Job Details

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Published On: 19 April 2024
Closing Date: 2 May 2024

The Bank of Zambia, an equal opportunity employer, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced Zambians for the following vacant position:

ASSISTANT MANAGER – FACILITIES ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE – HO (1 POST)
GRADE: BoZM5

Job Purpose

Design and maintain electrical systems including power distribution systems, mini-solar plants, lighting systems, telecommunications systems, HVAC systems, elevator systems and note processing/ destruction systems and ensure that electrical systems meet safety and sustainability standards.

Main Accountabilities

• Design, maintain, implement, or improve electrical facilities and systems of commercial scale.
• Understand and implement designs from technical and architectural drawings.
• Establish installation standards or specifications by performing a wide range of detailed calculations.
• Ensure that installations and operations conform to standards and requirements by preparing electrical systems specifications, technical drawings, or topographical maps.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by inspecting electrical components during and after the product installation.
• Carry out physical inspection of electrical services, mini solar plants, UPS systems, Generators, note processing/ destruction machines and undertake periodic maintenance.
• Monitor performance of all electrical equipment and make recommendations of replacement based on performance and cost.
• Initiate engagement of external intervention, when necessary, and supervise external electrical contractors.
• Perform energy audits and recommend alternative sources of clean energy.
• Write reports and compile data regarding existing and potential electrical engineering projects and studies.
• Prepare specifications, estimate material, labour or construction costs for budget preparation, and maintaining an up-to-date inventory of spare parts.
• Prepare daily maintenance work schedules and supervise or train a variety of technicians.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 School Certificate with five (5) ‘O’ Levels (credit or better).
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia with valid practicing license.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in facilities electrical maintenance

Key Knowledge and Attributes

• Advanced mathematical skills for calculation of design equations
• Excellent working knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office tools.
• Deep knowledge of complex electrical systems.
• Proficient with industry-specific electrical systems tools such as power quality analyzers
• Self-motivation to keep up with current electrical advances using new technologies.
• Time-management skills for meeting deadlines

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

Bank of Zambia Conditions of Service will apply.

To Apply

Only candidates meeting the above role specifications are invited to apply online, Applicants’ detailed curriculum vitae (CV), scanned certified copies of certificates and National Registration Card MUST be attached to the online application. The closing date for applications is 2 May 2024 . Please note that only applications submitted online shall be considered .

Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.