CAREER OPPORTUNITY
\nPOSITION:\u00a0Site Manager
\nSTART DATE:\u00a0August 2025
\nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 4th April, 2025
\nCONTRACT TYPE: Full Time \/ 2 Years
\nINTRODUCTION
\nThe site manager ensures that there is efficient management of the site projects and maintenance of Chengelo schools\u2019 facilities. This includes proper running and supervision of electrical, water systems, grounds and fleet always to ensure that operations of the school are efficient. The job holder must have a clear understanding on running preventive and reactive maintenance schedules with strong management and operations knowledge.
\nKEY RESONSIBILITIES
\n1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Maintenance<\/p>\n
Ensure that all buildings, electrical systems, grounds and water systems are maintained to the highest standards.
\nEnsure that all maintenance requests are attended to the right quality and in a timeous manner.
\nCreate maintenance schedules for all installations in the school and ensure adherence to schedule.
\nPlan for projects and upgrades to infrastructure by ensuring that the right estimation of materials and labor is made available.
\nMaintain an asset register which<\/p>\n
2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fleet management<\/p>\n
Supervise the school fleet and engines ensuring adherence to the maintenance schedules.
\nSupervise all bookings and ensure that vehicles are available for the school activities.
\nEnsure that the fleet complies with the laws of Zambia (Road fitness, road tax and insurance)<\/p>\n
3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Staff management<\/p>\n
Provide leadership to the site team by supervision and ensuring effective service delivery and customer satisfaction.
\nManage staff numbers, productivity and provide training and development to ensure high performance.<\/p>\n
4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Health and safety<\/p>\n
Ensure that all site installations are compliant with health, safety and environmental regulations as per school policies and laws of Zambia.<\/p>\n
5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Reporting and planning<\/p>\n
Provide monthly reports for all activities of the site team giving recommendations for areas of improvement to senior management.
\nPlan out all the work according to the school calendar ensuring that the right resources are available.
\nCreate and ensure that allocated budgets for the site team are complied with.<\/p>\n
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:<\/p>\n
Diploma or higher in civil, electrical, mechanical or any built environment discipline.
\nMembership to a professional body (EIZ, ZIA, or any other applicable membership)
\nGood understanding of facilities and project management
\nExperience of managing and motivating a team and on-site contractors
\nExcellent knowledge of Health and Safety Law and Fire Safety Law
\nTrack record of managing both preventive and reactive maintenance schedules
\nThe ability to maintain accurate maintenance records and site risk assessments
\nGood stakeholder management skills ranging of people including children, staff, parents, visitors and contractors.<\/p>\n
EXPERIENCE:<\/p>\n
Experience of working in a maintenance and projects role (5 years), preferably in a similar environment, coupled with having worked in a managerial or senior supervisory capacity.<\/p>\n
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, ABILITES AND QUALITIES<\/p>\n
Committed Christian
\nProven experience with team leadership
\nAttention to detail and a good planner
\nBudgeting and cost control
\nAbility to multitask and work under pressure
\nUnderstand and support the Christian ethos of our School, including the spiritual development of the pupils and the school\u2019s role within the community.
\nEvidence of leading by example, demonstrating good interpersonal skills, with the ability to enthuse and motivate others and develop effective partnerships.<\/p>\n
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