Vacancy title:
Engineer (Electrical)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Utilities, Category: Science & Engineering, Energy & Mining, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]

Jobs at:
Energy Sector

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, May 11 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, April 24 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

BACKGROUND

The advertiser is a corporation domiciled in Zambia and involved in the generation of electricity. As a provider of energy services, the advertiser has a passionate team of diverse professionals working to efficiently and effectively deliver the contracted energy. The corporation is committed to the attainment of excellence in its service delivery and therefore understands that having a highly qualified and competent human capital is pivotal in achieving its mandate. Zambiabusiness directory

To this effect, the Corporation hereby invites suitably qualified personnel to fill the following positions:

JOB TITLE: ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL) X1

GRADE: KM6

JOB SUMMARY:

The position of Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the operations and maintenance of solar and hydro generating plant equipment, as well as managing projects relating to generating plants to ensure compliance with schedule, budget and quality standards. Interviewcoaching

REPORTING TO: HEAD OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Develop operation procedures and maintenance plans
• Monitor high-voltage equipment and conduct inspections to minimize downtime
• Diagnose failures in plant equipment and control systems, conducting root cause analysis
• Prepare technical drawings, schematics and specifications for upgrades to existing plant, or new system installations using tools like AutoCAD
• Coordinate and manage project site construction activities, ensuring compliance to specifications and regulations;
• Conduct regular inspections of quality and quantity of materials and ensure proper storage;
• Implement and enforce safety protocols to ensure all personnel and equipment operate within safety guidelines, environmental standards, and regulatory requirements for a safe working environment;
• Provide regular feedback on operations and maintenance, as well as projects status to stakeholders and address any technical and logistical issues or other concerns promptly;
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferably Electrical, Electrical/Electronics or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering;
• Proven experience in plant equipment operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of project management and organisation skills;
• Familiar with relevant construction codes and regulations;
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
• Must have at least 2 years relevant experience;
• Must be a member of Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ); and
• Having a driving license will be an added advantage. 

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Honest and reliable with high moral strength;
• Innovative and proactive;
• Mature in judgment;
• A high degree of integrity;
• Tact and diplomacy;
• Ability to work with minimum supervision; and
• Self-starter.

SKILLS

• Good interpersonal and communication skills;
• Analytical, organizational and leadership skills; and
• Good report writing and oral presentation skills. 

TENURE OF EMPLOYMENT

• Three (3) years fixed term Contract.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Only candidates who meet the above role specifications and competencies should apply enclosing their detailed CV and Zambia Qualifications Authority validated academic qualifications and professional qualifications. Daytime and reachable telephone/mobile numbers should be clearly stated.

Kindly send applications to the address below not later than 17:00 hours on Monday, 11 May 2026.

The Chief Executive Officer

P O Box 35874

LUSAKA

The advertiser provides equal employment opportunity to Zambian nationals on merit and without discrimination on grounds of tribe, gender, political or religious affiliation, colour or creed.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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