa Road | Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, March 19 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Trade Kings Limited is a leading manufacturer of quality detergent soaps, household products, dairy products and confectionery. 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.

Job Overview

The Workshop Manager will be responsible for managing machine shop operations to ensure effective fabrication, repair, and maintenance support to plant equipment in line with company standards.

Responsibilities or duties

• Implement best workshop practices and procedures
• Plan and supervise machine shop activities in line with HSE requirements
• Provide technical guidance on machining and fabrication processes
• Develop and maintain workshop standard operating procedures
• Manage workshop manpower, tools, and materials
• Maintain accurate job records using ERP system
• Prepare and manage workshop budgets
• Ensure quality control of all fabricated and repaired parts
• Plan and implement preventive maintenance for workshop equipment

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Strong leadership and organization skills
• Computer literacy and ERP experience will be an added advantage

Experience needed

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in machine shop supervision or management

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Reporting Line: Reports to the Head of Asset Care

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: associate degree

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Interested candidates should submit their Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Academic Qualifications in a single document. Please indicate the Job Title being applied for in the subject line Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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