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

Gansu Mechanized Construction Engineering Co., Ltd. is seeking a Resident Chinese Translator & Site Assistant to join their team in Kaoma, Western Province, Zambia.

Responsibilities or duties

Serve as the core resident site translator, providing real-time interpretation between Chinese (Mandarin) and English for management and the local construction workforce. Remain stationed full-time at the project base in Kaoma, Western Province, to handle daily communication and resolve issues promptly. Translate construction safety protocols, daily tool-kit briefings, operational tasks, and engineering requirements directly on-site. Assist in handling basic site administrative documentation and data logging using general office software tools. Act as a crucial intermediary to manage local worker relations, resolve cultural or linguistic misunderstandings, and facilitate smooth teamwork. Perform additional site-support or logistical administrative tasks assigned by the project director.

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

Mandatory proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) equivalent to HSK Level 4 or HSK Level 5 (certified or demonstrated fluent communication). Strong verbal translation and practical dialogue comprehension skills to facilitate seamless site operations. Basic computer literacy with elementary proficiency in basic office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.) for basic report entries. Adaptability to a full-time residential site model in Kaoma, Western Province; resilient and comfortable with construction campsite environments. Excellent interpersonal coordination and communication skills; cooperative attitude when interacting with both local personnel and Chinese engineering supervisors.

Experience needed

Not explicitly specified, but implied through the need for practical dialogue comprehension and site operations.

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

The company offers an elite compensation package tailored for specialized local linguistic talents. The company offers an elite compensation package tailored for specialized local linguistic talents:

• Probation Period: 3 Months
• Gross Monthly Salary Range: K12,000.00 – K14,000.00 per month (Before Tax / Tax Inclusive)
• Site Accommodation: Standard on-site residential lodging and basic meals provided by the company camp
• Statutory Benefits: Full regulatory compliance including national statutory contributions for social security (NAPSA) and health insurance (NHIMA).

• Serve as the core resident site translator, providing real-time interpretation between Chinese (Mandarin) and English for management and the local construction workforce.
• Remain stationed full-time at the project base in Kaoma, Western Province, to handle daily communication and resolve issues promptly.
• Translate construction safety protocols, daily tool-kit briefings, operational tasks, and engineering requirements directly on-site.
• Assist in handling basic site administrative documentation and data logging using general office software tools.
• Act as a crucial intermediary to manage local worker relations, resolve cultural or linguistic misunderstandings, and facilitate smooth teamwork.
• Perform additional site-support or logistical administrative tasks assigned by the project director.

• Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) equivalent to HSK Level 4 or HSK Level 5
• Strong verbal translation skills
• Practical dialogue comprehension skills
• Basic computer literacy
• Proficiency in basic office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)
• Interpersonal coordination skills
• Communication skills

• Mandatory proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) equivalent to HSK Level 4 or HSK Level 5 (certified or demonstrated fluent communication).
• Strong verbal translation and practical dialogue comprehension skills to facilitate seamless site operations.
• Basic computer literacy with elementary proficiency in basic office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.) for basic report entries.
• Adaptability to a full-time residential site model in Kaoma, Western Province; resilient and comfortable with construction campsite environments.
• Excellent interpersonal coordination and communication skills; cooperative attitude when interacting with both local personnel and Chinese engineering supervisors.