Mechanical Engineer

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Lunsemfwa Hydro Power Company Limited (LHPC) is an independent hydro-electric power producer based in Kabwe in the Central Province of Zambia. LHPC owns two Hydropower Stations namely, Mulungushi Power Station and Lunsemfwa Power Station with installed capacity of 32 MW and 24 MW respectively. The two Power Stations have both an upstream reservoir and four generating units each. The older units have undergone refurbishment in recent years. LHPC has Power Purchase Agreements with ZESCO, Sable Zinc and Copperbelt Energy Corporation. LHPC is also a member of the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP).

Therefore, the Company invites applications from highly motivated, result-oriented, suitably qualified and experienced professionals to fill the following vacancy:

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Job Purpose

To manage and oversee mechanical equipment for LHPC as well as supervise repairs and maintenance works. Suggest improvements in machine performance within agreed budget costs and ensure the safety of personnel and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure that the required health and safety standards are achieved within our maintenance/operation personnel and contractors.
2. Establish and coordinate the maintenance and safety procedures, service schedule as well as material required to maintain machines and equipment in the prescribed condition.
3. Analysing reports and interpreting data from the tests conducted e.g. penstock thickness test survey, bearing temperatures and condition monitoring tests.
4. Investigate equipment failures and difficulties, to diagnose faulty operation and to make a recommendation based on the findings and on how to mitigate the problem.
5. Champion of Causal Analysis/ Lead and assist in causal analysis of plant component failures, environmental and regulatory compliance related items, and operational events. Conduct project management and technical oversight.
6. Support power plants to ensure that testing of equipment is coordinated with Compliance Technical Specialists.
7. Provide guidance and support to plant staff to help ensure compliance related tasks are performed as prescribed in Mining Regulations and Factories Act
8. Coordinate and execute betterment CAPEX and O&M projects, interface with plant production and project personnel, and all other stake holders, ensure plant modification process is followed on projects.
9. Provide project and maintenance troubleshooting of equipment to address issues in a timely manner.
10. Ensure technical resources are available to assist in daily operations/maintenance activities
11. Provide expert level consultation associated with applicable equipment (e.g. turbine – generator, auxiliaries, etc.) 12. To confer with Engineers, Station Managers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions and provide technical information in the form of a
report.
13. Provide interface with equipment OEMs and provide engineering support for plant modifications.
14. Provide oversight of engineering activities of external firms, including development of work scopes, and solicitation and evaluation of proposals, project planning and controls, review of deliverables, installation support, and start-up assistance
15. Monitor plant Key Performance Indicators, support plant staff in establishing action plans to close gaps, and track action plan progress through completion. Support strategic planning processes such as Plant Modification Process
16. Ensure 100% compliance with Offline condition monitoring of plant and equipment (Oils)
17. Ensure 100% compliance to statutory equipment tests- Winders, cranes, slings, attachments (C&D, rope cuts, NDT, proof Load test)
18. Ensure diligent compliance to budget through efficient utilization of both labour and material resources.
19. Ensure the availability of a competent workforce through the identification of training needs and pursuing training and development of mechanical personnel with the help of the CTO, Station Managers and Human Resource Officer.
20. Research and analyse maintenance requirements of machine parts/components and present the report to management for approval.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Grade 12 School Certificate with 5 credits or better including Mathematics, Science & English.
• A University degree in Mechanical Engineering from a reputable institution
• At least 5 years of experience with 2 years as a Hydro-Mechanical Engineer in site works for the energy sector and large infrastructure projects, including hydropower plants and transmission and distribution networks.
• Experience in Design review and site supervision.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent English language skills.

Interested candidates meeting the above qualifications should click on this link.

Apply by Friday 18th April 2025.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

The Human Resource Manager
Lunsemfwa Hydro Power Company Limited
Plot No 5047 Main Mine Road

P O Box 80237
KABWE