General Foreman

Moxico Kalengwa Resources Limited, part of the Moxico Group of Companies, is developing the Mufumbwe Project and is seeking a General Foreman to lead fabrication, boiler-making and associated construction and installation activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and supervise fabrication, installation, maintenance and repair of structural steelwork, platework, chutes, hoppers, tanks, supports and related plant components.
• Allocate work to boilermakers, welders and construction crews, and coordinate labour, materials, tools and equipment to meet daily work plans and project milestones.
• Interpret engineering drawings, fabrication details, weld symbols, measurements and site instructions, and communicate requirements clearly to work teams.
• Oversee setting-out, measuring, cutting, bevelling, fitting, alignment and assembly of steel plates, sections and components to specified tolerances.
• Ensure welding and fabrication work follows approved procedures, specifications and quality requirements.
• Monitor productivity, workmanship and progress across assigned work fronts, resolving practical site issues and escalating risks, delays and technical concerns.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, QA/QC, HSE, rigging and mechanical teams to sequence work safely and minimise delays and rework.
• Inspect fit-up, dimensional accuracy, weld quality and completed installations, arrange corrective work and support inspections and handover.
• Enforce safe use of grinders, cutting equipment, welding machines and lifting or positioning aids, ensuring equipment defects are reported and addressed.
• Ensure compliance with risk assessments, permit-to-work, hot-work, working-at-heights and other site safety requirements, and maintain good housekeeping.
• Guide and mentor work teams, maintain accurate progress records, and report resource requirements, equipment availability and outstanding work.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent.
• A Craft Certificate in Fabrication/Boiler-making from a recognized institution is mandatory.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant practical experience in fabrication and boiler-making is mandatory, preferably in mining, mineral processing, heavy industry or plant construction.
• Current membership of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) is mandatory; proof of valid membership must be provided.
• Registration with the Engineering Registration Board (ERB) and a valid, current ERB practising certificate appropriate to the qualification and role are mandatory.
• Demonstrated experience supervising fabrication, boiler-making or construction teams, including work planning, task allocation, quality control and progress monitoring.
• Proven experience in structural steel fabrication and installation, platework, chutes, hoppers, tanks and support structures.
• Ability to interpret engineering and fabrication drawings, weld symbols, measurements and technical specifications.
• Sound knowledge of welding processes, fabrication tools, materials, fit-up requirements and dimensional tolerances.
• Strong knowledge of site HSE requirements, risk assessments, hot-work controls, permit-to-work systems and safe work procedures.
• Strong leadership, coordination, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and maintain high workmanship standards.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and prepare clear progress and resource reports.
• A valid driver's licence and relevant safety training will be added advantages.

How to Apply

• Apply using the Apply button on this page.
• Your CV should include contactable referees, and clearly state your Craft Certificate in Fabrication/Boiler-making, relevant practical experience, supervisory responsibilities, project experience, EIZ membership, ERB registration and current ERB practising certificate details.
• Use the subject line "General Foreman".
• Hard-copy applications will not be accepted.
• Applications close on 9 November 2026. If you do not hear from the employer within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.