Job Details

Job Description

Canoe Investment Limited is recruiting a suitably qualified individual with a minimum of 2 work experience with any engineering background to support the growth of the Canoe Solar Zambia.

The successful individual will support the day-to-day operations.

Key Duties

1 Project Coordination
Assist in scheduling and coordinating solar installation projects.
Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
Communicate with technicians, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth field operations.
2 Administrative Support
Maintain project documentation (e.g., permits, contracts, inspection reports).
Prepare reports, presentations, and data summaries for internal use.
Handle filing, data entry, and updating internal management systems.
3  Inventory and Equipment Management
Monitor inventory levels of solar panels, inverters, batteries, and other materials.
Coordinate procurement and delivery of equipment.
Assist with asset tracking and maintenance scheduling.
4  Customer and Vendor Communication
Respond to client inquiries or forward them to relevant departments.
Communicate with vendors and suppliers regarding orders, timelines, and payments.
Schedule site visits or inspections with clients and local authorities.

5  Compliance and Documentation
Ensure documentation complies with local, state, and federal solar energy regulations.
Assist with permit applications and interconnection paperwork.
Track safety protocols and ensure field teams follow compliance guidelines.
6  Support to Operations Manager
Provide general support to the Operations Manager or Director.
Help with implementing new systems or processes to improve efficiency.
Assist in compiling performance metrics and reports.
7  Quality Assurance
Help conduct post-installation quality checks.
Follow up on customer satisfaction surveys or service requests.
Support troubleshooting of operational issues.

Skills and Qualifications Needed

Bachelor’s Degree in any Engineering field
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and project management software.
Understanding of solar energy systems (preferred but not always required).
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Team-player attitude with initiative.