Position Title: Roads Manager
\nReporting To: Field Operations Manager
\nLocation: Kafue National Park, Zambia
\nContract Type: Fixed-Term
\nOrganizational Overview
\nAfrican Parks is a non-profit conservation organisation that assumes full responsibility for the rehabilitation and long-term management of national parks in partnership with governments and local communities. The organisation currently manages 24 national parks and protected areas in 13 countries, covering over 20 million hectares across Africa, including significant landscapes in Zambia and Zimbabwe.
\nPosition Summary
\nThe Roads Manager will be responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising road construction and maintenance projects within Kafue National Park. The role aims to ensure the development of safe, efficient, and environmentally sustainable road networks to support park operations. The incumbent will oversee road construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, safety standards, and operational requirements.
\nKey Duties and Responsibilities
\nThe Roads Manager will:<\/p>\n
Develop and implement road network development and maintenance plans aligned with the park\u2019s operational goals.
\nEnsure seasonal accessibility of park roads while maintaining environmentally responsible construction and maintenance practices.
\nDevelop annual and long-term road maintenance and development plans to inform GKLL operational and business planning.
\nOversee the design, construction, and maintenance of park roads and related infrastructure\u2014including bridges, drifts, culverts, drains, and crossing points\u2014in collaboration with Field Operations Managers.
\nSupervise and manage road contractors, ensuring adherence to agreed specifications, timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
\nConduct routine site inspections and quality assurance assessments for all road construction and maintenance works.
\nMaintain accurate records of road assets, road condition surveys, and infrastructure assessments.
\nImplement and manage Road Asset Management Systems (RAMS) for lifecycle planning, monitoring, and budgeting.
\nOversee the maintenance, servicing, and spare parts planning for heavy-duty machinery used in road construction and maintenance.
\nEnsure compliance with relevant road engineering standards, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.
\nConduct road safety audits, risk assessments, and recommend mitigation measures.
\nPrepare and monitor budgets for road infrastructure projects.
\nPromote cost-effective procurement, resource utilisation, and operational efficiency in all road development activities.<\/p>\n
Minimum Qualifications and Experience<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s degree in civil engineering, Highway Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
\nMembership with the Engineering Institution of Zambia and registration with the Engineers Registration Board.
\nMinimum seven (7) years of relevant experience in road construction and maintenance, with at least three years in a supervisory or management role.
\nDemonstrated knowledge of road safety standards, asset management systems, and environmental regulations.<\/p>\n
Key Competencies<\/p>\n
Strong leadership and project management skills.
\nProven ability to deliver road construction and maintenance projects within budget and timelines.
\nAbility to reduce maintenance backlog and improve road infrastructure reliability.
\nStrong analytical, planning, and organisational skills.
\nEffective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
\nCommitment to safety, environmental compliance, and sustainable infrastructure development.<\/p>\n
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