Background

Maamba Energy Limited (MEL) is jointly owned by Nava Global Pte. Limited and ZCCM-IH PIC. The Company owns and operates a large-scale coal mine and has also constructed and operates a 300 Mega Watt Coal Fired Power Plant to cater for the growing demand for power in Zambia.

Maamba Energy Limited is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic professional who wants to build a career in the Mechanical Department in Maamba, Sinazongwe District, Southern Province.

Job Purpose

To lead a team of technicians in the installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration and HVAC systems, ensuring maximum equipment uptime, efficiency, and compliance with all safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections, and preventive maintenance of refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Install, repair, and service air conditioning and refrigeration systems including chillers, split units, cold rooms, and related equipment.
• Diagnose equipment failures and provide technical solutions to restore functionality.
• Liaise with suppliers and service providers within Zambia/suppliers abroad to procure parts and technical support.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols in all maintenance and repair operations.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records, repair logs, and compliance reports.
• Prepare cost estimates and job plans for maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with other engineering departments to ensure alignment of maintenance schedules with plant operations and shutdowns.
• Train and mentor junior technicians.

Team Supervision

• Provide technical guidance and training to team members.
• Supervise daily work schedules and job allocations to ensure timely task completion.
• Conduct performance evaluations and recommend further training.

Reporting

• Compile work orders, service reports, and client handover documents.
• Contribute to weekly departmental progress reports.

Stock Control

• Maintain and manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and refrigerants.
• Create new stock items in line with company procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Full Grade 12 Certificate
• Technician or Craft Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning from TEVETA recognized institution
• Advanced Certificate / Diploma in Refrigeration an asset
• Minimum of 5 years practical experience in industrial RAC systems including chillers, VRF, split systems
• Experience in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems
• Registered Member of EIZ desirable

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team supervision skills
• Ability to work under pressure and in remote environments

• Conduct routine inspections, and preventive maintenance of refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Install, repair, and service air conditioning and refrigeration systems including chillers, split units, cold rooms, and related equipment.
• Diagnose equipment failures and provide technical solutions to restore functionality.
• Liaise with suppliers and service providers within Zambia/suppliers abroad to procure parts and technical support.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols in all maintenance and repair operations.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records, repair logs, and compliance reports.
• Prepare cost estimates and job plans for maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with other engineering departments to ensure alignment of maintenance schedules with plant operations and shutdowns.
• Train and mentor junior technicians.
• Provide technical guidance and training to team members.
• Supervise daily work schedules and job allocations to ensure timely task completion.
• Conduct performance evaluations and recommend further training.
• Compile work orders, service reports, and client handover documents.
• Contribute to weekly departmental progress reports.
• Maintain and manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and refrigerants.
• Create new stock items in line with company procedures.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team supervision skills
• Ability to work under pressure and in remote environments

• Full Grade 12 Certificate
• Technician or Craft Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning from TEVETA recognized institution
• Advanced Certificate / Diploma in Refrigeration an asset
• Registered Member of EIZ desirable