Karibu Trading Limited
Karibu Trading Limited invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the following positions on an upcoming civil engineering project.
IMPORTANT: For all engineering positions, a valid EIZ (Engineering Institution of Zambia) membership is required. Candidates without a valid membership should not apply.
A. ENGINEERING & PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS
1. CONTRACT MANAGER / PROJECT MANAGER
Qualification: Degree in Civil Engineering
Experience: 10+ years
EIZ Membership: Required
Detailed Requirements:
Valid EIZ membership (mandatory).
Proven experience managing large-scale civil engineering projects.
Strong knowledge of contract management (FIDIC or similar).
Ability to lead project teams, control budgets, and ensure timely delivery.
Excellent negotiation, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
2. SITE ENGINEER
Qualification: Degree in Civil Engineering
Experience: 5+ years
EIZ Membership: Required
Detailed Requirements:
Valid EIZ membership (mandatory).
Supervision of daily site operations and construction activities.
Interpretation of drawings, setting out, and quality control.
Coordination with subcontractors and foremen.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project, or similar software.
3. ASSISTANT SITE ENGINEER
Qualification: Degree in Civil Engineering
Experience: Entry level / junior
EIZ Membership: Required
Detailed Requirements:
Valid EIZ membership (mandatory).
Assist the Site Engineer in daily supervision and record-keeping.
Basic knowledge of surveying and setting out.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Strong willingness to learn and work under supervision.
4. GEOMATIC SURVEYOR
Qualification: Degree in Civil Engineering
Experience: 3+ years
EIZ Membership: Required
Detailed Requirements:
Valid EIZ membership (mandatory).
Proficient in total stations, GPS, and laser levels.
Experience in topographic and construction surveying.
Knowledge of GIS and survey software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Surfer).
5. SOCIAL SPECIALIST
Qualification: Degree in Economics or Developmental Studies
Experience: 3+ years
Detailed Requirements:
Experience in social impact assessment and community engagement.
Ability to develop resettlement action plans (RAP).
Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
6. EARTHWORKS FOREMAN
Qualification: Diploma in Civil Engineering
Experience: 3+ years
EIZ Membership: Required
Detailed Requirements:
Valid EIZ membership (mandatory).
Hands-on supervision of earthmoving equipment and operators.
Knowledge of cut/fill operations, compaction, and levelling.
Strong leadership and site safety enforcement.
7. ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
Qualification: Degree in Environmental Engineering
Experience: 3+ years
EIZ Membership: Required
Detailed Requirements:
Valid EIZ membership (mandatory).
Experience in environmental impact assessments (EIA).
Knowledge of environmental management plans (EMP).
Familiarity with local environmental regulations.
8. SAFETY OFFICER
Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety
Experience: 3+ years
EIZ Membership: Not required (but valid safety certification required)
Detailed Requirements:
Valid safety certification (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, or Zambian equivalent).
Experience in construction site safety management.
Ability to conduct risk assessments and safety audits.
Knowledge of Zambian health and safety regulations.
Incident investigation and report writing skills.
B. HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS
9. EXCAVATOR OPERATOR
Qualification: Valid operator certificate / trade test
Experience: 3+ years
Detailed Requirements:
Valid excavator operator certification.
Proven experience on civil construction sites.
Basic knowledge of machine maintenance and safety checks.
Ability to work under supervision of the Earthworks Foreman.
10. BULLDOZER OPERATOR
Qualification: Valid operator certificate / trade test
Experience: 3+ years
Detailed Requirements:
Valid bulldozer operator certification.
Experience in land clearing, levelling, and earthmoving.
Knowledge of blade control and slope finishing.
Basic machine servicing skills.
11. ROLLER COMPACTOR OPERATOR
Qualification: Valid operator certificate / trade test
Experience: 3+ years
Detailed Requirements:
Valid roller compactor operator certification.
Experience in soil and asphalt compaction.
Knowledge of compaction standards (layers, passes, moisture control).
Ability to follow grade and level instructions.
12. TIPPER TRUCK OPERATOR
Qualification: Valid driver’s license (Class C or higher) + operator permit
Experience: 3+ years
Detailed Requirements:
Valid Class C driver’s license (or equivalent for heavy goods).
Experience hauling earth, sand, gravel, or quarry materials.
Knowledge of tipping mechanism safety.
Basic vehicle daily inspection skills.
C. DRIVERS
13. DRIVER (General / Light Vehicle)
Qualification: Valid driver’s license (Class B or C)
Experience: 3+ years
Detailed Requirements:
Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
Experience driving on construction or rural roads.
Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge (oil, water, tyres, brakes).
Ability to follow site transport schedules.
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